Ward Coordinator-Urban Malaria Elimination Project in India at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Ward Coordinator-Urban Malaria Elimination Project based in India.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to public health initiatives focused on eliminating malaria in urban communities.
The professional will coordinate field-level implementation, strengthen surveillance systems, and support effective disease prevention strategies.
Working closely with healthcare providers, municipal teams, and community stakeholders, the role ensures high-quality execution of malaria control activities.
The position combines programme coordination, field supervision, data management, and community engagement.
You will play a key role in improving case detection, treatment follow-up, and operational outcomes across assigned intervention areas.
This is a meaningful opportunity for a public health professional passionate about creating measurable health impact at the community level.

The Ward Coordinator will oversee the implementation of malaria elimination activities within the assigned ward, ensuring effective coordination between field teams, healthcare providers, government stakeholders, and communities. The role requires strong programme management skills, proactive problem solving, and commitment to improving public health outcomes.

• Coordinate implementation of malaria elimination activities within the assigned ward and support execution of operational plans.
• Facilitate active case detection, fever surveillance, malaria diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up activities.
• Coordinate with public and private healthcare providers to improve malaria case reporting and surveillance coverage.
• Monitor progress against ward-level plans, identify operational challenges, and recommend corrective actions.
• Support implementation of G6PD testing and radical cure activities according to programme requirements.
• Coordinate GIS mapping activities, hotspot identification, and investigation efforts.
• Supervise frontline workers and field teams to ensure effective delivery of interventions.
• Conduct supportive supervision visits and provide guidance to improve field performance.
• Organize community awareness initiatives targeting vulnerable populations, including migrant communities and high-risk groups.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of surveillance data, programme reports, and performance updates.
• Participate in programme review meetings and contribute insights for continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate should have experience in public health programme implementation, field coordination, and community-based interventions. The role requires strong organizational abilities, communication skills, and the capacity to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Life Sciences, Nursing, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Master’s degree in Public Health or a related field is desirable.
• 3–5 years of experience implementing public health programmes or community health initiatives.
• Previous experience working on communicable disease programmes is preferred.
• Experience coordinating field teams and managing community-based activities.
• Familiarity with municipal health systems and local healthcare networks is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of surveillance processes, reporting mechanisms, and health programme monitoring.
• Ability to manage data, track indicators, and prepare accurate programme reports.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify challenges and implement practical solutions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

• Full-time remote position based in India with field responsibilities in the assigned intervention area.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful public health and disease elimination initiatives.
• Meaningful work supporting vulnerable communities and improving health outcomes.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across healthcare and community sectors.
• Professional growth opportunities within a global health-focused environment.
• Exposure to large-scale public health programme implementation and surveillance systems.