Introduction
KHPT is a not-for-profit organization that has, for over two decades, worked alongside India’s most vulnerable communities to improve their health and wellbeing. Our journey began in 2003 with focused initiatives to reduce the prevalence of HIV in Karnataka, and since then, our work has expanded to address a wide range of public health issues across the country. In places where health remains out of reach, held back by stigma, silence or systemic gaps, we have worked to change that reality. We believe the answers already exist in local knowledge, the culture of the place, and in collective intent. While health is our focus, we see it in its full context shaped by poverty, gender, social norms, urbanization and climate. We bring together technical expertise and community wisdom, blending data, dialogue and systems thinking to strengthen health systems and empower communities. Because health and wellbeing are rights. And every community deserves not just access, but the power to shape its own wellbeing.
KHPT is in the process of receiving the TIFA grant to implement the SAFE (Screening, Assessment, Follow-up & Effective Preventive Treatment for TB) project across selected private health facilities in Karnataka and Telangana. The project aims to establish and operationalize SAFE-TB Hubs to strengthen TB preventive treatment services among household and close contacts of people with TB through structured screening, testing, follow-up, digital innovations, and person-centric adherence support in alignment with NTEP priorities. This is an 11-month project focused on enhancing private sector engagement and improving access to quality TB preventive care.
Note: Onboarding of the selected candidate will be subject to the approval of the TIFA grant.
Zonal Coordinator- SAFE TB Hubs in Private Sector
Positions: 2
Location: State Headquarters-Karnataka and State Headquarters-Telangana- with extensive district travel
KHPT seeking a dynamic and experienced Zonal Coordinator to lead the implementation of the SAFE TB Hubs project at the state and district levels. The role involves close coordination with government stakeholders, private healthcare providers, and community groups to strengthen TB prevention and care services.
Qualification, Skills & Competencies
• Postgraduate degree in Life Sciences / MSW / M.A. Sociology, with or without MPH/MBA, and a minimum of 5 years of experience in public health at the state, zonal, or district level.
• Experience in project implementation and managing field teams; familiarity with TB
programmes and private healthcare sector functioning is preferred.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including MS Office™, internet usage, and data analysis.
• Strong ability to liaise and engage with stakeholders across government, private healthcare providers, civil society, and communities at state, zonal, and district levels.
• Experience in using M&E data for programme management; familiarity with the Nikshay portal is desirable.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, along with working knowledge of the regional language (Kannada for Karnataka and Telugu for Telangana).
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work both independently and collaboratively in a complex, multicultural environment.
• Willingness to be based at the state headquarters and travel extensively to project implementation areas.
Key Performance Expectations
• Functional establishment and performance of SAFE-TB Hubs across districts
• Timely achievement of 7-1-7 / 7-4-7 cascade targets
• Increased TPT initiation and completion rates
• Strong private sector engagement and provider compliance
• High-quality data reporting and Nikshay integration
• Effective coordination between private sector and NTEP systems
Roles and Responsibilities
• Overall responsibility for the implementation of the programme at the state and selected district levels, representing KHPT in external engagements.
• Provide leadership and oversight for SAFE TB Hubs project implementation activities at the district level.
• Engage with key stakeholders, including private sector providers, State PMU, State and District TB officials, and community groups.
• Coordinate with personnel from selected private facilities for effective programme implementation.
• Ensure logistics management of TB screening and TPT drugs by coordinating with the NTEP team at TU and district levels to support field teams.
• Facilitate agreements with identified private facilities as SAFE TB Hubs, and with laboratories for X-rays, IGRA tests, and other required investigations for close contacts of index TB patients.
• Support the design, development, and operationalization of OPD kiosks, e-vouchers, e-learning modules, and other project-related materials.
• Organize counselling sessions (in-person or virtual) for identified index patients and their close contacts/family members, in coordination with technical experts.
• Represent the project in key district/city-level TB meetings, trainings, and review platforms.
• Provide strategic guidance to field staff and ensure achievement of targets related to TPT initiation among identified close contacts of index TB patients.
• Conduct monitoring visits to validate data and ensure adherence to treatment among TPT-initiated contacts until completion.
• Conduct periodic project reviews, provide handholding support, and promote team cohesion.
• Facilitate CMEs, trainings, and supervisory visits by Medical College Catalysts, KHPT, JSI, and State PMU.
• Report progress against targets to KHPT, JSI (PR), and State and District NTEP officials as per agreed timelines.
• Submit reports and participate in state and district-level review meetings as required.
• Undertake any other assignments as directed by the Line Manager based on project or organizational needs.
Note: The principal responsibilities listed above are an illustrative list and not an exhaustive list Additional responsibility may be assigned as per the Project and organization requirements.
Reporting
The Zonal Coordinator will be reporting to Project Implementation Lead, TIFA –JSI project or any other person designated by her/ him.
Remuneration
The compensation for the above-mentioned position/s will adhere to internal policies and market standards, determined by qualifications, relevant experience, budget availability, internal parity, and interview performance.
KHPT is committed to providing a safe and supportive work environment for all employees. We uphold the principle of equal opportunity and actively welcome female applicants. In addition, we encourage individuals with physical challenges, provided they possess the necessary skills and knowledge, and are willing to travel to apply. We seek candidates who can seamlessly integrate into our non-discriminatory, inclusive, and equitable organizational culture.
We will follow a systematic selection process to fill this position, taking into account experience, competency, suitability, aptitude to work with our health programs, and extensive knowledge of the areas we work in. Only candidates who meet our shortlisting criteria will be invited for an interview.
The above position demands excellent communication, interpersonal and computer skills and also involves travel. Preference will be given to candidates who have work experience in the relevant field and local candidates with required experience and skillsets.
The above-mentioned position requires outstanding communication, interpersonal, and computer skills, as well as the willingness to travel. Preference will be given to candidates with work experience in the relevant field and local candidates who possess the necessary experience and skill sets.
How to apply
Prospective candidates should submit their applications by clicking the "Apply Online" button next to the relevant vacancy on our current openings page at
https://www.khpt.org/work-with-us/
The deadline for submissions is 7th June 2026 .