Country Lead – Policy, Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement - Delhi

Jhpiego is a nonprofit global health leader and Johns Hopkins University affiliate that is saving lives, improving health, and transforming futures. We partner with governments, health experts and local communities to build the skills and systems that guarantee a healthier future for women and families. Jhpiego translates the best science and practice into moments of care that can mean the difference between life and death for women and families. The moment a woman gives birth; the moment a midwife helps a newborn to breathe. Through our partnerships, we are revolutionizing health care for the world’s most disadvantaged and vulnerable people.

In India, Jhpiego works across various states in close collaboration with national and state governments, providing technical assistance in the areas of family planning, maternal and child health, strengthening human resources for health, and non-communicable diseases. These programs are funded by The U.S. government, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), MSD for Mothers, UNFPA, GIZ apart from others.

Jhpiego is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and mission-driven professional to join our India Country Office as the Country Lead – Policy, Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement. This leadership role will be critical in shaping and driving Jhpiego’s engagement strategy across government bodies, donors, academic institutions, professional associations, civil society, and private sector stakeholders.

The selected candidate will lead three core functional areas:

• Policy: Government engagement, regulatory insight, and thought leadership

• Partnerships: Collaboration with NGOs, corporates, start-ups, and multilateral agencies

• Stakeholder Engagement: Community, donor, and institutional outreach

1. Strategic Stakeholder Engagement

• Map and engage key stakeholders with support from Program Directors and State Leads.
• Build and nurture long-term relationships across government, donor agencies, academia, civil society, and the private sector.

2. Policy Advocacy & Thought Leadership

• Liaise with government institutions and regulatory bodies.
• Analyse key policies (especially related to RMNCH+A, Nursing, HIV/AIDS and GHS) and contribute to policy briefs, strategic papers, and technical consultations.

3. Partnership Development & Ecosystem Mapping

• Identify and engage strategic partners including digital health innovators, research institutions, and start-ups.
• Drive partnership conversations and establish collaborative platforms to support innovation and scale.

4. Program Strategy & Alignment

• Contribute to program design and implementation strategies across RMNCH+A, Nursing, HIV/AIDS, and GHS projects.
• Ensure integration of stakeholder perspectives and multi-sectoral inputs in program frameworks.

5. External Representation & Monitoring

• Represent Jhpiego at national and international forums, policy dialogues, and technical working groups.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and updates for donors, government, and institutional partners.

6. Knowledge Management & Communications

• Collaborate with Communications and Program teams to document case studies, success stories, and best practices.
• Contribute to materials that enhance Jhpiego’s visibility and thought leadership.

7. Field Support & Implementation Oversight

• Support program implementation through field visits, stakeholder coordination, and monitoring of partnerships at the state and facility levels.

8. Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work with MERL, technical, communications, and SPG teams to ensure alignment between stakeholder engagement and program goals.

9. Other Responsibilities

• Take on additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor in line with organizational priorities.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Stakeholder Management: Strong ability to manage relationships across multiple sectors and levels of influence.
• Policy & Advocacy: Deep understanding of health policy, government processes, and ability to drive policy change through evidence.
• Partnership Development: Proven success in forging high-impact cross-sector collaborations.
• Program Integration: Skilled in embedding stakeholder input and policy perspectives into health program design.
• Communication & Representation: Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills. Able to influence and inspire at all levels.
• Analytical Thinking: Data-driven mindset with the ability to assess trends and develop strategic engagement approaches.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and fostering inclusive, productive team environments.
• Tech & Data Familiarity: Comfortable with digital tools, analytics platforms, and systems for tracking partnerships.
• Political Acumen & Adaptability: Ability to navigate complex institutional settings with cultural sensitivity and diplomacy.
• Travel: Willingness and ability to travel up to 40% of the time.

•  Master's degree in Management, Social Work, Community Development, Sociology or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience, including at least 10 years in policy, stakeholder engagement, or partnership development in the health or development sector.
• Experience of working with central and state governments in the RMNCH+A and HIV/AIDS sectors is preferable.
• Proven track record of working with government counterparts at national and state levels.
• Technical knowledge and field experience in large public health programs.
• Familiarity with the Indian health system, newer initiatives in health sector and relevant government policies.
• Experience in designing, implementing and managing large-scale programs.
• Experience leading teams of diverse professionals and managing cross-functional initiatives.

If you are passionate about influencing public health policy, creating cross-sector collaborations, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships, we invite you to apply.

Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will receive a response from Jhpiego

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