The Program Director is part of the senior management team and will lead one of their key programs of the organisation. He/she will work closely with the CEO and the leadership team to develop strategies and drive the implementation of various initiatives.

The position requires a candidate with proven leadership and general management experience, preferably in managing a public health issue.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - 

- Lead the development, planning and execution of the different projects

- Develop, manage and retain relationships at the highest levels within the State government, implementation partner agencies, vendors, service providers, donor(s) and such;

- Take charge of day to day coordination with government agencies, vendors and partners;

- Establish and implement protocols and tools for project evaluation and measurement;

- Strictly ensure budgetary and reporting compliances;

- Aggressively pursue areas of weakness in the project to transform them into areas of strength;

- Represent the organization and the initiative at external events, conferences and workshops;

- Provide leadership to the project team and ensure optimal staffing of the project by owning recruitment for additional resources, as and when needed

SKILLS

- Strong ability to cultivate and manage partnerships with multiple stakeholders across business, government and non-profit sectors;

- Proven leadership to complex multilateral initiatives

- Proven project management skills including budgeting and financial management;

- Strong ability to manage diverse teams;

- Strong understanding of the functioning of business, government and the non-profit sectors in India;

- Strong ability to manage vendors and project partners in an unbiased and professional manner;

- Strong eye for detail;

- Willingness to travel across India and internationally

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 10+ years of work experience in project and partnership management preferred. Experience with CSR projects preferred.

- Education: Master's degree in public health, public policy, social service or equivalent programs from a top-tier institution preferred. Bachelor's degree candidates with relevant experience may also apply.

- Excellent oral and written communication skills in Hindi, English and Marathi.

COMPENSATION: Highly competitive and commensurate with skills and experience.

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