State Program Manager

Gujarat State Network of People living with HIV/AIDS (GSNP+)

Devi Arcade, 4^th floor, Near Tapi Medical Store, Modi Mohalla, Gaushala, AK Road, Surat 395008. Mo. 7069111010.

 

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Job designation:              State Program Manager

Positions -                         1
Location:                           Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh).
Job Code:                          SPM-2024-25-01
Date of Issue:                   27/03/2025
Closing Date:                    07/04/2025

Background

GSNP+ is a community based non- profit-making organization formed by and for the people living with HIV/AIDS. The organization is based at Surat and members are people with various socio-economic backgrounds. The fundamental principle guiding the work of GSNP+ is the centrality of PLHA (People living with HIV/AIDS) in decision making process that affect their lives. We are also looking to improve quality of life of people living with HIV/AIDS through various activities. Consequently GSNP+ is organized and managed by People living with HIV/AIDS. We are advocating issues of people living with HIV/AIDS at State level and working at district level through various district level networks.

“SAMAGRA” Vihaan CSC 2.0 Care and Support programme is a national initiative to provide expanded and holistic care and support services for PLHIV.  CSC expands access to essential services, supports treatment adherence, reduces stigma and discrimination, and improves the quality of life of PLHIV across India. GSNP+ is implementing “Vihaan” CSC 2.0 program as Sub Recipient (SR) in the state of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh. Under this program we are presently covering all districts of Gujarat and MP  by 36 Care and Support Centers (CSCs).

 

Specific Job responsibility

1)      Programme Management and Development

Objective: To effectively implement and manage Vihaan programme and the programme components.

• Lead, support and manage the development and implementation of various programme implementation plans and budgets including of the SSRs
• Contribute to the development and implementation of effective monitoring, review and evaluation strategies and activities for the programme against agreed project deliverables
• Work with other SR team members on M&E, Finance, Advocacy and Capacity Building to liaise with SSRs in preparing and submitting programme and other reports to Alliance India and SACS regularly, as required, for internal and external use
• Review, analyze and provide quality and timely feedback on programme reports and other documents relating to programmes and SSRs
• Analyze and document the progress, impact, challenges and lessons learned of the programme
• Maintain and coordinate effective relationships with Alliance India, SACS, DAPCUs and/or any other development partners in the states
• Contribute to operational research related to Vihaan programme as and when necessitated
• Contribute to the development of tools and resources for use by SR, Alliance India, and SSRs in care and support programming
• Support State Coordinator deployed by Alliance India in mapping private practitioners, support them in training and reporting from private practitioners
• Support State Coordinator deployed by Alliance India in capacity building activities of priority ART centres as and when required
• Lead community system strengthening activities in the state in close coordination with the Alliance India team
• Ensuring that all programmatic data is regularly updated in eMpower application
• Proactive engagement with SACS for smoothening data sharing from all ART centres in the state as per new data-sharing guidelines
• Supporting SR team and CSCs in establishing and strengthening coordination with all ART centres in the state
• Proactively engaging with SACS for providing them technical support for selection of CSCs under the NACP programme and thereafter smooth implementation of the programme
• Provide extensive support to SSRs for preparation related to JAT to support them in qualifying for CSC selection
• Ensuring timely submission of reports to SACS and PR as per the standard

 

2)      Capacity Building and Technical Support to SSRs

Objective: To develop the programmatic and technical capacity of programmes, SSRs and team members to effectively manage and deliver a quality care and support programme

• Select good performing CSCs and start providing day to day support for the implementation of the programme to reduce the workload on technical officers in the team (differentiated technical support)
• Assess the programmatic, organisational and technical support needs of programmes, SR team and for SSRs
• In coordination with team members, identify needs and develop capacity building plans of SSRs relating to key deliverables under the Vihaan programme
• Lead on developing programme guidelines as well as assist in the development of capacity building manuals for the SSR partners
• Directly provide and facilitate the delivery of technical assistance and capacity building support for strengthening the programme and organisational development of SSRs
• In collaboration with the Finance & Administration team, review partners financial systems and procedures and facilitate specific technical support in areas including overall programme budgeting, financial management, internal control systems and grants management
• Identify, procure and manage any relevant external technical support that may be required for the programme and SSRs
• Monitor, review and evaluate the progress and impact of capacity building programmes
• In conjunction with Finance and Administration team assess, identify and develop individual capacity building needs of SR team members, and develop staff training plans
• Lead and contribute to the SR team’s technical capacity to address the care and support needs of the PLHIV community

 

3)      Team Planning and Development

Objective: To work effectively and collaboratively as a key member of SR team.

• Contribute to the planning, coordination and implementation of the Vihaan programme work plan
• In collaboration with the senior management, develop strategic direction and work plans (as appropriate) for the Vihaan programme
• Contribute to SR team’s organisational strategic planning processes
• Lead the team, through continuous encouragement, setting clear work /activity plans and close monitoring on the quality aspects of deliverables through a lead by example approach

 

4)      External Relationships and Networking

Objective: To develop and maintain appropriate external relationships to foster greater understanding and support for the Vihaan programme and to mobilize additional resources for meeting the care and support needs of PLHIV

• Work closely with the senior management to establish, maintain and strengthen effective relationships between SR and key stakeholders, including State AIDS Control Societies, District AIDS Control Prevention Units (DAPCU), SSRs and civil society organisations involved in HIV/AIDS programmes, in particular those working in Prevention, Treatment, Care and Support
• Initiate and organize regular meetings of the State Oversight Committee in the state/s to facilitate effective implementation of the Vihaan Programme. This includes close coordination with SACS, SSRs and other stakeholders
• Participate, as required by the senior management, in relevant external committees, partnerships and consortia, which involve SR as a member
• Identify key advocacy issues at the state and districts levels, and where necessary provide support to SSRs to develop and implement effective advocacy strategies and activities
• Contribute programme learning to Alliance India communications and knowledge management initiatives, ensuring the communication of best practice recommendations about care and support related issues are promoted within Alliance India and to external organisations
• Where possible collaborate in research initiatives on care and support in the Vihaan programme. This may include operational research projects and multi-sectoral seminars to share experiences

 

5)      Miscellaneous

• Undertake other responsibilities not outlined above which are commensurate with a role of this nature in the charitable sector and which have been discussed and agreed upon between Sr. Manager/Project Director and State Programme Manager 

 

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL-SET

• Any Master Degree (MSW/MRS/Degree in social sciences, health, Statistics or development field or equivalent) with at least 3 years of relevant project management in the health, HIV or development sectors. The criteria for selection will be relaxed for members from PLHIV or key population group with relevant experience and caliber and final decision lies with the interview panel
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of project management at State level
• Excellent analytical, writing and verbal communication skills
• Good computer skills using MS Office
• Ability to work effectively in teams as well as independently
• Ability and willingness to undertake extensive travel, primarily within State
• Strong commitment to HIV/AIDS and sexual and reproductive health and rights
• Good documentation skills

 

Salary: Maximum 55000/- per month (Based on the last salary and work experience)

TO APPLY

Please submit a comprehensive CV in English with Application letter, including the names of three reference (preferably one should be a current or previous employer) to recruit@gsnpplus.org with details of the position and job code SPM-2024-25-01 on or before 07 April 2025 11:59 PM.

People living with HIV, women and individuals belonging to other vulnerable groups are encouraged to apply. GSNP+ provides a secular working environment and does not discriminate based on HIV status, religious or community affiliations, gender, or sexual orientation. For more information please visit to www.gsnpplus.org

 

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