Job Opportunity for Program Officer – Digital PHC at PATH in Mumbai, Maharashtra

## Program Officer – Digital PHC, Mumbai 

**About PATH**

PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With over 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing health challenges.

**About the Project**

PATH is seeking a Program Officer – Digital PHC to support our efforts in digitizing primary healthcare (PHC) in Maharashtra. The project aims to demonstrate end-to-end digitization in healthcare and develop a digital saturation model at the district level. This will improve reproductive, maternal, and child health service delivery indicators, resulting in better access to healthcare, empowered citizens, and improved healthcare provider accountability. 

**Responsibilities:**

* Manage project teams and stakeholders at the district and block levels.

* Build collaborative relationships with state, district, and block level stakeholders for project implementation.

* Coordinate and participate in state planning and review meetings.

* Provide technical assistance to senior state and district officials.

* Support gap assessments for digital health and contribute to the development of the State Digital Health Roadmap.

* Plan project activities in coordination with the PATH Delhi team.

* Supervise and facilitate capacity-building activities for state and district officials, Medical Officers, ASHAs, ANMs, and other relevant personnel.

* Support the finalization of IEC-BCC plans and translations, as needed.

* Work with the project team to implement the Comprehensive Primary Health Care application, other digital health solutions, and conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT).

* Track and escalate day-to-day issues.

* Accelerate and monitor the adoption of ABDM by stakeholders.

* Track, monitor, and review field activities and field observations for project reports.

* Lead documentation of project activities and updates.

* Track and manage project activities and deliverables to achieve agreed outcomes.

* Identify and develop mitigation strategies to manage project interdependencies.

* Liaise with state and district level administration for smooth program implementation and interdepartmental coordination.

* Travel to project sites for implementation and supervision of project activities.

* Undertake other assigned tasks.

**Required Skills and Experience:**

* Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in public health program management, with experience in digital health projects preferred.

* Master’s degree in Management or Public Health from a reputable graduate school.

* Demonstrated experience working with state and district level government health departments, preferably in Maharashtra.

* Technical knowledge and field experience in planning and implementing public health programs, especially RMNCH and health systems strengthening in Maharashtra.

* Familiarity with the Indian public health system, flagship initiatives in the health sector, and relevant government policies/strategies, particularly NHM, Ayushman Bharat Health & Wellness Centers, ABDM, and National Health Programs.

* Demonstrated experience leading people and projects at a strategic and operational level.

* Proven ability to multi-task and collaborate effectively with senior staff, colleagues, donors, partner organizations, stakeholders, local institutions, and others at all levels.

* Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, and report writing skills.

* Strong facilitation, team-building, and coordination skills.

* Demonstrated ability to multi-task and thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure situations.

* Excellent command of MS Office applications, especially MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.

* Fluency in English, Hindi, and Marathi is essential.

* Extremely detail-oriented, with the ability to communicate effectively.

* Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

* Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-site organization and in a team-based structure.

* Proven effectiveness while working in a team-based environment, but capable also of working independently.

* Ability to develop productive working relationships with other agencies, stakeholders, and organizations, including government counterparts at state and district levels.

**Location:** Mumbai, Maharashtra

**PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued. PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, caste, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.**