District Focal Person full-time
Kailali Posted Aug 6, 2026 Apply by Nov 6, 2026

Quick Overview

  • CategoryOther Opportunities
  • LocationDhangadi
  • Job TypeFull Time
  • EducationBachelor's degree
  • Deadline2026-11-06

Job Description

Position

District Focal Person (DFP)

Number of Positions

7 (One per designated district)

Duty Stations

Morang, Dhanusha, Kathmandu, Kailali, Rupandehi, Nawalparasi-East, and Surkhet.

Compensation & Benefits

In accordance with the organization’s Human Resources policy.

Contract Duration: Up to July 15, 2027, with potential for extension based on performance, funding availability, and project needs.

Position Overview

The District Focal Person (DFP) will lead the implementation of the Community-Led Monitoring (CLM) for Tuberculosis (TB) initiative at the district level. This role is pivotal in strengthening TB service delivery, enhancing health system accountability, and ensuring high-quality patient care. Under the guidance of the Team Lead and the M&E Manager, the DFP will coordinate community engagement, mobilize and supervise CLM Leaders, oversee data collection and validation, and foster strategic collaborations with local authorities, community leaders, and partner organizations.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1. Program Coordination & Field Implementation

Execute district-level project activities in strict adherence to CLM guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), the CLM Toolkit, and the project’s logical framework.

Ensure all field operations meet established quality standards and contribute to the project’s overall objectives.

2. Community & Stakeholder Engagement

Cultivate and strengthen partnerships with community leaders, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), and Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) focused on TB to foster synergies and amplify impact.

3. Training, Mentorship, & Technical Support

Conduct field-level orientations and provide ongoing technical mentorship to CLM Leaders.

Guide CLM Leaders in administering User Feedback Forms (UFF).

Facilitate and conduct Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs).

Support activities related to active TB case finding, contact tracing, and tracking of initial loss-to-follow-up cases.

4. Data Quality & Management

Supervise the collection of field data to ensure its completeness, accuracy, timeliness, and strict confidentiality.

Oversee data cleaning and validation processes to guarantee the overall integrity and quality of all collected information.

5. Supervision & Facilitation

Oversee all district-level activities and conduct frequent field monitoring visits to support and guide CLM Leaders.

Serve as the primary liaison between CLM Leaders, health facility staff, and district health management teams to facilitate seamless access to service delivery points.

6. Reporting & Documentation

Prepare and submit comprehensive quantitative and qualitative reports, as well as detailed work plans, to the Team Lead and M&E Manager.

Maintain accurate documentation of all activities and ensure timely submission of project deliverables, while performing other duties as assigned.

Key Working Relationships

Direct Supervisors

Project Manager, Team Lead and M&E Manager

Internal Collaborators

CLM Leaders and the broader project team.

External Collaborators: District Health Offices, community leaders, TB-focused CBOs, local health facilities, and individuals and communities affected by TB.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

A Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field. Experience:

Exprience

Demonstrated experience in community mobilization, field-level project implementation, monitoring, and health service coordination.

Prior experience working in TB services or disease-specific community health programs is a significant advantage.

Desired Skills & Competencies

Strong understanding of the needs and challenges faced by key vulnerable populations and TB-affected communities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and general computer literacy.

Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.

Demonstrated ability to work respectfully and effectively with individuals of all gender, race, and ethnicities in diverse community settings.

A strong commitment to working in the assigned district.

Application submission deadline

26th August 2026 no later than 5:00 PM

Please submit your application, including a resume/CV and cover letter, mentioning the applied district and position in the subject of the email to [email protected]. We will prioritize applicants who reside locally within the district. TB survivors are highly encouraged to apply for all above-mentioned positions.

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