Project Manager – Palliative Care

Position: Project Manager – Palliative Care

Programme: Community-Based Palliative and Supportive Care for Elderly
Reporting to: Mission Head – Health / Deputy Director- Mission Health

HelpAge India is a secular, not-for-profit organisation in India, registered under the Societies Registration Act of 1860. Set up in 1978, the organisation works for the cause and care of disadvantaged older persons to improve their quality of life. It runs healthcare, agecare, livelihood, disaster response and awareness initiatives throughout the country & advocates strongly for the elder cause. It became the first and only Indian organization to be honoured with the UN Population Award 2020 for its exemplary work in the field of ageing and population issues, and earlier in 2014, has been the recipient of Vayoshreshtha Samman by Government of India, as an institution working for senior citizens. We have been awarded highest CRISIL VO 1A grading for excellence in operations and high credibility. We have been recognized as a Great Place to Work.

Role Purpose

To lead, manage, and ensure effective implementation of the Community-Based Palliative Care Project by overseeing program operations, partnerships, team performance, and quality service delivery, ensuring improved access to palliative care for elderly patients with life-limiting illnesses.

Key Responsibilities

1. Programme Management & Implementation

• Lead overall planning, execution, and monitoring of the palliative care project.
  
• Ensure timely rollout of services including home-based care, patient identification, and referrals.
  
• Develop micro-plans for geographic coverage, outreach, and service delivery.
  
• Ensure adherence to project timelines, deliverables, and donor requirements.
  

2. Team Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise and guide the multidisciplinary team including Medical Officer, Nurse, Physiotherapist, and Community Coordinator.
  
• Conduct regular team meetings, case reviews, and performance assessments.
  
• Support capacity building and training of project staff and volunteers.
  

3. Clinical & Service Quality Oversight

• Ensure quality standards in palliative care delivery in line with established protocols.
  
• Facilitate coordination between clinical and community teams for integrated care.
  
• Monitor patient care plans, referrals, and follow-up mechanisms.
  

4. Monitoring, Reporting & Documentation

• Ensure accurate data collection, MIS management, and documentation.
  
• Review monthly reports, patient data, and program progress.
  
• Prepare donor reports, presentations, and review documents.
  

5. Financial & Administrative Oversight

• Monitor project budgets, expenditures, and resource utilisation.
  
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies and donor guidelines.
  
• Support procurement and logistics for project operations.
  

6. Advocacy & Program Development

• Support advocacy efforts for integration of palliative care into public health systems.
  
• Identify opportunities for program expansion and scale-up.
  
• Contribute to proposal development and strategic planning.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Master's degree in Public Health / Hospital Administration / Social Work / Healthcare Management or related field
  
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in public health or healthcare program management
  
• Experience in palliative care, oncology, geriatric care, or community health programs preferred
  
• Experience working with government health systems and NGOs
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills
  
• Excellent program planning and execution ability
  
• Good understanding of community-based healthcare delivery
  
• Strong stakeholder management and networking skills
  
• Data-driven decision-making and reporting skills
  
• Compassionate and patient-centred approach
  
• Ability to work in field-based, dynamic environments
  

Disclaimer: The Job Description above is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

HelpAge India is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without prejudice to caste, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

HelpAge India is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity. For more information, visit www.helpageindia.org . Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Interested candidates may apply within 15 days of this advertisement, with a cover /motivation letter, and CV at [Confidential Information]; along with details of last salary drawn, expected salary, and three professional referees.

Due to the urgency of the position, interviews may be scheduled even before the closure of the advertisement. Hence, interested candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest. Please note that we will not be able to notify all applicants. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified about the interview date.