Invest India - Vice President - One District One Product

Vice President - One District One Product

Role Description:

Responsible for leading the strategic direction, execution, and expansion of the ODOP initiative, aimed at fostering balanced regional development across India by promoting unique district - level products. This role involves strategic oversight, collaboration with diverse stakeholders-including governments, industry, and local communities, and the development of innovative market expansion strategies.

Key Stakeholders:

- Liase with Central and State Governments for accessing resources, navigating regulatory environments, and implementing policies that favor the initiative's objectives.

- Liase with industry associations and trade bodies to gain insights into market trends, challenges, and opportunities in various sectors.

- Liase with educational and research institutions to support skill development and training programs.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

- Lead the vision and strategic direction for the ODOP initiative, ensuring alignment with national development goals and balanced regional growth.

- Seamlessly integrate ODOP strategies with national and state policies, ensuring the initiative supports broader economic development objectives.

Stakeholder Engagement:

- Foster high-level relationships with Central and State Governments, Industry Associations, e-Commerce giants, and international trade bodies to synergize efforts towards enhancing production and market reach.

- Establish a robust feedback loop with stakeholders to continuously refine and improve ODOP strategies based on ground-level insights and challenges.

Brand and Market Development:

- Drive the development of innovative branding and marketing strategies to enhance market access and visibility of district-centric products.

- Identify potential products aligned with district's strength.

- Technology and Innovation Partnership:

- Engage with leading technology firms and startups to integrate advanced solutions that enhance traditional production methods, ensuring global competitiveness.

Advanced Market Analysis:

- Lead the efforts for comprehensive market research to identify export opportunities and markets for ODOP products.

- Strategize the positioning of ODOP products by performing detailed analysis of competitors in target markets.

Entrepreneurship and Economic Development:

- Develop programs to boost startups and SMEs within the ODOP framework that include providing training and mentorship to entrepreneurs.

- Assess the economic impact of the ODOP initiative on local communities, using findings to refine

approaches and maximize socioeconomic benefits.

Empowering Stakeholders:

- Lead efforts for collaboration with state/ district stakeholders.

- Provide strategic insights into the challenges faced by artisans, farmers, traders, producers, and corporates within the ODOP framework.

Role Objectives:

- Strategic Partnership and Collaboration: To foster collaboration across various sectors and stakeholders, enhancing the initiative's impact.

- Market Expansion and Brand Development: To position district-centric products favorably in national and international markets through strategic branding and marketing.

- Strategic Planning: Drive strategic planning initiatives, aligning long-term goals with stakeholder expectations. Mentor and guide team members in strategic planning and execution.

Role Competencies:

- Strategic Leadership: Proficiency in leading large-scale initiatives with a focus on regional development and trade.

- Stakeholder Management: Exceptional skills in engaging with high-level stakeholders and fostering partnerships.

- Brand Development: Strong analytical capabilities and creativity in branding and market expansion strategies.

- Innovation and Technology Partnership: Ability to integrate technology and innovation for enhancing traditional production methods.

- Policy Analysis and Advisory: Competence in understanding and navigating the policy landscape affecting regional development and trade.

Preferred Experience & Background:

- Professional with more than 15 - 30 years of experience in industrial design firms, supply chain conglomerates, trade bodies/associations, or government interface roles.

- Demonstrated ability to formulate and execute visionary strategies, leveraging extensive industry experience.

- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging with high-level stakeholders and representing the initiative on national and international platforms.

- Strong analytical capabilities with a data-driven approach to decision-making and strategy formulation.

- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.

- Educational Qualifications: Master's or higher degree in Business Administration, or, Economics, or a related field, preferably from reputed institution.