State Project Coordinator, Karnataka

State Project Coordinator

The State Project Coordinator will develop, review, and revise action plans for Tobacco Control initiatives in the designated State. This position is expected to adopt an inter-sectoral coordination approach for comprehensive Tobacco Control initiatives in the State.

Duties and Responsibilities

Project Planning and supervision:

• Provide consultation to relevant stakeholders for effective implementation of the objectives
• Monitor project implementation, modify work plans as needed and ensure completion of objectives in a timely manner in consultation with stakeholders

Trainings and workshops:

• Conduct technical trainings and workshops for partners
• Develop and maintain training materials including translated versions as required
• Manage the training database and generate required reports

Technical Support:

• Provide technical support to partners including policy issues in the development of detailed action plans in coordination with the internal team
• Provide support to stakeholders as it relates to Tobacco Control initiatives

Relationship Building:

• Develop and maintain close and effective relationships with relevant partners to build effective engagement related to tobacco control initiatives
• Participate in meetings and workshops related to or relevant for advancement of Tobacco Control initiatives

Qualifications:

Education & Degree required:

• Bachelor's degree in any specialization — Dentistry or Medicine preferred — and a Master's degree in Social Work, Public Health, Legal Studies, Development Studies, or any other related field

Skills & Abilities:

• Comprehensive project management skills, with the ability to make sound, informed judgements
• Strong understanding of public health and related policy interventions
• Strong understanding of government structures and policymaking in relevant geographies
• Strong communication skills, with demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external partners
• Excellent critical, creative thinking and analytical skills
• Proficient in oral and written English, Hindi and the local language
• Strong communication skills both verbal & written
• Excellent team management, project planning and coordination skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Experience:

Experience Required:

• Minimum 8 years' of relevant experience
• In-depth understanding of traditional and modern training methods (including workshops, simulations, e-learning and coaching)
• Experience delivering training to professional audiences