CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
The State Health Systems Resource Centre (SHSRC), Chhattisgarh, is a state-level technical institution that supports the Government of Chhattisgarh in strengthening the health system and improving the delivery of public health services. SHSRC provides technical assistance, programme support, capacity building, research, monitoring and evidence-based inputs to inform health planning and implementation across the state.
Working in close coordination with the Department of Health & Family Welfare, the National Health Mission (NHM), the Directorate of Health Services and district health authorities, SHSRC contributes to strengthening primary healthcare, community-based health initiatives, health workforce capacity and overall programme effectiveness.
SHSRC, in association with the Society for Action in Community Health (SACH), invites applications from qualified, experienced and motivated professionals for the following positions, based in Raipur, Chhattisgarh.
POSITION 1
Senior Manager – Technical (Public Health)
Position : Senior Manager – Technical (Public Health)
Location :Raipur, Chhattisgarh (with travel to districts and programme sites)
Nature of Engagement : Consultancy / Contractual
Reporting to : Executive Director, SHSRC, or Designated Authority
Minimum Experience : 5 years
Consultancy Fee :Commensurate with qualifications, experience and expertise
Last Date for Submission : 20 October 2026
Application Link :https://forms.gle/C2SiYRoVACC533So9
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Senior Manager – Technical (Public Health) will provide technical leadership to SHSRC’s public health and health systems strengthening initiatives, ensuring that programme design, implementation and review are informed by sound evidence and aligned with state and national priorities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide technical leadership and strategic guidance on public health and health systems strengthening initiatives.
• Support the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of assigned programmes.
• Analyse programme data, identify implementation gaps and recommend evidence-based improvements.
• Contribute to public health research, assessments, programme evaluations and technical documentation.
• Develop and review technical guidelines, training materials, programme frameworks and policy briefs.
• Coordinate with the Department of Health & Family Welfare, NHM, Directorate of Health Services (DHS), district health authorities, academic institutions and development partners.
• Support capacity building initiatives, technical consultations and programme review meetings.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations and recommendations for senior management and government stakeholders.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• MBBS with MD in Preventive and Social Medicine (PSM) / Community Medicine, or a Master’s degree in Public Health (MPH), Health Management, Epidemiology, Health Sciences or a related discipline from a recognised institution.
• A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in public health, health systems, programme management, research or the development sector.
• Demonstrated experience in programme planning, monitoring and evaluation, research, stakeholder coordination and technical reporting.
• Experience of working with State Health Departments, NHM, State Health Missions or similar organisations will be preferred.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
• Strong analytical, communication, report-writing and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and government stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office and digital programme monitoring tools.
• Excellent written and spoken English and a good working knowledge of Hindi; knowledge of Chhattisgarhi will be an added advantage.
NOTE: Selection on a rolling basis: Applications will be screened as they are received. As soon as a suitable candidate is identified for a position, SHSRC will proceed with the selection process for that position, which may therefore be closed before the last date. Candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest.