Consultant (cluster Coordinator)

The Public Health Foundation of India PHFI is working towards building a healthier India It is helping to address the limited institutional and systems capacity in India by strengthening education and training advancing research and technology and facilitating policy and practice in the area of Public Health PHFI is headquartered in New Delhi with national presence through its constituent units of regional Indian Institutes of Public Health IIPHs and Centers of Applied Research in core public health themes The Foundation established in 2006 as a public private initiative is governed by an independent board comprising of senior government officials eminent Indian and International academic and leaders civil society representatives and corporate leaders For more information please visit the website Project Brief Public Health Foundation of India PHFI is collaborating with UNICEF for the project Boosting demand for routine immunization and reducing zero dose children in 7 districts of Uttar Pradesh The project will invest in enhancing capacity of Front Line Workers FLWs through contact sessions in sector meetings or at dedicated training sessions The capacity building sessions will be capsule based and will be administered in small but regular doses The contact training session will employ techniques like case based approach and simulations to improve interpersonal communication and counselling skills to address vaccine avoidance behaviour To track capacity building processes and results a district scorecard will be created to highlight capacity building intervention activities Engagement with local influencers will be an important component of project strategy to reduce ZD children and make social norms favourable for RI The local influencers religious leaders local doctors service providers teachers social workers NSS NYK students etc will be identified and mapped in the social maps Activities for their capacity building and subsequent engagement will be designed and periodically conducted PHFI will also feed the results of social networking exercise to link the VAB families with local influencers to maximize their impact Deliverables PHFI is looking for Cluster Coordinators to effectively implement the project on the reduction of zero-dose children and strengthening Routine Immunization in 07 high priority districts of Uttar Pradesh Under Gavi HSS-3 the vaccine alliance PHFI shall implement the UNICEF supported program ensuring alignment with the national health policies and GoUP The Cluster Coordinators under the guidance of CSO Coordinators will be playing a crucial role in ensuring that all children within a specific geographical area receive the essential Zero Dose vaccinations He she shall coordinate implement and monitor vaccination program activities aimed at reducing the number of zero-dose children in his her assigned clusters ensuring every child receives the necessary immunizations The Cluster Coordinators will be under the guidance of CSO Coordinators in 7 districts Their primary function responsibilities will be to Work with frontline workers such as ASHAs and ANMs to conduct and periodically update social mapping within ASHA areas ensuring the identification and tracking of zero-dose children and reflecting progress on social maps regularly Identify map and mobilize local and community influencers-including doctors teachers and community elders-to engage them in the vaccination efforts and encourage the immunization of zero-dose children Conduct door-to-door visits alongside ASHAs to directly engage with families especially in areas identified through social mapping as having a high number of zero-dose children Implement targeted social mobilization and behavior change activities in ASHA areas to boost RI coverage and reduce the incidence of zero-dose children Actively participate in block and cluster-level meetings to present performance updates share insights and provide feedback on the progress and challenges encountered in their respective areas Conduct regular field visits to provide guidance support and oversight to frontline workers reinforcing efforts aimed at the reduction of zero-dose children and ensuring adherence to RI protocols Regularly update the project team on RI activities and ensure that efforts align with overall project goals Travel as required Any other task assigned by the PI Qualification Essential Bachelor s degree in any discipline Desirable Master s degree in any discipline Experience Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills essential for engaging with communities and stakeholders Familiarity with the Panchayati Raj Institutions PRI Village systems and local policies At least 2-5 years of relevant experience in health social development projects or community-based programs Must own a two-wheeler and possess a valid driving license Desirable Experience in vaccine promotion and disease prevention projects Knowledge of public health principles and practices Ability to speak local languages Process to Apply Preference will be given to candidates residing in or near the specified districts in Uttar Pradesh including Kannauj and Jalaun Interested and eligible candidates may send their updated CV to and fill the application form - Please mention the exact Position Code PHFI-CNST-2565 in the email subject line Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview Last Date of Receipt of Applications 14 July 2025 Remarks Candidates are requested to refer PHFI website for position description process for applying Please note only those applications will be considered which are received as per instruction written on PHFI website Candidates should have an excellent academic record good communication skills a commitment to high quality graduate post-graduate education Mere eligibility will not entitle any candidate for being called for interview Persons employed in Government Semi-Government Organization or Educational Institutions in India must apply through proper channel PHFI reserves the right to fill or not to fill any or all available positions The requirements of minimum qualification and or experience may be relaxed in the case of candidates with outstanding credentials No correspondence will be entertained from candidates regarding any delays conduct result of interview and reasons for not being called for interview Please note that Annual Salary CTC will commensurate with available skills and fitment of the incumbent as per the selection process PHFI reserves the sole right to alter modify cancel the entire selection process or the position or the vacancy or to disqualify any candidature at any stage of the selection process Women are encouraged to apply Share Code PHFI-CNST-2565 Location Uttar Pradesh Kannauj Jalaun Category Consultant Duration of Position 07 Months or co-terminus with the project whichever is earlier Number of Positions 2 Last Date July 14 2025 Search Jobs 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