Manager - Essential Medicines and Oxygen Country India City New Delhi Type Full Time Program (Division) Country Programs - India Overview

The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to our mission of saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries. We work at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems. 

 

CHAI was founded in 2002 in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic with the goal of dramatically reducing the price of life-saving drugs and increasing access to these medicines in the countries with the highest burden of the disease. Over the following two decades, CHAI has expanded its focus. Today, along with HIV, we work in conjunction with our partners to prevent and treat infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis. Our work has also expanded into cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and other non-communicable diseases, and we work to accelerate the rollout of lifesaving vaccines, reduce maternal and child mortality, combat chronic malnutrition, and increase access to assistive technology. We are investing in horizontal approaches to strengthen health systems through programs in human resources for health, digital health, and health financing. With each new and innovative program, our strategy is grounded in maximizing sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that governments lead the solutions, that programs are designed to scale nationally, and learnings are shared globally.  

 

At CHAI, our people are our greatest asset, and none of this work would be possible without their talent, time, dedication and passion for our mission and values. We are a highly diverse team of enthusiastic individuals across 40 countries with a broad range of skillsets and life experiences. CHAI is deeply grounded in the countries we work in, with majority of our staff based in program countries. 

 

In India, CHAI works in partnership with its India registered affiliate William J Clinton Foundation (WJCF) under the guidance of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) at the Central and States' levels on an array of high priority initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes. Currently, WJCF supports government partners across projects to expand access to quality care and treatment for HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, tuberculosis, COVID-19, common cancers, sexual and reproductive health, immunization, and essential medicines.

 

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Project Background:

With the objective of reducing maternal, child, and overall mortality from hypoxemia related cases, WJCF, under the guidance of health departments in the states of Madhya Pradesh (MP), Chhattisgarh, and Punjab is supporting initiatives to strengthen prevention and diagnosis practices and improve the supply and use of high-quality oxygen services. To that end, the Essential Medicines and Oxygen (EM&O2) program focuses on the following key elements:

Effective planning and strategies to manage oxygen systemsAffordable, efficient, and high-quality oxygen procurement and distribution systemsImproved clinical administration and technical management of oxygenImproved information systems and monitoring for oxygen access

At the national level, WJCF is supporting the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoH&FW) to coordinate with the state health leadership to ensure availability and access to oxygen and build human resource capacity on use and administration of oxygen. The Program supports the state health and facility level leadership to strengthen governance structures, ensure optimal maintenance and upkeep of oxygen assets, and build capacity for management of assets and provision of clinical care. Through this support WJCF expects to ensure prevention, early diagnosis and timely access to high quality medical oxygen to manage hypoxemia cases in conditions such as pneumonia, maternal, neonatal, and paediatric care, acute or seasonal respiratory ailments, at intensive and high-dependency units and for trauma / emergency care, while ensuring adequate preparedness to manage surge of Covid-19 cases.

Position Summary:

The Manager, EM&O2 will collaborate closely with the Program Leader to drive strategic initiatives and oversee program implementation across multiple states. The role involves developing comprehensive strategies, managing diverse teams, and engaging with key stakeholders to expand equitable access to medical oxygen through systematic improvements. Based in Delhi, this position will lead a high-performing team focused on achieving critical access goals while reporting directly to the Program Leader. The Manager will be responsible for portfolio growth and building sustainable solutions for life-threatening conditions through robust healthcare system enhancements.

We seek an exceptional and dynamic individual with demonstrated leadership experience and outstanding credentials in strategy development and program management. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical capabilities, excel in stakeholder management, and have proven success in leading cross-functional teams across multiple locations. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent communication skills, thrive in ambiguous environments, work independently, and maintain unwavering commitment to excellence in high-pressure situations. We value core personal qualities including resourcefulness, accountability, perseverance, self-direction, high energy, and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

1. Strategic Program Leadership and Development

Co-create and monitor the strategic direction of the EM&O2 program, ensuring equitable access to essential medicines and strengthening public health systems through government-led initiatives.Build the program implementation capacity within the team, ensuring alignment with WJCF policies, and responsiveness to government and donor needs.Develop insights on key program goals, focus areas (e.g., prevention, diagnosis, access, health systems strengthening), and geographies, contributing to program effectiveness.Drive fundraising and business development efforts by leading grant writing, proofreading, and desk reviews of proposals.Work with leadership to identify new areas for expansion and strengthen the program’s scope to deliver impactful results.Assist in resource mobilization, ensuring donor proposals reflect the scale of impactful initiatives and WJCF’s mission.

