Consultant- Officer Administration

  Position Code           :           PHFI-CNST-2650

  Position Title :           Consultant- Officer Administration

No. of Positions          :        1

Location          :           Delhi/NCR

  Duration of Position   :        10 months or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier

Brief on the Organization:

The Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) is working towards building a healthier India. It is helping to address the limited institutional and systems capacity in India by strengthening education and training, advancing research and technology and facilitating policy and practice in the area of Public Health.  PHFI is headquartered in New Delhi with national presence through its constituent units of regional Indian Institutes of Public Health (IIPHs) and Centers of Applied Research in core public health themes. The Foundation, established in 2006 as a public private initiative, is governed by an independent board comprising of senior government officials, eminent Indian and International academic and leaders, civil society representatives and corporate leaders. For more information, please visit the website www.phfi.org.

Project Brief:    

This position is part of the Health Technology Assessment in India (HTAIn) Resource Centre at Indian Institute of Public Health Delhi. The Resource Centre aims to strengthen the use of Health Technology Assessment (HTA) in evidence-informed decision making in India. Its key objectives include undertaking HTA studies assigned by the Department of Health Research (DHR), building capacity on HTA for individuals, academic and research institutions, and government stakeholders, as well as providing technical assistance on HTA-related issues.

Job Summary:

The position involves providing administrative, operational, and coordination support for the effective implementation of project activities. The role also includes contributing to the preparation and dissemination of project reports, along with carrying out other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Deliverables:

The major duties and responsibilities will include:

• Manage day-to-day administrative and operational functions, ensuring smooth execution of project activities.
• Coordination for organizing meetings, seminars, workshops, etc.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely execution of project activities.
• Prepare and oversee the administrative financial budget, ensuring alignment with PHFI’s approved budget and expenditure framework.
• Handle logistics and manage procurement process
• Assist in data analysis and report writing
• Any other task as assigned by supervisor.

Qualification:

Essential: 

• Postgraduate degree from a recognized institution

Desirable:

• Master’s degree in management, commerce, administration, life sciences or related disciplines.

Experience:

Essential:  

• Around 0 to 01 year of experience working in a research project

Skills & Competencies:

• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience in project management, documentation, and coordination activities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Please note that the fee will commensurate with available skills and fitment of the incumbent as per the selection process.       

Interested and eligible candidates may send their updated CV to recruit@phfi.org and fill the application form – Application Form- Consultant- Officer Administration (PHFI-CNST-2650) – Fill out form. Please mention the exact Position Code (PHFI-CNST-2650) in the email subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.

Last Date of Receipt of Applications:  31 May 2026.
Remarks:

• Candidates are requested to refer PHFI website for position description & process for applying. Please note only those applications will be considered which are received as per instruction written on PHFI website.
• Candidates should have an excellent academic record, good communication skills, a commitment to high quality graduate / post-graduate education.
• Mere eligibility will not entitle any candidate for being called for interview.
• Persons employed in Government/Semi-Government Organization or Educational Institutions in India must apply through proper channel.
• PHFI reserves the right to fill or not to fill any or all available positions.
• The requirements of minimum qualification and/or experience may be relaxed in the case of candidates with outstanding credentials.
• No correspondence will be entertained from candidates regarding any delays, conduct & result of interview and reasons for not being called for interview.

“PHFI reserves the sole right to alter/modify/cancel the entire selection process or the position or the vacancy or to disqualify any candidature at any stage of the selection process”.

Women are encouraged to apply!