Director/VP/SVP - Health, Nutrition & WASH

About the role:

This pivotal role combines strategic leadership, project management, and business development responsibilities. The incumbent will be responsible to drive innovation and growth in our partner's Health, Nutrition & WASH portfolio, identifying cutting-edge ideas and cultivating strategic partnerships. S/He will also lead on some of the existing and upcoming projects in the space of Health Systems Strengthening, RMHCH+A, SRH, Health Financing, etc.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Project Management

1. Provide visionary leadership to ensure programmatic excellence and financial integrity across projects
2. Develop and update comprehensive work plans aligned with beneficiary needs, government priorities, and donor requirements
3. Ensure compliance with funder policies (USAID, World Bank, ADB, etc.).
4. Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, including funding agencies, Ministry of Health, and implementing partners
5. Oversee project budgets, financial operations, and resource allocation

Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance

1. Guide the design, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based interventions
2. Ensure technical quality and sustainability of all project activities
3. Lead the development of robust monitoring, evaluation, and learning frameworks
4. Review and contribute to technical reports, publications, and knowledge products

Team Leadership & Mentorship

1. Build, lead, and mentor high-performing teams
2. Streamline team efforts to achieve rapid and sustainable results
3. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement

Business Development & Partnerships

1. Identify trendsetting ideas in health, nutrition, and WASH sectors
2. Cultivate and strengthen relationships with donors, partners, and key stakeholders
3. Lead proposal development for complex, large-scale bids
4. Collaborate with technical experts to identify new business opportunities
5. Enhance brand and reputation in the health and development sector

Qualifications:

1. Advanced degree in Public Health, International Development, or related field
2. 15+ years of experience in leadership roles within international development, with a focus
3. on health programs
4. Proven track record in managing large-scale USAID-funded projects
5. Expert knowledge of sexual and reproductive health, family planning, and WASH
6. programming
7. Strong financial management and business development skills
8. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
9. Willingness to travel frequently within India