The posting
Position: Community Health Officer, Swabhiman
Functional Area: Programme
Location: Vadodara
Experience: 2-5 Years
Number of Positions: 01
About Smile Foundation:
Smile Foundation works for the welfare of underprivileged children and their families through intensive programs focused on education, healthcare, skilling and women empowerment and Empowering Grassroots. Started in 2002 by a group of young corporate professionals, today Smile has evolved into a national level development organization impacting lives of over 2 million underprivileged children and their families with project presence in 27 states across India,10 offices in strategic locations and over 650 employees, besides countless volunteers, well- wishers and supporters.
The organization also holds Special Consultative Status with United Nation’s Economic & Social Council (ECOSOC), accredited with global organizations like GuideStar, United Way, CAF America, Give2Asia and
many more. Furthermore, continuously for past three years Smile is a Great Place to Work © Certified organization and is considered ‘Gold Standard’ in identifying and recognizing Great Workplace Cultures.
Currently SF has been implementing projects worth Rs 80 Crore across India directly or with the help of grassroot organizations, primarily CSR funded projects of varied scale both in urban slums and rural areas including aspirational districts in thematic areas mentioned above. The wealth of knowledge emanated from
the same is immense, however the same is grouped in systematic manner which can be used for pitching for large projects of long term in nature leading to data driven knowledge products which can be further
used in creating large scale impact.
Visit our website to know more about us and our latest development:
www.smilefoundationindia.org
Summary of Role:
The Community Health Officer will lead the field implementation of the Pink Smile Project with a focus on reducing anaemia, addressing malnutrition, and supporting Anganwadi refurbishment. The role involves delivering primary healthcare services, promoting maternal and child health, conducting screenings, and creating awareness on nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention. The officer will also coordinate with government departments such as ICDS and the Health Department and ensure smooth execution of all project activities at the community level.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide primary healthcare services including maternal and child health counselling, family planning support, hygiene and sanitation promotion, and assistance in immunization activities.
- Conduct screening activities such as blood tests and hemoglobin checks to identify anaemia and other common health issues.
- Offer counselling on dietary changes, supplementation, and follow-up care based on screening results.
- Organize and lead health education sessions on anaemia, nutrition, women’s health, child health, and hygiene practices.
- Implement activities under the Women Empowerment component as per the project work plan.
- Strengthen coordination and liaison with ICDS, the Health Department, community health workers, local CBOs, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Support the refurbishment of Anganwadis as part of the Pink Smile Project.
- Maintain timely and accurate reporting in prescribed formats and ensure proper documentation of field activities.
- Carry out any other responsibilities assigned by the supervisor for effective project implementation.
- Support to strengthen linkages with concerned Govt. Dept. /community health workers/ local CBOs / other stakeholders.
- Ensure timely reporting as per required formats.
- Any other responsibilities assigned by the Supervisor
Qualification and Experience:
- Master’s degree in (Social Work/Sociology/ Psychology) from a recognized institution.
- 2-5 years of experience in community health or similar healthcare settings is preferred.
- Experience in maternal and child health is an advantage.
- Prior experience in community health programmes or maternal and child health initiatives is desirable
- Experience in government liaison, especially with ICDS and the Health Department, will be an added advantage.
- Knowledge of Technology and good reporting Skills (Basic Computer Skills, for creating reports, maintaining field data and formats good communication skills in English language for the community, and basic English for the documentation will be given preference.
- Field-level project implementation experience and the ability to work closely with community stakeholders will support effective performance in this role.
Competencies:
- Energy and Enthusiasm: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; sustaining long work hours when necessary; operating with vigour, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time.
- Planning and organizing: Establishing courses of action forself and othersto ensure that work is completed efficiently.
- Contributes to Team Performance: Is an engaged and integral member of a group, recognizing the need for group collaboration, empathy, consensual decision-making, and respect for others.
- Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message. Able to give and take during a conversation in a balanced way, listening as well as speaking at appropriate intervals.
- Initiating action: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goal beyond what is required; being proactive.
