Scope of Work (SOW)
Senior Technical Officer –Dengue Control and Prevention
CHRI–Godrej Project, Mumbai
Position Title: Senior Technical Officer –Dengue Control
Duty Station: Mumbai
Reporting To: Project Lead, CHRI
Project:
CHRI–Godrej Supported Technical Support Unit (TSU) for Dengue Prevention & Control in Mumbai
Background
The Centre for Health Research and Innovation (CHRI), with support from Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL), is establishing a Technical Support Unit (TSU) in Mumbai (BMC) to support the State Health Department in strengthening dengue prevention and control activities.
The TSU will provide technical assistance to BMC officials, Ward health authorities, and partner organizations to improve surveillance, data-driven decision-making, outbreak preparedness, vector control, capacity building, community engagement, and operational research.
The Technical Officer will serve as a key member of the TSU and provide technical and programmatic support for implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of dengue interventions across the BMC area
Objectives of the Position
To provide technical assistance to BMC in planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of dengue prevention and control activities through evidence-based strategies, data analytics, field monitoring, and stakeholder coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Technical Support to State Programs:
• Support the State NCVBDC Cell in implementation of dengue control strategies.
• Assist in operationalization of national and state guidelines, policies, and strategic plans.
• Provide technical inputs for annual action plans, micro-plans, and district implementation plans.
• Support integration of innovative approaches and best practices for vector-borne disease control.
2. Surveillance Strengthening and Data Management:
• Review and analyze surveillance data from IHIP, NCVBDC, IDSP, and other relevant platforms.
• Develop BMC and ward performance dashboards and periodic analytical reports.
• Identify high-risk areas and support targeted interventions based on epidemiological evidence.
• Assist in strengthening case-based surveillance and outbreak detection systems.
3. Program Monitoring and Field Support:
• Conduct regular monitoring visits to districts, health facilities, laboratories, and field sites.
• Assess implementation quality of dengue interventions.
• Support district teams in addressing programmatic bottlenecks.
• Document best practices, innovations, and lessons learned.
• Provide supportive supervision and mentorship to district health teams.
4. Capacity Building:
• Assist in development of training materials, job aids, SOPs, and operational guidelines.
• Organize and facilitate training programs for Medical Officers, CHOs, ANMs, ASHAs, Laboratory Technicians, and surveillance personnel.
• Support orientation programs on surveillance systems, vector control, case management, and outbreak response.
5. Vector Control Support:
• Assist in monitoring implementation of vector control interventions including IRS, LLINs, source reduction, larval source management, and environmental management.
• Support entomological surveillance activities and analysis of vector density and breeding indices.
• Provide technical inputs for targeted vector control planning in high-risk areas.
6. Outbreak Preparedness and Response:
• Support early warning and response systems for dengue outbreaks.
• Analyze climatic, epidemiological, and entomological data to identify outbreak risks.
• Assist state and district authorities during outbreak investigations and response activities.
• Support preparation of outbreak reports and action recommendations.
7. Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement:
• Liaise with State NCVBDC officials, Directorate of Health Services, Medical Colleges, development partners, and district authorities.
• Participate in technical review meetings and state-level consultations.
• Facilitate coordination between CHRI, BMC, and partner organizations.
• Support organization of workshops, review meetings, and technical consultations.
10. Reporting:
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual progress reports.
• Maintain records of field visits, trainings, meetings, and technical support activities.
• Submit periodic updates to CHRI management and BMC counterparts.
• Track project indicators and support donor reporting requirements.
Qualifications:
Essential:
• Essential - MBBS / BDS Master's Degree
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in public health programs, preferably vector-borne diseases.
• Experience working with government health systems.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Should be fluent in Marathi, Hindi and English.
Desirable:
• Degree/ Diploma in Public Health (MPH) / Epidemiology / Community
• Experience in malaria, dengue, or vector-borne disease programs.
• Experience in surveillance systems such as IHIP, IDSP, or NCVBDC reporting platforms.
• Experience supporting government-led public health initiatives.
Competencies;
• Strong technical understanding of VBD control programs.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Stakeholder management and coordination abilities.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Report writing and documentation expertise.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments under tight timelines.
Travel Requirements:
The position will require regular local travel (approximately 30–40%) and project sites across Mumbai for monitoring, supervision, training, and stakeholder engagement.
Duration:
Initial contract period of one year, renewable based on performance, project requirements, and availability of funding.
How to apply:
Please use the role reference code “5283/ST/MUM/OCT-26/N” when applying via the following link: https://rb.gy/8pj7c9 by 06th Nov 2026
CHRI reserves the right to assign districts in the final offer to the shortlisted applicants based on program requirement.
All Applicants must have legal authorization to work in India.
CHRI is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.
CHRI is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. CHRI does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or orientation, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law
Note: The selected candidate shall be issued an employment contract valid up to 31st October 2027 further contract extension will be based on program needs.