Senior Manager/ Associate Director - Digital Health
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
WJCF is an Indian non-profit organization established in 2007, dedicated to saving lives by reducing the burden of disease and strengthening government-owned, high-quality health systems. The organization operates across India, collaborating with various stakeholders including the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and State Departments of Health. WJCF employs a diverse team of professionals from public health, analytics, consulting, healthcare, and academia, all committed to improving health outcomes. The organization has a strong presence in 19 states and union territories, focusing on various health issues such as hepatitis, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and maternal health, among others. WJCF's mission is supported by partnerships with international and domestic donors, including an affiliation with the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI).
Job Overview:
The Senior Manager/ Associate Director will lead WJCF's Digital Health portfolio in India, reporting to the Director of Digital Health, Health Financing, and New Initiatives. This role is pivotal in shaping the direction of WJCF's digital health initiatives, particularly in the context of India's evolving digital health landscape and the integration of artificial intelligence in healthcare. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining strategic priorities, identifying funding opportunities, and building partnerships that enhance WJCF's credibility and effectiveness in delivering impactful health solutions. The position requires a blend of strategic thinking and operational execution, with a focus on business development and program delivery.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in public health, public policy, management, engineering, economics, or a closely related field. A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience is required, with a strong background in digital health, health systems strengthening, or technology-enabled public programs in India. Proven experience in business development, including authorship of funding proposals and direct engagement with donors, is essential. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to lead large-scale programs and manage multi-disciplinary teams, as well as have experience working with government counterparts at national and state levels.
Educational Background:
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in public health, public policy, management, engineering, economics, or a closely related field is required for this position. The educational background should provide a solid foundation for understanding public health systems and the complexities of digital health initiatives.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience, particularly in digital health, health systems strengthening, or technology-enabled public programs in India. Candidates should have a strong record in business development and experience managing large, multi-state or multi-site programs, demonstrating the ability to oversee work plans, budgets, and delivery against milestones.
Languages:
Fluency in English and Hindi is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, but English and Hindi are essential for effective communication within the organization and with stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
This is a full-time position based in New Delhi, with regular travel to project states and districts. The role offers an opportunity to shape the future of digital health and artificial intelligence in India, with a focus on improving health outcomes. The level of the position will be determined based on the successful candidate's experience. The application deadline is set for 27th November, 2026.
WJCF is an Indian non-profit organization established in 2007, dedicated to saving lives by reducing the burden of disease and strengthening government-owned, high-quality health systems. The organization operates across India, collaborating with various stakeholders including the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and State Departments of Health. WJCF employs a diverse team of professionals from public health, analytics, consulting, healthcare, and academia, all committed to improving health outcomes. The organization has a strong presence in 19 states and union territories, focusing on various health issues such as hepatitis, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and maternal health, among others. WJCF's mission is supported by partnerships with international and domestic donors, including an affiliation with the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI).
Job Overview:
The Senior Manager/ Associate Director will lead WJCF's Digital Health portfolio in India, reporting to the Director of Digital Health, Health Financing, and New Initiatives. This role is pivotal in shaping the direction of WJCF's digital health initiatives, particularly in the context of India's evolving digital health landscape and the integration of artificial intelligence in healthcare. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining strategic priorities, identifying funding opportunities, and building partnerships that enhance WJCF's credibility and effectiveness in delivering impactful health solutions. The position requires a blend of strategic thinking and operational execution, with a focus on business development and program delivery.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Set the strategic direction for WJCF's Digital Health portfolio, focusing on emerging areas such as artificial intelligence in healthcare.
- Design new program concepts based on government priorities and donor interests.
- Represent WJCF externally with government, donors, and technology partners.
- Map the donor landscape and cultivate funding opportunities.
- Lead the development of funding proposals and manage relationships with donors.
- Oversee the programmatic outcomes agenda, particularly in relation to the national tuberculosis program.
- Convert field evidence into national-level influence through analyses and policy briefs.
- Support the establishment of the Health Analytics and AI Unit at the NHA.
- Manage and mentor a multi-disciplinary team across various locations. 1
- Ensure compliance with health data governance and privacy regulations. 1
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned by WJCF leadership.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in public health, public policy, management, engineering, economics, or a closely related field. A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience is required, with a strong background in digital health, health systems strengthening, or technology-enabled public programs in India. Proven experience in business development, including authorship of funding proposals and direct engagement with donors, is essential. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to lead large-scale programs and manage multi-disciplinary teams, as well as have experience working with government counterparts at national and state levels.
Educational Background:
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in public health, public policy, management, engineering, economics, or a closely related field is required for this position. The educational background should provide a solid foundation for understanding public health systems and the complexities of digital health initiatives.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience, particularly in digital health, health systems strengthening, or technology-enabled public programs in India. Candidates should have a strong record in business development and experience managing large, multi-state or multi-site programs, demonstrating the ability to oversee work plans, budgets, and delivery against milestones.
Languages:
Fluency in English and Hindi is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, but English and Hindi are essential for effective communication within the organization and with stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
This is a full-time position based in New Delhi, with regular travel to project states and districts. The role offers an opportunity to shape the future of digital health and artificial intelligence in India, with a focus on improving health outcomes. The level of the position will be determined based on the successful candidate's experience. The application deadline is set for 27th November, 2026.
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