01 Aug
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Leading
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Chennai
Position Title
District Coordinator
Location
Chennai, Pune, Gorakhpur, Satara
Organisation
YRGCARE
Experience Required
3â5 years
Compensation
Remuneration will reflect the candidateâs experience and skills, subject to the approved budget
About YRGCARE
Established in 1993, YRGCARE is a pioneering non-governmental organisation in India, committed to transforming lives through integrated healthcare, inclusive partnerships, and forward-looking research. Grounded in the values of integrity and sustainability, we address both immediate and evolving societal challenges, empowering communities to attain equitable and lasting health outcomes. We provide comprehensive services across prevention, care, support, and treatment, particularly for those affected by HIV and other infectious diseases.
Role Overview
The District Coordinator provides overall leadership and operational coordination for district-level implementation of the project. The role is responsible for planning, supervising, and monitoring field activities, ensuring effective coordination between study teams, schools, public health systems, and community stakeholders. The District Coordinator supports quality implementation of project activities, ensures adherence to ethical and operational protocols, and facilitates timely reporting and communication between district teams and the central project management unit.
The ideal candidate will possess strong programme management skills, experience working within public health or community-based projects, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders while maintaining project timelines and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Programme Coordination and Implementation
- Lead district-level implementation of project activities in alignment with project goals and timelines.
- Coordinate closely with study teams, counsellors, schools, and community stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of field activities.
- Develop and maintain district workplans, schedules, and activity trackers.
- Ensure adherence to project SOPs, ethical guidelines, and data protection standards.
Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships
- Build and maintain relationships with district health authorities, school administrators, local leaders, and community partners.
- Facilitate coordination with ASHAs, ANMs, school staff, and local health systems to support screening and referral processes.
- Represent the project at district-level meetings and coordination forums where required.
Team Supervision and Capacity Building
- Supervise and support Study Counsellors and field staff to ensure effective implementation.
- Provide on-site guidance, mentoring, and performance monitoring for district teams.
- Support training and capacity-building initiatives for field staff and stakeholders.
Monitoring, Documentation and Reporting
- Monitor field activities to ensure quality, compliance, and timely delivery.
- Consolidate district-level reports and submit regular updates to the central project team.
- Track key indicators such as participation rates, follow-ups, and operational challenges.
- Support documentation of lessons learned, success stories, and programme outcomes.
Operational and Logistics Management
- Coordinate logistics related to field activities, including scheduling, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication.
- Identify implementation challenges and propose practical solutions in collaboration with the central team.
Requirements
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelorâs or Masterâs degree in Public Health, Social Work, Community Development, Psychology,
or a related field.
- Minimum 5â8 years of experience in programme coordination, community health projects, or NGO sector implementation roles.
- Demonstrated experience managing field teams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.Solid organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage timelines, reporting requirements, and operational processes effectively.
- Languages â Hindi and English (spoken and written); local dialects are an advantage.
Desirable Attributes
- Robust leadership and team management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Culturally sensitive and community-oriented approach.
- High level of organisation, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt to dynamic field environments and manage competing priorities.
- Based at the district site office, with regular field visits to schools and public health facilities.
YRGCARE is an equal-opportunity employer. At YRGCARE, we are committed to supporting inclusion and diversity as part of our values. We actively celebrate employeesâ different abilities, sexual orientation, ethnicity, faith, and gender. Our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for improving people's lives.