2. Processes, Project and Financial Management

Guide the development and regular updating of the program's results framework, operational plans, risk registers, and other key process documents to ensure effective execution.Oversee the planning, tracking, and reporting of program budgets in compliance with donor and WJCF requirements.Lead collaborative decision-making around resource allocation, ensuring prioritization is evidence-based and focused on achieving transformational impact.Collaborate with operational teams and finance liaisons to maintain budgetary oversight and ensure financial sustainability.

3. Stakeholder and Relationship Management

Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key governmental entities, donors, NGOs, and health service delivery points.Engage with government program managers to align and ensure buy-in across all programmatic activities.Build trust-based relationships with senior government stakeholders, particularly within the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), and key program partners.Lead the development of cross-program collaborations, conceptual linkages, and knowledge-sharing in a resource-constrained and rapidly evolving context.Maintain a stakeholder matrix and guide teams on navigating complex stakeholder relationships effectively, ensuring positive influence and collaboration.

4. Strategic Communication and Knowledge Sharing

Provide regular updates to internal and external stakeholders on program progress, challenges, and successes through reports and presentations. Guide regional leads in replicating these communications for their local stakeholders.Develop communication approaches and materials aligned with WJCF policies to effectively influence decision-making across relevant audiences.Represent WJCF at high-level meetings, workshops, and conferences, both nationally and internationally, showcasing program success and lessons learned.Lead knowledge management efforts, promoting best practices and lessons learned at national and global convenings.

5. People and Team Management

Foster a collaborative and innovative environment, building team resilience, creativity, and adaptability in program execution.Mentor team members, providing guidance, constructive feedback, and career growth opportunities to support professional development.Lead recruitment and capacity building for new and existing team members, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and programmatic needs.Develop and maintain feedback mechanisms to ensure effective team performance and address programmatic and performance issues proactively.Identify and manage program-related risks, escalating issues as necessary, and drive risk management exercises that promote emotional intelligence and team self-awareness.

6. Technical Expertise and Problem Solving

Develop subject matter expertise among program leads, ensuring deep knowledge of program principles and fostering a culture of knowledge sharing.Support evidence-informed initiatives, including hypothesis testing, research, and grant proposal development, ensuring alignment with WJCF’s mission and donor requirements.Lead the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills within the team, especially in navigating unexpected challenges.Provide strategic insights at technical working groups, high-level meetings, and conferences, representing WJCF as a senior-level expert.Perform any other duties as requested by the program leadership, ensuring smooth operations and alignment with overall organizational goals. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in business administration, management sciences, public health, development studies, public policy or related fields. At least 8 years of experience in a demanding result driven environment in the private or public sector, with increasing levels of responsibility and leadership.

Skills & Traits:

Proven track record in successfully managing projects, cultivating relationships, and coordinating the interests of diverse stakeholders.Expertise in navigating complex processes and driving collaborative decision-making, balancing multiple perspectives with professionalism and tact.Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written, in English and Hindi, with the ability to craft compelling presentations and detailed reports to influence and engage stakeholders.High emotional intelligence, demonstrating patience, empathy, and thoughtful leadership even in high-pressure or stressful situations.Strong organizational skills with the ability to work autonomously, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.Willingness and flexibility to travel extensively, both within and outside program states and districts, to ensure program success and stakeholder engagement.

Preferred:

Prior experience of working in management consulting and/or public health especially governance, systems strengthening, financing and /or management of operations at sub- national level, or similar fast-paced, output-oriented environments.Strong experience of multi-state team management and engaging with government officials and multilateral organizations.Knowledge of health systems strengthening and/or development/social sector consulting experience.

 Last Date to Apply: 13th March, 2025

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