District Coordinator

**About the Organisation**:
Child in Need Institute (CINI) is a national-level award-winning non-profit organization registered in 1974 in West Bengal with state offices in Assam, Odisha and Jharkhand. The organization has been implementing programs as well as is a key technical partner of various government departments to demonstrate models in improving the quality of lives of children, adolescents and women in need. CINI’s core model is based on the CINI method that promotes a rights-based convergence approach which has so far attracted the attention of policymakers and other different actors of the development sector, and which has proven to be an effective design to promote local-level solutions for improving care and protection of Children.

**About the Project**:
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) is implementing an ambitious National Strategic Plan with the goal to achieve SDG End TB targets by 2025. The challenge of tuberculosis requires a multi-sectoral response to address the social determinants like nutritional support, living and working conditions, and an increase in access to diagnostic and treatment services.

India contributes 25 percent of total TB patients of the world, to eliminate TB from India and to meet target of the SDG Government of India has launched “Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan” on 9th September 2022.

In this background Central Coalfields Ltd., Jharkhand has joined hands with CINI for support through Nutritional care and mental well-being support for patients with Tuberculosis in Chatra and Latehar District to achieve the Goal of NTEP.

**Experience**:
a. Experience of working in health systems minimum 5 years.

b. Experience of working closely with the PRI, CBOs, SHGs, communities and government system (with NHM / TB. Cell / GFATM/)

c. Prior experience of working in rural setup

d. Experience in managing a large team and complex situations

**Qualification**:
Masters in Social Science/Rural Development/ MBA/ Management Post Graduate or any relevant discipline from any recognized University/Institute.

**Location**:Latehar, Jharkhand**

**1. Coordination and Communication**:

- Coordinate with District and Block TB units, local administration, and other stakeholders to ensure the smooth implementation of the Nutrition Food Basket project.
- Establish and maintain effective communication channels with key stakeholders, including District TB Officers (DTOs) and Block TB units.
- Participation in Monthly Review Meeting of District Health Society Chaired by Civil Surgeon.

**2. Data Management and Verification**:

- Collect, verify, and maintain accurate data for the distribution of Nutrition Food Baskets to identified TB patients.
- Conduct telephonic verification of existing TB patients to confirm eligibility and ensure the correct identification of beneficiaries before distribution.

**3. Logistics and Distribution Coordination**:

- Plan, schedule, and coordinate the distribution of Nutrition Food Baskets with the support of Block TB units and DTOs.
- Facilitate facility-based distribution events, ensuring all logistics are organized for smooth execution.
- Ensure monthly distribution of Nutrition Food Baskets to all eligible TB patients within the district (Approx number of patients-Latehar
- 585).

**4. Documentation and Reporting**:

- Ensure proper documentation of distribution activities, including tracking deliveries and maintaining beneficiary records using tools like KOBO checklist.
- Prepare and submit regular reports to the State office, District, and Block TB units as per project requirements and timelines.
- Maintain accurate records of all Nutrition Basket Distribution, community interventions, feedback, and progress updates.

**5. Administrative Support**:

- Assist in obtaining required approvals and issuance of letters from District and Block TB units to facilitate the effective implementation of the project.
- Address any logístical or administrative issues that may arise during the project implementation.

**6. Monitoring and Compliance**:

- Monitor the progress of the distribution process and ensure compliance with project guidelines and protocols.
- Identify and address any gaps or challenges in the distribution system, providing timely solutions to ensure efficient service delivery.

**7. Community Engagement and Sensitization**:

- Engage with District, Block administration, local communities, health workers, and other stakeholders to raise awareness about the benefits of the Nutrition Food Basket initiative.
- Facilitate sensitization and support activities to encourage TB patients to access nutrition services and adhere to treatment protocols.

**Expected travel**:

- 70% of the working days in a month need to be spent on field visits in all project areas according to the requirement.

**Cost to Organization:

- INR 30,000/- per Month**

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