District Manager

We are looking for an experienced and results-oriented District Manager to lead the planning, implementation, and monitoring of our community health project in District Okara. The successful candidate will oversee field teams, manage relationships with government departments and local stakeholders, and ensure the project meets its targets while maintaining quality, accountability, and respect for community needs.

Key Responsibilities

Program Management:
Lead the implementation of Family Planning activities in the district according to approved work plans, budgets, and timelines. Develop annual and quarterly district-level work plans to ensure activities align with project targets. Maintain high-quality service delivery in accordance with national family planning guidelines, client rights, and informed choice principles. Proactively identify challenges in implementation and develop practical solutions to address them.

Team Leadership:
Supervise and support district staff, including field supervisors, community mobilizers, and Lady Health Workers or community health workers where applicable. Conduct regular field visits, performance evaluations, and provide supportive supervision. Foster a respectful, accountable, and motivated team environment.

Stakeholder Coordination:
Build and maintain strong working relationships with the District Health Authority, Population Welfare Department, LHW Program, health facilities, and local partners. Represent the organization in district-level meetings, coordination forums, and technical working groups. Engage community leaders, religious scholars, and local influencers to promote awareness and acceptance of family planning services.

Monitoring, Reporting & Compliance:
Ensure accurate and timely data collection and reporting, using data effectively for decision-making. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual progress reports for management and donors. Monitor the district budget and ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and safeguarding standards.

Community Engagement & Advocacy:
Oversee community awareness sessions and behavior change communication activities. Support advocacy efforts aimed at strengthening family planning services at the district level.

Required Qualifications

A minimum of 16 years of education in Public Health, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Population Sciences, or a related field is required. Candidates must have at least five years of managerial experience with a proven track record of leading teams. Demonstrated experience managing community health projects, preferably within NGOs, INGOs, or donor-funded programs, is essential. Strong knowledge of family planning, including contraceptive methods, counseling, informed choice, and national FP guidelines, is mandatory. Experience working with government health and population welfare departments is also required. Familiarity with project monitoring, data management, and donor reporting is expected.

Preferred Skills

Strong leadership, team management, and problem-solving abilities are critical. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills are necessary. Candidates should have good report writing skills in English and be fluent in Urdu and Punjabi. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required; experience with DHIS2 or other health information systems is an advantage. Cultural sensitivity and the ability to discuss reproductive health topics respectfully within the local context are important. The role requires willingness to travel extensively within District Okara.

This is a full-time, in-person position based in District Okara.

Application Questions

Applicants will be asked to briefly describe a health project they managed, including their role and key results. They must confirm willingness to undergo background and reference checks, including contact with previous employers. Candidates will also be asked if they have ever been dismissed or asked to resign due to misconduct, with an explanation if applicable.