Program Coordinator

The program coordinator is expected to oversee implementation of planned activities in assigned municipal

councils. the role also expects building strong rapport with the administrative officers and the health care

providers for better cooperation and support in implementing the interventions. creating high level

advocacy documents such as policy paper, presentations and manuals. he/she is expected to build the teams

capacity in planning and implementing the program objectives and deliverables.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Networking and partnership:

Strengthening Partnership with different Municipal Corporation/state officials at various
levels through meetings, interactions and continuous follow ups with different level of health
facilities in the three councils for strengthening referral system and primary care components.

Preparing plan of implementation with the Stakeholders.

Strengthening and establishing the regional maternity referral links and co-coordinating the
periodic regional referral meetings.

Ensuring the timely and coordinated intervention on issues raised in the referral meetings and
during the facility visits

Continuous coordination and follow ups to ensure essential permissions, letters as per the

requirements.

MONITORING AND SUPERVISION:

Executing and monitoring the project plan.

Monitoring the work plans and deliverables of program officers on daily basis.

Monitoring the performance of Program Officers and Community Organizers through periodic
field visits and observations.

Conducting timely appraisals of the subordinate staff members.

Conducting monthly review/feedback meetings with the field team.

Supporting Program Officers for developing implementation strategies

CAPACITY BUILDING OF TEAM AND HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS:

Organizing and conducting training programs for various levels of health care providers
and ensuring the availability of skilled trainers.

Capacity building of the Program Officers and Community Organizers on periodic basis.

Conducting mentoring sessions for the individual team members as per the need/requirements

Regular field visits for the observations and monitoring of the field activities

Identifying capacity building needs of the team members and according providing them the
opportunities for self-development

DOCUMENTATION AND REPORTING:

Documenting project events and meetings.

Periodic collation of data and writing reports.

Participate in senior management team meetings.

Working on tasks assigned by the senior management.

Working on tasks assigned by the senior management.

Working within the framework of the organization’s policy.

Working in other related aspects of the project as and when required

Managing budget utilization and reporting.

Contribution in developing and reviewing project related documents viz. monthly reports,

newsletter, quarterly report, annual report etc.

Supporting the Associate Program Director to implement, monitor and evaluate strategic
plans and systems.

Presenting information, analysis and stories about the projects and partners to different
audiences, including funders.

Handling finances and administrative responsibilities.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

Masters in Social Work or allied themes with minimum of 5-7 years of work experience in social

field and preferably with health system and community.

Experience of working in the development sector with team management and strong program

implementation experience at least for 2-3 years.

Ability to work in coordination with a large team.

Ability to understand data and data analysis.

Good knowledge and work experience of Excel, Power point and essential computer skills

Excellent rapport building and interpersonal communication skills.

Ability to interact with the people of different positions and skill sets for positive

outcomes at public system.

Multi-tasking and quick turnaround time

Ability to work in demanding environment

Leadership and team management skills/team player

Strong implementation and problem solving skills

Managing collaboration/partnerships and networks

Team dynamic management skills

Understanding of work ethics and values

Command on language written and spoken English

Knowledge of local languages: Hindi and Marathi must

Willingness to travel to health facilities in the three councils and other corporations in MMRDA.

DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES

Familiarity with government systems, departments and informal urban and rural settlements.

Experience of working with urban and rural system and community is preferrable.

Negotiation skills.

Patience to work with the system.

LOCATION

Ambernath, Badlapur and Palghar Municipal Councils

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO PEOPLE WITH THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES;

1. Willingness to travel within three councils and other corporations in MMRDA for fieldwork,
with familiarity of the cultural and linguistic diversity.

2. Work experience of working with the government h