Job Description

Job Title: Head - Paediatric Palliative Care Services

Job Department: Paediatric Palliative Care Center (PPCC)

Job Location: Delhi

Employment Type: Fixed Term Employment (2 Years)

Reporting to: Chief Program

Officer - Medical

Travel Requirement: 20% (The candidate must be open to travel)

Organization Overview:

CanKids KidsCan is a leading organization dedicated to improving childhood cancer care in India through its YANA (You Are Not Alone) program. Operating in 58 cities across 22 states, CanKids collaborates with hospitals, medical professionals, and governments to provide comprehensive care and support to children with cancer. With two decades of impactful work, its key initiatives include Hospital Support Units (CHSUs) and Change for Childhood Cancer (CCC) State Projects, improving access and quality of care nationwide. Visit https://www.cankidsindia.org/ for more details.

Role Overview:

The Head of Paediatric Palliative Care Services will oversee the development and management of palliative care programs across India. This role involves leading a multidisciplinary team, driving innovation, and integrating palliative care into paediatric oncology and primary healthcare systems to enhance patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, oversee, and expand Paediatric palliative care programs across all Cankids Hospital Support Unit partnership projects.

• Integrate Paediatric Palliative care with Paediatric Oncology, Primary Health Care, and comprehensive Paediatric care.

• Collaborate with hospitals, NGOs, and Government bodies.

• Manage and run Subhita -India’s only standalone Paediatric Palliative centre in New Delhi.

• Lead research, innovation, and capacity building in Paediatric Palliative Care in Pan India.

• Lead a dedicated team to deliver compassionate, holistic care.

• Support Chairman in her role as IAPC central council member

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Manage the budget for the palliative care program, including resource allocation and financial planning.

• Prepare and present reports on program performance, patient outcomes, and other key metrics to senior management.

• Coordinate with external stakeholders, including insurance providers and community organizations, to support program goals.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience: 3-4 years in palliative care or related fields with leadership roles in healthcare settings.

• Skills: Clinical expertise, strong leadership, communication, organizational and problem-solving abilities.

• Education: Medical degree with a specialization in paediatric palliative care (preferred).

Key Deliverables:

• Expansion of paediatric palliative care programs and seamless integration into healthcare systems.

• Effective management of Subhita with high-quality care delivery.

• Timely reporting on program performance and financials.

• Successful stakeholder engagement and collaborations.

Salary:

Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application Process:

Interested candidates can send their CVs to recruitments@cankidsindia.org and ravigoswami@cankidsindia.org with the subject line Application for Head - Paediatric Palliative Care Services. Ensure to include a cover letter or updated CV, along with details of your current location, current CTC, expected CTC, and notice period.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

CanKids KidsCan is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applications from individuals of all gender identities, orientations, abilities, ethnicities, and socio-economic backgrounds are encouraged.

About Company

Cankids Kidscan is a registered (Registration No. : S/RS/SW/0736/2012?(13-06-2012)? non-governmental organization(NGO) working in Delhi, India. Established in the year 2012?, Cankids Kidscan works in the area of etc. The organization works towards the promotion of sustainable development.

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