Job description: City Coordinator
Position :City Coordinator
Nature of Employment: 2 years [contractual]
Location :Karnataka [Mysore, Mangalore, Hubli], Maharashtra [Yavatmal]
Reports to: Project coordinator at Program enabling unit Project MUKTA FOGSI
About us
FOGSI is looking to hire City Coordinators to join for Project MUKTA which has been set up under a grant from a family philanthropic foundation (referred to as ‘Donor’) to work on prevention of hemoglobinopathies.
The Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI) is the professional organization representing practitioners of obstetrics and gynaecology in India. With 295 member societies and over 47,000+ individual members spread over the length and breadth of the country, FOGSI is probably one of the largest membership-based organizations of specialized professionals.
About Project MUKTA
Under Project MUKTA -Mission to Unite for a hemoglobinopathies free India, FOGSI, in collaboration with partners, will engage private-sector health providers in 40 cities across 6 states to prioritize universal screening and prevention of hemoglobinopathies (Thalassemia, Sickle cell disease and other hemoglobinopathies) among women of reproductive age with special focus on pregnant women. Over the project period, project MUKTA aims to:
1. Launch Good clinical practice recommendations (GCPR) and create capacity building modules to enhance clinical knowledge of gynaecologists.
2. Develop strategic partnerships with private clinics and obstetricians to prioritise adoption of screening and prevention practices around hemoglobinopathies as per GCPR.
3. Consolidate comprehensive body of evidence on screening, prevention and diagnosis of Hemoglobinopathies.
About the Opportunity
The City Coordinator will lead field implementation of the project which will include supporting
the delivery of Continuing Medical Education (CME) sessions in the respective cities, in coordination with the local FOGSI societies. The CME sessions will cover the Good Clinical Practice Recommendations (GCPR) and learning modules on prioritizing early screening for Haemoglobinopathy by Obstetrician and Gynecologists in India. Other responsibilities include leading the engagement with doctors in the network, managing the project outreach, organizing city level events and collecting data.
The professional will be required to work from the city on Monday to Saturday.
Why work with Project MUKTA?
India is currently the Haemoglobinopathy capital of the world, with 10,000 - 15,000 children born
with Haemoglobinopathy Major every year. Join Project MUKTA to contribute meaningfully to reducing this number and making India Haemoglobinopathy-free. As a part of Project MUKTA,
you will:
Strengthen clinical practices and promote early screening for Haemoglobinopathy at private healthcare facilities.
Help develop strategic partnerships focused on preventing Haemoglobinopathy births. Engage with seasoned healthcare professionals and public health experts for impactful programs.
Gain valuable experience in stakeholder management, program management and problem solving.
Be part of a prestigious collaboration committed to ensuring zero Haemoglobinopathy births Collaborate with diverse partners across domains including healthcare, diagnostics, and policy and advocacy.
Job Responsibilities
The key responsibilities for this role include:
1. Engagement with private healthcare providers:
• Represent Project MUKTA and the PEU-M before all key stakeholders in the intervention state and city including, FOGSI societies and their members, private healthcare providers, Department of Health and Family Welfare, community-based groups, and other stakeholders. Work in coordination with and leverage support from the Health Department and private healthcare providers in the city to support activities of the project.
• Proactively engage private sector healthcare providers, including OBGYNs, maternity and nursing home practitioners and nurses through introductory meetings, calls, and regular follow-ups to build trust and rapport.
• Emphasize the value of CME sessions in enhancing clinical skills, improving patient outcomes, and advancing professional development, while addressing any concerns or logistical barriers to their participation.
• Follow up with the private sector providers on the adoption of practices emphasized in the CME sessions, with support from local FOGSI representatives.
2. Coordination and administration for CME events:
• Oversee all logistics for CME sessions, including securing venues, arranging equipment, coordinating registrations, and preparing materials.
• Ensure smooth on-site execution by managing setup, attendee check-ins, and providing real-time support to trainers and participants.
• Undertake regular field visits to private healthcare facilities to support quality of project interventions.
• Participate in planning and review meetings with FOGSI, PEU-M and other project partners.
3. Follow-up and support on monitoring and evaluation:
• Serve as the main liaison between healthcare providers, the PEU-M, and project partners, ensuring clear communication about CME sessions, and project objectives.
• After CMEs, follow up with private sector healthcare providers to address any gaps or support needs, and regularly communicate with the PEU-M on clinical practices and observations, to ensure achievement of project objectives.
• Collaborate with the MEL partner to gather data, administer surveys, and compile reports on participant engagement and outcomes, ensuring timely and accurate feedback collection for future planning.
• Any other task assigned by supervisor/ person authorized by supervisor.
Required Qualifications and Qualities:
The ideal candidate would possess the following:
1. Any bachelor’s degree
2. Junior to mid-level professional with minimum 3 years of experience in project coordination
in the local area. Preferably with experience in healthcare / pharma/ medical device outreach, and engaging with private sector providers.
3. Strong networking and relationship-building skills to engage with senior professionals such
as OBGYNs and other healthcare providers.
4. Experience in coordinating events or training, including managing logistics and administrative tasks.
5. Ability to collect and report data for monitoring and evaluation.
6. Self-motivated, well-organized, and able to work independently under minimal supervision.
7. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, particularly excel.
8. Willingness and ability to travel extensively in the city allocated and occasionally to the
headquarter location (Mumbai).
9. Problem-solving skills and adaptability in handling operational challenges.
Remuneration
The remuneration of this position will be in the range of Rs 38,000-45,000/- month but will depend upon the experience, capabilities and last salary drawn.
This is a contract position for two years, potentially extendable, with a three-month probation; unsuitable candidates will not be confirmed.
How to apply
Interested candidates may apply with their latest CV and a short email description on why they think they are suitable for the position, the time required to join and expected remuneration. Please email your application to mukta.recruit12@gmail.com .
We strongly urge candidates to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The position may be filled before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
FOGSI - An equal opportunity employer
FOGSI is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, valuing all applicants regardless of background. Our workplace fosters respect and celebrates diversity. All applications are welcome and will be fairly evaluated based on job requirements.