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Field Officer at YRGCARE in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, IN
Skills
Job Description
| Position Title | Field Officer |
|---|---|
| Location | Saharanpur, Chitrakoot, Jhansi, Lucknow, Kanpur |
| Organisation | YR Gaitonde Medical Educational & Research Foundation (YRGMERF) |
| Project | KiDS (Kids and Diabetes in Schools) — supported by Sanofi |
| Experience Required | Minimum 3 years of experience in development, health, education, or nutrition programmes at the district level. |
| Compensation | Remuneration will reflect the candidate’s experience and skills, subject to the approved budget |
About YRGCARE
Established in 1993, YRGMERF is a pioneering non-governmental organisation in India, committed to transforming lives through integrated healthcare, inclusive partnerships, and forward-looking research. Grounded in the values of integrity and sustainability, we address both immediate and evolving societal challenges empowering communities to attain equitable and lasting health outcomes. We provide comprehensive services across prevention, care, support, and treatment, particularly for those affected by HIV and other infectious diseases.
About the KiDsProject
YRGMERF, in partnership with Sanofi, is implementing the KiDS (Kids and Diabetes in Schools) programme among government school students aged 10–15 years in Uttar Pradesh. The programme builds diabetes awareness and prevention literacy through teacher training, student engagement, community outreach, and social media. The internationally validated KiDS manual, adapted into the local language, is used as the core training resource, with qualified endocrinologists serving as master trainers.
The first two phases of the programme, launched in 2024, have yielded documented outcomes. The current phase involves expansion to 17 districts across UP, including aspirational districts and those requiring refresher training.
RoleOverview
The Field Officer is the frontline member of the KiDS project team, responsible for direct engagement with schools, teachers, students, parents, and communities in the assigned districts. The role reports to the District Coordinator or Programme Manager and requires consistent field presence and strong community engagement skills.
KeyResponsibilities
Field Implementation
- Facilitate teacher training sessions using the KiDS manual in assigned schools.
- Support trained teachers in conducting diabetes awareness sessions with students.
- Organise and facilitate parent-teacher meetings in project schools.
- Map the communities linked to each project school and conduct community awareness meetings.
- Identify and support diabetes ambassadors within communities who can sustain awareness efforts beyond the project period.
Documentation and Reporting
- Document all field activities systematically and compile data for submission to the District Coordinator / Programme Manager.
- Provide field data and inputs for programme reports in coordination with the M&E Officer.
- Maintain complete records of referrals to health facilities, forms, and related documentation.
Travel
- The role requires approximately 20 days of field travel per month. Travel and logistics support will be provided under the project.
Requirements
Qualifications& Skills
- Post-graduation in Home Science, Nutrition, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in development, health, education, or nutrition programmes at the district level.
- Working knowledge of the education department system in UP is required.
- Proficiency in MS Excel for data entry and reporting.
- Strong written and oral communication skills in Hindi and English.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently in field settings with minimal supervision.
Benefits
Benefits & Work Environment
- 24 days of annual leave, in addition to public holidays.
- Health insurance coverage
- Opportunity to work in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
- Scope for learning and professional development.
YRG is an equal-opportunity organisation. At YRG, we are committed to supporting inclusion and diversity as part of our values. We celebrate differences in abilities, sexual orientation, ethnicity, faith, and gender. Our team are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives.