Job Description

Position Summary

As a Pediatrician and Early Intervention Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the early detection, assessment, and intervention of developmental, behavioral, and medical needs in children from birth to 8 years. The role combines medical expertise with program management to ensure children at risk of or with developmental delays receive timely, coordinated, and family-centered support.

Key Responsibilities Clinical & Medical Role

Conduct developmental screenings, growth monitoring, and well-child evaluations to identify risks and delays. Diagnose and manage pediatric health conditions that may affect child development (e.g., neurological, sensory, nutritional, or chronic illnesses). Prescribe therapeutic interventions and referrals to specialists (speech, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, psychology, audiology, etc.). Guide parents on preventive healthcare, immunization schedules, nutrition, and developmental milestones. Maintain medical records and developmental progress documentation in line with regulatory and ethical standards.

Early Intervention Management

Develop and oversee individualized early intervention plans (IEPs/IFSPs) tailored to each child's needs. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (therapists, special educators, social workers, psychologists) to ensure holistic care. Monitor intervention outcomes and adjust strategies to maximize developmental progress. Train and mentor intervention staff on child development, medical considerations, and family engagement. Build strong family partnerships--providing counseling, guidance, and empowering parents as primary caregivers in the intervention process.

Program & Administrative Responsibilities

Design and implement early intervention protocols in alignment with national/international best practices. Collaborate with government agencies, NGOs, schools, and healthcare providers to strengthen referral networks. Organize parent workshops, community awareness drives, and developmental screening camps. Ensure compliance with medical, ethical, and legal standards related to pediatric and developmental care. Track outcomes, maintain data, and prepare reports for internal monitoring, donors, or regulatory authorities.

Required Qualifications

MBBS with MD/DNB in Pediatrics (or equivalent specialization). Additional certification/training in

Developmental Pediatrics, Early Childhood Intervention, or Child Neurology

preferred. Minimum 3-5 years of pediatric clinical practice with exposure to developmental assessments. Experience in early intervention program management or working in multidisciplinary pediatric teams.

Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of child development milestones and pediatric disorders. Ability to conduct comprehensive developmental and medical assessments. Leadership and team management skills in a multidisciplinary setting. Excellent communication and counseling abilities for parents and caregivers. Program design, monitoring, and evaluation experience. Empathy, patience, and a child- and family-centered approach.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

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Work Location: In person