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Field Program Coordinator

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TITLE: Field Program Coordinator
NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1 (One)
LOCATION: Ranchi (Jharkhand)
DEPARTMENT: Programs REPORTS
TO: Manager - Program Implementation
SUPERVISES: None Salary
Band: F
CATEGORY: Program Operations
Email ID: careers@psi.org.in

Introduction
- Brief overview of the importance of family planning in improving reproductive and sexual health.
- Introduction to the role of community health workers (CHWs) in promoting family planning services, with a focus on ASHA and ANM in urban areas.
- Importance of empowering CHWs to enhance family planning advocacy and service delivery.
Challenges in Urban Family Planning
- Discussion on the unique challenges faced in delivering family planning services in urban areas.
- Limited access to healthcare facilities and services.
- Socio-cultural barriers and misconceptions about family planning.
- Importance of tailored strategies for urban populations.
Role of Community Health Workers
- Overview of the roles and responsibilities of ASHA and ANM in promoting family planning.
- Their significance in bridging the gap between communities and formal healthcare systems.
- Discussion on the potential of CHWs to drive demand for family planning services.
Strategies for Empowering CHWs
- Training and capacity-building initiatives for CHWs to enhance their knowledge and skills in family planning counseling and service provision.
- Leveraging technology for better data management and communication among CHWs and healthcare facilities.
- Strengthening collaboration between CHWs, public health facilities, and private sector providers.
Engagement with Public and Private Sectors
- Importance of fostering partnerships between CHWs and both public and private healthcare sectors.
- Facilitating referrals and ensuring seamless integration of family planning services across different healthcare settings.
- Addressing challenges related to quality of care and accessibility in private sector engagement.
Community Engagement and Demand Generation
- Strategies for community engagement and mobilization to increase awareness and demand for family planning services.
- Importance of culturally sensitive approaches and tailored messaging.
- Involvement of community leaders and influencers in advocacy efforts.
Monitoring and Evaluation
- Importance of robust monitoring and evaluation systems to track the performance of CHWs in family planning advocacy and service delivery.
- Utilization of data for informed decision-making and program improvement.
Conclusion
Recap of the key points discussed.
Emphasis on the critical role of CHWs in promoting family planning in urban areas.
Call to action for stakeholders to invest in empowering CHWs and strengthening family planning services for urban populations.