The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) India, is an independent humanitarian and development agency, engaging in sustainable development and disaster response programs for economically deprived and socially marginalized people in India.  ADRA India is a part of the ADRA global network (www.adra.org), of humanitarian and development organisation. ADRA’s nine global impact areas include Livelihood, agriculture, Child welfare, Water, Sanitation & Hygiene, Community Health, Disaster Response, Economic Growth, Hunger & Nutrition, Social Justice and Gender Equity. ADRA India has developed its expertise within this framework under the thematic areas of humanitarian response and protection, empowered communities, health and nutrition, and their various subsectors and country-specific approaches

Position Summary

Based at the Block level, the Block cum cluster Coordinator will work under the guidance of the District Coordinator and will be responsible for implementation of project activities in the assigned Blocks with specific focus on assigned ASHA areas. Key responsibilities include strengthening of Vaccine Avoidance Behaviour Programme, participation in review meetings with key stakeholders including Medical Health Officer In charge (MOIC) Block Program Managers (BPM), SMNet team for identifying challenges and progress to reach the zero-dose cohort, capacity building of Frontline Workers, Block Response Team and community influencers as well as documentation and data management of project activities undertaken in the Blocks. In addition to block level responsibilities block cum cluster coordinator will also accountable for selected ASHA areas in pre-assigned sub health centres of the assigned block. Key deliverables from ASHA areas include mapping of intervention areas to identify VAB, zero-dose children, understand reasons for vaccine avoidance, facilitate registration of zero dose children, drop out and missed children through UWIN. Block cum cluster Coordinator will also identify community influencers and engage them for community mobilization in allocated geographies.

Block Coordinator will supervise a team of Cluster Coordinators.

 

Position: Block Coordinator

Number of Positions: 141

Locations: Jaunpur, Bareilly, Kheri, Shahjahanpur, Badaun, Azamgarh, Unnao, Fatehpur, Pilibhit, Sitapur, Ballia, Raebareli, Ghazipur, Kaushambi, Chandauli

Availability: Immediately

 

Application Submission Procedure 

Applications will be accepted only if the email subject line is exactly as specified below. 

Example:

• If you are applying for Jaunpur, the subject line must be:
  Block Coordinator ABC01
• If you are applying for Bareilly, the subject line must be:
  Block Coordinator ABC02

Please copy the exact subject line code provided below for the respective location

Location	Email Subject Line Code – Block Coordinator
Jaunpur	Block Coordinator ABC01
Bareilly	Block Coordinator ABC02
Kheri	Block Coordinator ABC03
Shahjahanpur	Block Coordinator ABC04
Badaun	Block Coordinator ABC05
Azamgarh	Block Coordinator ABC06
Unnao	Block Coordinator ABC07
Fatehpur	Block Coordinator ABC08
Pilibhit	Block Coordinator ABC09
Sitapur	Block Coordinator ABC10
Ballia	Block Coordinator ABC11
Raebareli	Block Coordinator ABC12
Ghazipur	Block Coordinator ABC13
Kaushambi	Block Coordinator ABC14
Chandauli	Block Coordinator ABC15

 

Important notes:

• You may apply for only one location; however, you can indicate up to three preferred locations at the time of the interview.
• Applications submitted for multiple locations will be rejected.
• Only CVs with the correct subject line will be considered.

 

Key responsibilities- 

Planning

• Develop and implement monthly mobilization-plans for immunization of VAB/Zero Dose and missed children.
• Ensure alignment of CSO activities with RI, and outreach session schedules.
• Work to identify the reasons for vaccination avoidance and collaborate with the District Coordinator to design strategies for effectively engaging and reaching these groups.
• Coordinate closely with the Medical Officer In-Charge (MoIC), Block Programme Manager (BPM), Block Community Process Manager (BCPM), and other block officials for smooth execution of the program and achieve program objectives.
• Participate in block-level review and convergence meetings (BWR, BTF, and TTF etc).
• Participate in monthly block/ planning unit level meetings.
• Participation in ASHA Cluster Meetings with a focus on the priority area.
• Support to the Government functionary during the MR outbreak/campaigns etc.
• If placed in Urban – strengthening urban health systems for routine immunization including Head Count Survey, area demarcation and population-based microplanning.
• Support ANM and ASHA of assigned AHSA areas in communication planning, And regular updation of communication plans.
• Capacity building and handholding of AHSHAs and ANMs for planning of coverage of zero dose and vaccine hesitant children

Coordination and Liaison

• Maintain regular coordination with the MOIC, ANMs BPM, BCPMs and other block partners.
• Represent the CSO in Block Task Force on Immunization (BTFI) meetings, Block Weekly Review Meetings and ensure CSO action points are followed up.
• Coordinate between the District/Project Coordinator and community-level CSO staff for smooth implementation.
• Engage local influencers, PRI members, and religious/community leaders for awareness and community mobilization on immunization.

