Manager for Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)

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Position Title: Manager for Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)
Location: India
Country: India
Deadline Date: 20 March 2025

Job Details

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 in over 40 countries and focuses on creating and sustaining high-quality health systems by working closely with governments and the private sector. Initially established to combat the HIV/AIDS epidemic, CHAI has since expanded its mission to include a wide range of health issues, including infectious diseases like COVID-19, malaria, and tuberculosis, as well as non-communicable diseases such as cancer and diabetes. The organization emphasizes sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that programs are designed to be nationally scalable and that learnings are shared globally. CHAI values its diverse team, which is comprised of individuals with various skill sets and life experiences, and is committed to investing in innovative health solutions that improve health outcomes.

Job Overview:
The position of Manager for the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) at the William J Clinton Foundation (WJCF) involves driving support to the National Health Authority (NHA) in accelerating the adoption of ABDM. This role requires the development and oversight of innovative initiatives aimed at enhancing the implementation of ABDM across various geographies in India. The Manager will coordinate closely with multiple stakeholders, including NHA leadership, donor representatives, and ecosystem partners, while managing a multi-disciplinary team across four to five states. The successful candidate will be expected to refine WJCF’s strategy towards ABDM adoption, explore innovative outreach methods to engage healthcare professionals and seekers, and develop strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of ABDM. This role is pivotal in influencing the digital health landscape in India and requires a dynamic individual with leadership experience and a commitment to excellence.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities of the Manager include refining WJCF’s overall strategy towards ABDM adoption, developing operational plans for execution, and identifying opportunities to maximize impact. The Manager will explore innovative outreach methods to engage healthcare professionals and seekers, develop collaborative relationships with stakeholders, and work closely with program leads and government officials to identify solutions for driving ABDM adoption. Additionally, the Manager will identify potential partners for implementing solutions, manage teams for executing planned interventions, develop a monitoring framework for capturing impact, and support fundraising opportunities. The role also involves managing donor relations, ensuring timely deliverables, fostering a collaborative team environment, and documenting learnings through published articles.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in management, public health, engineering, digital health, public policy, or related fields. A minimum of 8 years of work experience in management consulting, public health, data analysis, public policy, digital health, or related areas is required. Proven performance in a fast-paced, results-driven environment is essential. Preferred qualifications include experience in multi-stakeholder environments, government stakeholder management, and familiarity with e-governance or digital health programs in India.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields such as management, public health, engineering, digital health, or public policy. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of health systems and digital health initiatives.

Experience:
The position requires at least 8 years of relevant work experience, particularly in management consulting, public health, data analysis, public policy, or digital health. Experience in a fast-paced, results-driven environment is essential, and candidates with experience in multi-stakeholder environments or government stakeholder management will be preferred.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, while fluency in Hindi and additional Indian languages is considered an advantage. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential for effective stakeholder engagement and program management.

Additional Notes:
The position is full-time and involves significant travel (up to 40%) to various states as required. The role is critical for individuals looking to influence the digital health journey in India, and it offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of health policy and technology. The last date to apply for this position is 20 March 2025.