Job opportunities:
Solidarity and Action Against the HIV Infection in India (SAATHII)
Job designation : State Program Manager (State Level Position)
Project : GC-7 - HIV – Intervention with incarcerated population in Prison and Other closed settings (P&OCS)
Job Code : SAATHII/SUTNKL - P&OCS /SPM/0226/685
Location : Chennai
Date of Issue : 23-02-2026
Closing Date : 04-03-2026
About Organization: Solidarity and Action against the HIV Infection in India (SAATHII), a registered non-profit organization, was founded with a vision for universal access to healthcare, justice, and social welfare for socio-economically marginalized women and children, communities impacted by the HIV/AIDS and TB epidemics, and groups marginalized on account of their sexuality and/or gender identity in India. Headquartered in Chennai, with branch offices in different states, PR works towards universal access through information dissemination, networking, operational research, advocacy, training, and other technical assistance.
SAATHII has zero-tolerance towards harassment (whether sexual or non-sexual) or any form of abuse, including – but not limited to – harassment and violence targeted at children and women, PLHIV, gender non-conforming persons and member of the LGBTIQA+ communities.
About Project: SAATHII is selected as the Principal Recipient (PR) to implement the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria (GFATM) supported HIV and TB projects for 2024-27. The project, guided by the National AIDS Control Organization (NACO), will expand the new model (CSC 2.0) of a comprehensive continuum of care, from prevention to treatment which includes Care and Support Centers Elimination of Vertical Transmission of HIV and Syphilis (EVTHS), Prison and Other closed settings, HIV interventions among incarcerated populations, Community System Strengthening (CSS), and the Red Ribbon Bus (RRB)Campaign in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
The position is for immediate employment
Position Summary: SAATHII is looking to recruit a State Program Manager (SPM) to oversee its programs across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, with the position based in Chennai. The SPM will be responsible for the overall implementation and management of the GFATM-supported CSC 2.0 project in these regions. Ideal candidates should possess strong experience in program implementation, along with technical expertise in HIV/AIDS, TB, STIs, and Viral Hepatitis, particularly in the context of working with people living with HIV (PLHIV) and High-Risk Groups.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The State Project Manager (SPM) P&OCS will report to the Senior Manager (SM) and will be responsible for the following:
The State Project Manager (SPM) P&OCS will be based at the SACS office or SR office and report to the Senior Manager and the nodal person of the respective SACS office(s). The SPM P&OCS will be responsible for
• Supporting the SM in the oversight of the grant at the SR level for the Prison and Other Closed Settings (P&OCS) and Community Systems Strengthening (CSS) components.
• Ensure timely recruitment of the SR team based on the requirements.
• Support the Prison Coordinators (PC) in preparing quarterly and monthly plans.
• Ensure the PC are able to implement the project as per the program's logical framework, and SOP and are able to achieve the region-specific outputs and outcomes of P&OCS and CSS components.
• Guide the PCs on implementation strategies, and regularly conduct data driven review meetings to track program progress.
• Coordinate with SACS, STO, and NVHCP, to ensure HIV, STI, and TB testing and treatment services for prisons and OCS inmates and ensure uninterrupted supply of testing kits and other consumables.
• Coordinate with relevant authorities towards establishing F-ICTC, LAC, and S-OST (as per requirement) inside prisons.
• Coordinate with the SJE/WCD departments and prisons to establish Drug de-addiction Centres inside prisons with large numbers of drug-dependent inmates.
• Work in close coordination with the Principal Recipient (PR) team members and ensure adherence to program, organization, and donor compliances.
• Coordinate and advocate with various stakeholders at the state and district levels (SACS, NHM, other government departments, partner CBO/NGOs, networks). Manage stakeholders through continuous interaction with the leadership of SACS, NHM, Prison department, and other government departments.
• Provide mentoring and monitoring support to the PCs through Supportive Monitoring Visits (SMV).
• Visit various P&OCS to review the quality of services provided to the beneficiaries.
• Development of need-based tools and IEC materials.
• Set up State Oversight Committee (SOC), District Oversight Committee (DOC) and District Community Resource Groups (D-CRG) and ensure their regular meetings at the state and district levels.
• Support in the formation of State Level Networks for various Key Populations (MSM, TG, and FSW) In coordination with SACS.
• Ensure the training of Community Champions (CC), and support Community Champions in conducting Community Led Monitoring (CLM).
• Develop and finalize high-quality programmatic, and financial reports and ensure timely submission from state(s) to SACS, NHM, and PR.
• Represent the program at the state level and, where needed, at national level forums.
• Any other responsibility as relevant to project implementation assigned by immediate supervisor.
Qualifications, Experience and Skill-set:
1. Postgraduate in Public health, social work, sociology, psychology, management or its equivalent with at least 5 to 6 years of relevant experience in health and development sector
2. Understanding of the national HIV program is essential
3. Experience of working on HIV projects with in-depth technical knowledge of HIV prevention, care, support, and treatment services
4. Proven ability at managing state level complex projects with tight deadlines and ambitious targets
5. Ability to manage multiple partners, and engage with stakeholders from various sectors of government, civil society, and communities at national to sub-district levels
6. Proven track record of being a successful mentor to individuals, teams, and organizations
7. Demonstrated experience in conducting and managing training for healthcare providers.
8. Familiarity with M&E and research, and experience using M&E data in program management
9. Proven experience preparing budgets, and expenditure analysis
10. Sound computer skills, including use of the Internet, MS Office™ software, and data analytics
11. Proven ability to develop high-level technical reports and ensure timely submission to donors and stakeholders
12. Excellent oral and written communication in English and the regional language is preferred
13. Ability to work independently and as a team player in a complex multicultural environment
14. Willingness to be based in the location they are applying for and work from office, and travel extensively to project implementation states (12-15 days/month), and willingness to work beyond standard hours and / or on holidays based on project requirements.
Please note that we can communicate only with shortlisted candidates at every stage of the selection process.
Remuneration: The salary offered for the position is Rs 50000 /- commensurate to last drawn CTC, experience, and relevant skills and knowledge.
To apply: Please submit a comprehensive CV in English with a supporting cover letter, including the names of three references (including a current or most recent employer), as well as expected salary, last salary earned, and required notice period.
Candidates are requested to fill and paste the below details in 1st page of the Resume.
1. Name
2. Age
3. Highest Qualification
4. Relevant Experience (Years)
5. Present Location
6. Preferred Location
7. Present CTC (all-inclusive)
8. Expected CTC
9. Notice Period
10. Mobile Number
Send applications to jobs@saathii.org specifying the Job Title and Job Code.
SAATHII seeks qualified and experienced applicants who can work in a multicultural environment with diverse teams comprised of people of diverse religious and language backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. SAATHII is a secular institution working to create an environment of zero tolerance for prejudice based on religion, caste/community, gender, sexuality, and gender expression. Qualified applicants who are HIV-affected, women, and/or belonging to sexual/gender minority populations are encouraged to apply.
Please send both the CV and Cover Letter as attachments only and avoid writing the Cover Letter in the mail body.