Administrative Officer & Media Officer (Contract Basis)

📋 Job Description

- Contract-based recruitment for a project titled 'Healthy Food for All' (Phase-2) under the Department of Community Medicine.
- Roles include administrative coordination, research execution, data management, and media outreach for public health initiatives.
- Project duration: 7 months or until project completion, whichever is earlier.
- No permanent employment or claim to regular posts in AIIMS Rishikesh or CTFK.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- For Administrative Officer:
• Master's degree in Public Health, Hospital Administration, or a relevant field (1st Class preferred).
• 5-8 years of progressive work experience in public health or related domains.
• Ability to design and execute independent research studies or policy-centered work.
• Experience in diverse interdisciplinary environments and team guidance.
• Proficiency in data management, MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Dropbox, SPSS, Python, Advanced AI, KOBO, and Epicollect5.
• Knowledge of GFR rules, CANVA, and logistics management for national consultations.
• Hands-on experience in managing ZOOM, Workplaces, and YouTube Admin for webinar data.
• Maximum age limit: 35 years.
- For Media Officer:
• Master's degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Studies, Communication, Public Health, or related disciplines.
• Experience in Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), nutrition, hypertension, Front-of-Package Labelling (FOPL), health systems, or policy advocacy projects.
• Knowledge of India's public health system and national health programs (e.g., NP-NCD, hypertension control initiatives).
• Experience in media advocacy campaigns at state or national levels.
• Familiarity with media monitoring, analytics, and communication impact assessment.
• Ability to coordinate with professional medical associations, academic institutions, and policymakers.
• Willingness to travel for media coverage and stakeholder engagement.

🏆 Selection Process

- Selection may involve a written examination, interview, or both.
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email.
- Selected candidates must join within 5 days of result declaration.
- Employee performance will be evaluated during the contract period.
- Appointment can be terminated without prior notice if performance is unsatisfactory.

📊 Key Information

Organization	All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh
Location / State	All India
Job Location	All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand - 249203
Category Eligibility	All
Experience Required	- Administrative Officer: 5-8 years of progressive experience in public health or related fields. - Media Officer: Experience in media advocacy, public health, or related domains.
Last Date to Apply	30 July 2026

📊 AIIMS Rishikesh Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Administrative Officer	1
Media Officer	1
Total	2

📁 Required Documents

- Completely filled and signed application form (prescribed proforma).
- Self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates.
- Experience certificates with roles and duration clearly mentioned.
- Contact details of two professional references.
- Single scanned PDF file of the signed application and enclosures.

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Administrative Officer: 1 vacancy (UR category).
Media Officer: 1 vacancy (UR category).

✍️ How to Apply

Download and fill the prescribed application proforma attached with the advertisement.
Compile all required documents (educational certificates, experience certificates, references) into a single scanned PDF.
Email the signed application and enclosures to: aiims.healthyfood@gmail.com.
Subject line of the email must be: 'Application for the Post of [POST NAME]'.
Ensure the application is complete and submitted before the deadline.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the duration of the contract for the advertised positions?

A. The contract is for a period of seven months or until the completion of the project, whichever is earlier.

Q. Is the employment with AIIMS Rishikesh or CTFK permanent?

A. No, the employment is purely on a contract basis and not permanent.

Q. What are the consequences if the performance of the selected candidate is found unsatisfactory?

A. The appointment can be terminated at any time without prior notice or compensation if the performance is deemed unsatisfactory by the Principal Investigator or Nodal Officer.

Q. What is the method of recruitment for these positions?

A. The method of recruitment may include a written exam, interview, or both, as decided by the recruitment committee.

Q. Are travel allowances (TA) and dearness allowances (DA) provided for attending the interview?

A. No, no travel allowances (TA) or dearness allowances (DA) will be paid for attending the interview.