Position: Project State Head Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu Experience Required: MBBS + MPH with at least 2 years of experience in public health programs or community health initiatives Salary: As per industry standards Job Overview: The Project State Head will lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of the NGO’s community health programs in Tamil Nadu. This role involves stakeholder coordination, program implementation, and ensuring the achievement of health intervention goals. Key Responsibilities: Program Management & Implementation: Lead the state-wide implementation of the community health program, ensuring alignment with the NGO’s mission. Develop strategies for healthcare interventions in underserved communities. Supervise and mentor field teams, healthcare workers, and program coordinators. Ensure compliance with national and state health policies. Monitoring & Evaluation: Establish monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks to track program impact. Analyze health data and generate reports for internal and external stakeholders. Recommend improvements based on program performance. Stakeholder & Partnership Management: Liaise with government agencies, local health authorities, and partner organizations. Represent the NGO at health conferences, forums, and stakeholder meetings. Collaborate with funding agencies and donors for program sustainability. Capacity Building & Training: Organize training programs for healthcare professionals and community health workers. Develop guidelines, SOPs, and best practices for program implementation. Resource & Budget Management: Manage project budgets, ensuring effective resource allocation. Coordinate with finance teams for grant utilization and reporting. Requirements Required Qualifications & Skills: Education: MBBS + MPH (Master’s in Public Health) is mandatory. Experience: Minimum 2 years in community health, public health programs, or NGO-led healthcare initiatives. Strong leadership, team management, and problem-solving skills. Experience in working with government health departments and NGOs is an advantage. Proficiency in Tamil and English (spoken & written). Preferred Skills: Knowledge of public health policies and guidelines in India. Experience in epidemiological research or disease surveillance. Familiarity with health data analysis and reporting.