Field Supervisors, REACH, TB Elimination Program
Name of the post: Field Supervisor
No. of vacancies: 2
Based in: District Hardoi: Block - Sandila block (with travel to nearby blocks) & Kothawan Block
Start-date: At the earliest
Period of contract: Till September 2027
REACH is a non-profit organisation dedicated to the fight against Tuberculosis (TB), with office in Chennai. Established in 1998-99, REACH is implementing multiple projects across India, with support from the Stop TB Partnership, HCL Foundation, HUL, AM Foundation and Azim Premji Foundation, among others. REACH worked over 25 states of the country.
As part of the TB Elimination Project supported by the HCL Foundation, REACH is looking to recruit 1 Field Supervisor, who will be responsible for day-to-day screening using portable CXR and follow up of the intervention on TB in different blocks of Hardoi district. The ideal candidate will either have any Bachelor’s degree or 3 to 5 years experience in health/ community engagement initiatives.
Specific responsibilities will include:
- Mapping of the gram panchayats and preparation of microplans for house to house screening for TB and CRD
- Supervise and support Community Health Workers in day-to-day screening and follow-up
- Support/ facilitate transport of collected samples to the nearest NAAT centre for diagnostic testing.
- Support/ facilitate the reporting of results from the labs to the community health workers.
- Coordination with NTEP and health facilities for organizing community screening using portable chest x-ray
- Coordination with different stakeholders for spreading awareness about community screening for maximum participation
- Travelling with the ambulance containing portable CXR machine and ensuring sfatey and upkeep of the machine
- Coordination/ liaison with telemedicine centres of HCL foundation to ensure all the referred individuals avail their services.
- Finalizing travel route of the Ambulance and maintaining travel logs
- Reporting of community screening activities
- Recording of details of individuals offered chest x-rays in MIS.
- Ensure supplies, registers, and IEC materials reach CHWs
- Support and guide community health workers with printed and digital data entry
- Supporting project staff in verifying screening data and ensure quality and completeness
- Facilitate peer support group meetings or nutrition kit distribution
- Provide basic counseling and referral support to beneficiaries
- Submit field visit reports and flag challenges
- Documenting success stories and challenges
- Any other responsibilities as assigned
A detailed job description will be provided to the selected candidate.
Qualifications, Experience and competencies required:
- Bachelor’s degree or 3 to 5 years experience in health/ community engagement
- Knowledge of TB and Non-Communicable diseases and the functioning in both the programmes preferred
- Analytical, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Prior experience of working in the district for which applications are invited will be given priority
- Experience in field data verification and validation of field invoices preferred
- Ability to work closely with health officials
- Willingness to carry out a wide range of activities, including both professional and logistical tasks
- Willingness to travel extensively across the block / district
REACH is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity at the workplace. Qualified women candidates who meet the requirements of this position are encouraged to apply. All candidates will be considered for employment without regard to gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion or disability status. REACH is also committed to ensuring a safe workplace free of any sexual harassment, abuse or violence. All employees will be expected to play a role in promoting a respectful working environment.
Remuneration will be on par with market standards and will be based on experience and qualifications. Please note that this candidates who apply for this position may also be considered for other similar, suitable positions.
Candidates meeting the specific requirements may
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