Position: Junior Field Officer (Consultant Position)
Number of Positions: 15
Organization: International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union)
Location: Delhi
Duration : 10 Months
Travel: 70%
ORGANISATION BACKGROUND
The Union is a global membership, technical and scientific organisation. We were established in 1920 and are led by people who are committed to our vision, mission and values. Our members are organisations and individuals from all parts of the world. We are made up of government and non-government agencies, charities, donors and funders, professional groups, patient groups and civil society organisations. We bring together clinicians, managers, policy makers, front-line workers and implementers, scientists, patients and survivors, advocates and civil society.
The Union’s Vision: A healthier world for all, free of tuberculosis and lung disease.
The Union’s Mission: The Union strives to end suffering due to tuberculosis and lung disease by advancing better prevention and care. We seek to achieve this by the generation, dissemination and implementation of knowledge into policy and practice. We aim to ensure that no-one is left behind, people are treated equally and we have a focus on vulnerable and marginalised populations and communities.
The Union’s Values:
• Quality: we deliver our services and products to the highest possible standards.
• Transparency: we are open and direct in our dealings.
• Accountability: we are responsible stewards of resources, deliver on our commitments, and are accountable to our stakeholders.
• Respect: we recognise people’s intrinsic value and have due regard for the welfare, beliefs, perceptions, customs and cultural heritage of those we deal with.
• Independence: we seek to pursue our mission free from interference by conflicts of interest.
About the Project:
The Union is rolling out population wide TB Screening in the urban geography of Delhi using handheld X-ray machines and newer tools, thereby ensuring that TB cases are identified and treated as soon as possible and preventing the spread of the disease to other individuals
The project activity will employ highly sensitive screening tests such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) enabled ultra-portable handheld X-rays.
Please note that this position is contingent upon The Union securing an anticipated grant.
3. SCOPE OF WORK
The Consultant is responsible for overseeing the team of staff participating in the screening activity and implement project as per performance framework, monitoring, data validation and address day to day pragmatic challenges on the ground.
• Develop weekly screening plan, coordinate the screening activities and manage operations at the project site.
• Ensure identification of camp sites and community awareness regarding the camp details (time/location) in the community
• Oversee preparatory visits to selected project sites before screening activity.
• Ensure on spot collection of sputum samples for all AI positive clients and transportation of the same to the DTC/nearest designated testing facility
• Ensure quality of data being collected, and ensure timely reporting. Community mobilising and queue management at the screening site.
• Co-ordinate with volunteers to ensure that there is door to door awareness of the upcoming camp and awareness generation of the same. Guide volunteers to mobilise people to the camp site with appropriate timing.
• Liaise with local/community stakeholders for screening activities
• Support X-ray technicians in debottlenecking and problem-solving operational issues.
• Liaise with district, block-level NTEP officials and primary health care team for effective project implementation.
• Ensure treatment initiation for people diagnosed with TB through ACF activities.
• Ensure adherence to the M&E plan and implementation plan.
• Report, without delay, any problems in implementing the screening protocol.
• Any other work assigned by the Supervisor/ Project Lead/ Project Team/Head of Office.
4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:
Qualifications and Experience:
• Postgraduate in Health/ Social Work/ allied subjects;
• At least one to three years of experience in the public health/ development sector and ability to work independently;
• Prior experience in managing field operations and working in community setups is preferred;
• Experience of working with the National TB Elimination Program (NTEP) will be an advantage.
Skills and Competencies:
• Building successful collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Preference will be given to local candidates;
• Willingness to travel extensively within the project area, as necessary.
Compensation offered:
Offer shall be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.
How to apply:
Interested candidates must send their latest resume/CV and cover letter mentioning their motivation for the job and the specific skills and experience that makes them suitable for the job. Last date for submitting applications is 13 April 2026 and required to be sent to careers.usea@theunion.org indicating “Application for Junior Field Officer” in the subject line. You must also submit the Job Application Form (to be filled online at https://goo.gl/forms/hchmlnx4QzdbJBRx1) before the deadline. Please note that applications submitted without the Job Application Form will not be accepted.
The Union is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women candidates are encouraged to apply.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.