ROLE PROFILE
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Job Title
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Team Leader – HR Systems Strengthening
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Functional Area
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HR Systems Strengthening
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Reports To
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Sr. Team Leader, HR Systems Strengthening
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Location
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Patna, Bihar
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Travel Required
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As per need.
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Effective Date
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September 2026
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IHAT PURPOSE AND PRIORITIES
India Health Action Trust was instituted in 2003 as a Charitable Trust with a vision to meaningfully impact the lives of vulnerable and marginalised people by addressing health and social inequities. The Trust is working towards reducing inequities by developing comprehensive and sustainable programmes to improve population health. Since its inception, IHAT has working closely with the Government of India and state governments, including Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi and Bihar to achieve public health goals. Our work is focused in areas of prevention and control of HIV and Tuberculosis, in achieving significant improvements in Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal and Child Health, improved Nutrition among mothers and children, and strengthening health systems. We use program science to optimise and scale public health programs while partnering with the governments and communities.
ROLE PURPOSE
Team Leader- HR Systems Strengthening will work closely with the held departments of Bihar Government and other partners to improve the quality of Nursing professionals in the State which will broadly include complex policy interactions, role of various stakeholders and developing appropriate policy proposals, systems and the capacity of Bihar government for sustainability.
She/he is expected to provide high quality techno-managerial inputs and lead a lean team of high potential individuals to contribute effectively towards quality accreditation, quality improvement of Nursing colleges.
DIMENSIONS OF THE ROLE
- Identify key gaps in the system for optimal functioning of regulating bodies
- Develop and support Gov. of Bihar in implementing various interventions related to Nursing Cadre strengthening
- Provide expertise and support to the relevant government stakeholders in implementing best practices for high quality nursing education
- Support in Quality Accreditation and Quality Improvement initiatives for Nursing and Allied Healthcare Professionals with focus on systems strengthening
- Build capacity of relevant government stakeholders and organizations for sustainability
- Ensure appropriate development of the team members to increase quality of support to Gov. of Bihar
KEY INPUTS EXPECTED FROM THE JOB ROLE
- Conduct rapid research of best practices from other States, research literature and international practices on key system strengthening components
- Develop appropriate policy proposals in a participative approach through effective liaising with internal and external stakeholders (including government and other health partners)
- Follow up with concerned government officials to ensure appropriate proposals are moved in a timely manner
- Set up systems and processes for smooth coordination with the various stakeholders including a regular cadence of meetings, timelines etc.,
MISCELLANEOUS
- Any other work given by the line manager or organization from time to time
QUALIFICATIONS
- PGDM/MBA or equivalent from Tier-1 institutes
EXPERIENCE
- At least 4 years working with government/development/consulting sector projects mandatory
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Consulting experience with public health or government or development sector projects shall be strongly preferred
- Experience working in the education sector with an understanding of competency frameworks shall be preferred
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
Behavioral:
- Collaboration for Success
- Senior govt. official liaisoning
- Influencing and Negotiating
Functional:
- Advanced MS Excel for data analysis
- Team Management
- Basic Project Management
Domain:
- Basics of Human Resource Management
IHAT’S VALUES IN PRACTICE
Community Centric: It is the communities we serve and the community at IHAT that drives us forward.
Think Sustainability: We believe in engaging with the government and communities to scale up and sustain positive outcomes
Scientific and Innovative: We relentlessly pursue scientific rigour and adapt our work in the face of new evidence. We encourage out of the box thinking and challenge ourselves to do better.
Interdisciplinary: We foster discussion, debate and deliberation across disciplines to arrive at the best possible solution.
LEVEL OF CONTACT WITH CHILDREN
Low Contact – Low frequency of interaction with children
Statement on IHAT's Commitment to Gender Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
IHAT is an equal opportunity organization. At IHAT, we are dedicated to fostering an environment that values and respects gender equality, diversity, and inclusion. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is essential for driving innovation, creativity, and success. We are committed to ensuring that every individual, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic, is treated with dignity and respect.
Commitment to Safeguarding, Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSHEA), and Consent Seeking
IHAT is unwavering in its commitment to safeguarding all individuals associated with our work. We prioritize the safety and well-being of our employees, partners, and the communities we serve. We strictly adhere to policies and practices that protect against sexual exploitation and abuse and emphasize the importance of consent in all interactions.
Transfer of Commitment
As part of our Terms of Reference, IHAT requires that all hired agencies, partners and individuals uphold these same standards. This includes a firm commitment to safeguarding, protection from sexual exploitation and abuse (PSHEA), and consent seeking. We expect our partners, agencies and individuals working with us to sign into the required policies and integrate these principles into their operations, ensuring a safe and respectful environment for all.
HOW TO APPLY
We will be following a systematic selection process to fill this position based on experience, competency and suitability. Shortlisting for the posts will take place soon after the closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. If you have not heard from us within fifteen days of the closing date, please assume that the current IHAT positions are unable to accommodate you at the moment. It is also not possible for us to provide you with specific feedback because of the volume of applications we receive.
IHAT does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing, or other fees in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it.