Program Manager

Job Posting Organization:
The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization founded in 2002, dedicated to saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries. CHAI operates at the invitation of governments, collaborating with the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems. Initially focused on the HIV/AIDS epidemic, CHAI has expanded its mission to include a wide range of health issues, including infectious diseases like COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis, as well as non-communicable diseases such as cancer and diabetes. The organization emphasizes sustainable impact and government-led solutions, with a presence in multiple countries and a diverse team of professionals. In India, CHAI collaborates with the William J Clinton Foundation (WJCF) to improve health outcomes through various initiatives, working closely with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

Job Overview:
The position of Program Manager involves leading advocacy and communications efforts for the National Polio Surveillance Project (NPSP) and the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) in India. The role requires a self-driven individual with a blend of technical capabilities, excellent communication skills, and critical thinking abilities. The Program Manager will be responsible for developing strategic roadmaps, implementation guidelines, and monitoring progress against a developed evaluation framework. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring alignment with national government and donor priorities, facilitating the transition of VPD surveillance functions, and enhancing the capacity of IDSP-NCDC. The Program Manager will also engage with multiple stakeholders, including government ministries and development partners, to secure visibility and collaboration for the project.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Program Manager will be tasked with the following responsibilities:

• Develop strategic roadmaps and implementation guidelines to facilitate the transition process of VPD surveillance.
• Provide strategic and analytical support to program work streams, identifying high-impact areas of intervention.
• Lead the design and implementation of processes for data collection, management, and review to monitor progress.
• Coordinate and monitor programmatic activities, engaging with state government health leadership and ministerial nodes.
• Support the curation of financial management plans for optimized resource allocation.
• Identify risks and challenges to implementation and develop mitigation strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with government stakeholders and development partners.
• Develop presentations and reports for stakeholders, synthesizing key learnings and disseminating information.
• Support additional responsibilities as requested by program leadership.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's or Postgraduate/master’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of work experience in fast-paced environments. Experience in management, healthcare consulting, development sector consulting, or public health strategy roles is preferred. Exceptional analytical and communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential. Candidates should demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, an entrepreneurial mindset, and the capacity to work independently in a multicultural environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word is required, along with the ability to handle multiple tasks and synthesize complex information.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor's or Postgraduate/master’s degree. Candidates should have a strong foundation in fields related to public health, management, or a similar area, complemented by relevant work experience in the health sector or consulting.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 2 years of work experience in fast-paced environments, with a preference for candidates who have experience in management, healthcare consulting, or public health strategy roles. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of working effectively in diverse and challenging environments, demonstrating the ability to handle ambiguity and solve problems.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is likely essential given the nature of the role and the need for communication with various stakeholders. Knowledge of local languages may be beneficial for engaging with community members and local government officials.

Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and involves frequent travel within and outside the program geography in India. The role is expected to contribute significantly to the transition of VPD surveillance functions and enhance the capacity of the IDSP-NCDC. The last date to apply for this position is 30th November 2025.