Community Engagement

• Direct engagement in assigned AHSA areas
• Supervise and guide Cluster Coordinators on data collection and community mobilization.
• Facilitate household visits, verification of line lists, and follow-up of Zero Dose children.
• Conduct supportive supervision during VHNDs, outreach sessions, and community meetings.
• Promote inclusive communication strategies to reach marginalized populations (urban slums, nomadic groups, brick kiln workers, etc.).
• Liaise with PRI members, SHG leaders, religious/community influencers, and school teachers to promote immunization.
• Mobilize families during immunization Sessions and special /campaigns ( RI weeks, Intensified MI etc).
• Address myths and misconceptions around vaccination through interpersonal communication and local IEC activities and support of influencers.
• Facilitate and participate in household visits, mothers’ meetings, and community sensitization events.
• Support local CSO partners in community awareness and demand-generation activities.

Data Management & Reporting

• Support MOIC and other block level officials strengthen system for identification and reporting of vaccine hesitant families
• Ensure accurate and timely data collection and reports on VAB/Zero Dose children through prescribed formats/tools.

• Ensure submission of Monthly Report on Zero Dose MIS Portal by 3^rd of every month and ensure data accuracy MPRs before it’s submission.
• Cross verifies the uploaded CCs reports on Zero Dose MIS portal and approve it within time frame.

• Ensure the timely reporting of block/planning unit on VAB MIS
• Validate data with health staff and support data triangulation with RI, UWIN and HMIS records.
• Prepare weekly feedback, highlighting gaps, challenges, and suggestions for improvement.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, highlighting gaps, challenges, and success stories.
• Support monitoring visits and maintain documentation (meeting minutes, photos, case studies).

 

Capacity Building

• Build capacity of ASHAs, ANMs, and AWWs on the identification and tracking of VAB and Zero Dose children.
• Provide feedback and on-the-job mentoring to field staff to enhance effectiveness and accountability.
• Capacity building/sensitization of BRT team members.
• Share best practices and learning within the block and district teams.

Monitoring and Supervision

• Conduct regular field visits to assess session quality and beneficiary participation.
• Track RI session implementation against plan and support corrective actions.
• Maintain coordination with district-level officers and ensure compliance with project guidelines.

Key Deliverables / Outputs

• Improved VAB, Zero Dose coverage and reduction in missed children in assigned areas and block
• Updated VAB, Zero Dose & under-immunized child line list per block.
• Increase and sustain the VAB MIR reporting
• Monthly micro-plan and activity implementation report.
• Documentation of success stories, case studies, and field photographs.
• Monthly report submitted to District Coordinator within the defined timeline.

 

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Graduate in Social Sciences, Public Health, Rural Development, or related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in health, immunization, or community mobilization programs.
• Prior experience working with government health systems (NHM, RI, ICDS) preferred.
• Strong coordination and facilitation skills; able to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Basic computer literacy (MS Office, Excel, and mobile-based MIS reporting).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in Hindi and local dialects.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned block and work in field settings using public transport.

 

Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisors.

 

Note:

• Strong preference will be given to local candidates residing in the project districts as mentioned above.
• Preference will be given to candidates with own two-wheeler and a valid driving license.
• Women candidates are encouraged to apply.

Key Competencies:

Working with People:

Shows respect for the views and contributions of other team members; shows empathy and compassion, listens, supports, and cares for others; consults others and shares information and expertise with them and builds team spirit and reconciles conflict; adapts to the team and fits in well.

Relating and Networking:

Establishes good relationships with individuals both internally and externally; relates well to people at all levels; builds wide and effective networks of contacts.

Presenting and Communicating:

Speaks clearly and fluently; expresses opinions, information, and key points of an argument clearly.

Planning and Organizing:

Sets clearly defined objectives; plans activities and projects well in advance and takes account of possible changing circumstances; identifies and organizes resources needed to accomplish tasks; manages time effectively; monitors performance against deadlines and milestones.

Compliance Expectations:

The employee is expected, as a minimum requirement, to be familiar with:

• ADRA INDIA HR Manual
• ADRA INDIA Finance Manual
• ADRA INDIA Safety and Security Plan
• ADRA INDIA Code of Ethics
• ADRA INDIA Safeguarding Policies
• ADRA INDIA PROGRAMS and M&E policies

Safeguarding Commitment:

At ADRA, we are committed to Safeguarding and Protection of the communities, staff and other people we work with. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who can promote a working environment free from abuse or harm to anyone that works with or comes into contact with ADRA India are recruited. This post is subjected to a range of vetting checks, including a criminal records disclosure.  Background and Reference checks will be conducted, and ethics is part of the regular performance appraisals.

UN’S Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. Similarly, the term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.

As a partner ADRA’s standards are aligned with the United Nations Protocol On Allegations Of Sexual Exploitation And Abuse and relevant international standards, including the IASC (Inter-Agency Standing Committee) Minimum Operating Standards for PSEA (MOS-PSEA) and the Core Humanitarian Standard on Quality and Accountability (CHS). (ST/SGB/2003/13, 2003)

Background and Reference check

ADRA India will carry out a comprehensive background and reference check. This will encompass an evaluation of the individual’s professional conduct, safeguarding practices, and overall work ethics

How to apply?

Please apply electronically, quoting the job title on the subject line, and attaching a covering letter (include your last salary drawn) and your CV (with at least two contactable references) to Email Address: – [email protected] by 04^th January 2026. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.  Incomplete applications will not be considered for review.

ADRA India is a tobacco and alcohol-free organization. A competitive package is available for the right candidate.  Women candidates are encouraged to apply.