Terms of Reference
Advisor – Information Technology, NHSRC
National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC) has been set up under the National Health Mission (NHM) as an autonomous registered society, to channelize technical assistance and capacity building support to the states for strengthening the public health system.
National Health Mission aims to establish a self-reliant, community-owned and decentralized public health system. Since its inception, the programmatic components of NHM have evolved in significant ways to achieve the broader goal of universal access to equitable, affordable and quality health care services, accountable and responsive to people’s needs.
Work at NHSRC is organized around eight technical divisions namely Community Processes/ Comprehensive Primary Health Care, Human Resources for Health/ Health Policy and Integrated Planning, Healthcare Technology, Healthcare Financing, Knowledge Management Division, Public Health Administration and Quality and Patient Safety Division & IT Division
Ayushman Bharat, the flagship program of the Government of India was launched in the year 2018, to strengthen the existing health systems. It is a landmark initiative to move from a sectoral and segmented approach of health service delivery to a comprehensive range of health care services. Ayushman Bharat aims to undertake path-breaking interventions to holistically address health (covering prevention, promotion and ambulatory care), at primary, secondary and tertiary level. Under Ayushman Bharat, to deliver Comprehensive Primary Health Care with Continuum of Care, closer to people’s home, 1,50,000 health facilities of primary Health Centre and Sub-Health Centre are being upgraded as Ayushman Bharat – Health and Wellness Centers (AB-HWCs).
Through Ayushman Bharat. The Government of India has taken steps to lay the foundation of a 21st century health system. With the launch of various health programs, there is also an unmet need of developing a comprehensive IT system with appropriate architecture and data structures that are pan-India. With the current system of fragmented data capture by multiple stakeholders without any standardization, there is a serious risk of compartmentalization of digital health assets. Additionally, all divisions have also undertaken many IT based initiatives for providing technical support to the programmes as per requirement of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare.
NHSRC is looking to hire an Advisor- Information Technology who will be responsible for leading the IT Division and ensuring quality and timely deliverables. The position reports to the Executive Director, NHSRC and is on Contractual basis.
Roles & Responsibilities:
1. Designing strategies, planning, and ensuring delivery with quality and performance as per plan.
2. Managing IT Division Team.
3. Managing resources, budget for smooth and quality operations.
4. Managing stakeholders, coordinating with partners, reporting and communications.
5. Enhancing the efficiency of NHM initiatives by using relevant IT solutions for – Community Processes, Comprehensive Primary Health care, Mera Aspataal application, Gunak, NQAS, LaQshya certification, HRIS, HRH, Indian Public Health Standards, DVDMS, Free Drugs initiative etc. and any other software if introduce in NHM or NHSRC .
6. Working towards operationalizing the under-developed applications like E-Supportive supervision, GRS and Health Helpline, etc.
7. Driving the process of defining, developing and roll-out of additional software requirements for IT applications, portals for NHM initiatives in collaboration with subject experts and program divisions.
8. Liaising with different programs and program partners.
9. Supporting development of Common Registry for Facilities, Service Providers and Frontline Workers.
10. Reviewing existing applications across different programs and developing a mechanism for integration and data sharing in collaboration with NIC and MIS division of MoHF&W.
11. Generating comprehensive analytics that is timely and useful for policy makers and program managers at National and State level.
12. Recommending mechanisms for effective use of data for planning, service delivery and disease surveillance.
13. Supporting states in establishing the State level data center.
14. Any other task as per requirement.
Qualification & Experience (Regular Degree Full time Degree):
Essential:
M.Tech or MSc. in Computer Science / Information Technology / Electronics.
OR
Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
OR
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Information Technology / Systems (2 Years Full time Degree)
OR
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Information Technology / Computer Science / Electronics with Full-time MBA (2 Years Full time Degree)
Experience: Minimum 15 Years of post-qualification experience in Software Development, IT Systems & networking.
Desirable:
(i) Prior experience in Health Informatics shall be preferred.
(ii) Prior experience in Public Health projects shall be preferred.
(iii) 10+ years of experience in managing team sizes of 50 and above.
(iv) Proven track record of leading development of software products and execution of large-scale projects.
Deputation:
Government Officials willing to come on deputation can also apply for the post of Advisor- Information Technology, subject to meeting the criteria mentioned in the TOR (Terms of Reference) as above and on submission of NOC to NHSRC from their controlling department.
Age Limit: 60 Years (As on the date of applying).
Work Location: New Delhi; Travel to States and Districts is involved.
Remuneration: Indicative Consultancy Fee Band will be between Rs. 2,20,000/- to Rs. 2,60,000/. However, the Consultancy Fee is negotiable, and a competitive remuneration package will be provided to the selected candidate which will be commensurate with the experience and qualifications. Additional benefits include dedicated Sedan car, Free Accidental insurance, Subsidized Medical insurance, Mobile bills reimbursement, Laptop reimbursement (As per NHSRC Policy), 30 days Consolidated leave, fully paid Maternity leave (For Female Consultants) as per Government of India policy, annual increments, TA/ DA and per diem for on-duty visits, as per policy.
Duration of Contract: Initial Contract till 31st March 2028 (with further extension subject to satisfactory performance and extension of NHM).
How to apply: Candidates are requested to fill in the online application correctly which is available on the NHSRC website (http://nhsrcindia.org). Applications will be accepted in the prescribed online application format only. The last date for receiving applications is 22nd April 2026.
In case of any difficulty in filling in the on-line application form, you may contact Principal Administrative Officer, NHSRC at +91-011-26108982/83/84/92/93 between 09:00 am to 05:30 pm on all working days.