State Program Officer – IT

Last Date for online Applications: 18th September, 2024.

Project Name: Centre of Excellence -Nutrition; PMU-PM POSHAN
Position Code: IIPHG/REC/2024-25/45
Position Title: State Program Officer – IT
No. of Posts: 01 (One)
Location: IIPH Gandhinagar
Duration of Position: 11 Months (extendable)

Brief on the Organization:
Indian Institute of Public Health Gandhinagar (IIPHG) is a University established under IIPHG Act, 2015 of Gujarat State. It offers courses in the field of Public Health. It also undertakes various research projects in the field of Public Health. The university is established by Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) with support from the Government of Gujarat, Department of Health & Family Welfare.

Project Brief
Gujarat State Center of Excellence for Nutrition (CoE-Nutrition) at IIPHG is supporting the state government in planning, implementing, and monitoring health and nutrition programs. CoE-Nutrition will develop a Program Management Unit (PMU) at Education department for Pradhan Mantri-Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM-POSHAN) Scheme, a flagship initiative aimed at improving the nutritional status of children aged 6-14 years in 32,332 schools across Gujarat. The PMU will provide technical assistance, policy development, capacity building, and rigorous monitoring to ensure balanced diets, enhance educational outcomes, promote social equality, and maintain high hygiene and safety standards, contributing to the holistic development of children in Gujarat.

Deliverables:
 Design, oversee, and optimize systems for data collection, analysis, and reporting to ensure accurate and timely information flow.
 Implement and maintain mobile applications and ensuring their effective operation and integration into the PM-POSHAN Scheme.
 Create and deploy robust monitoring frameworks to systematically track program progress, identify areas for improvement, and assess the impact of interventions.
 Develop and conduct comprehensive training sessions for staff on the effective use of IT tools and applications, enhancing their technical proficiency and program implementation capabilities.
 Compile, prepare, and maintain detailed reports and documentation to support program activities, ensuring clear communication and record-keeping for all stakeholders.
 Work closely with Government officials of concerned department
 Any other activities as assigned by the PI or supervisor.

Qualification:
 Bachelor’s degree in IT or Computer Science from recognized university.
Desirable:
 Master’s degree in IT or Computer Science from recognized university.

Experience:
 At least 2 to 3 years of experience of working in IT support for Public Health or Nutrition programs.
Please share the following information along with your application:
1) Latest CV 2) Current CTC 3) Expected Salary 4) Notice Period
Last Date for online Applications: 18th September, 2024.

Remarks and How to apply:
 Interested and eligible candidates are requested to apply online at https://iiphg.edu.in/work-with-us/.
 Please highlight the Name of the Post “State Program Officer – IT” Position Code: (IIPHG/REC/2024-25/45) in the subject.
 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.
 Mere eligibility will not entitle any candidate being called for interview.
 Candidates applying for more than one post are required to submit separate application for each post.
 Call letters to the shortlisted applicants shall be sent by email. No postal communication shall be made.
 Incomplete applications, shall be summarily rejected and no communication in this regard shall be entertained.
 No TA / DA will be paid to attend the selection process, if called for.
 Persons employed in Government/Semi-Government Organization or Educational Institutions in India must apply through proper channel.
 IIPHG 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.
 Women are encouraged to apply.