Project Director, Preconception Nutrition & Care, India
Core
Lead the Preconception Nutrition & Care project in India, integrating service delivery, evidence generation, and government partnership to improve maternal and birth outcomes for couples of reproductive age.
Role type
Senior IC project director (public health/nutrition)
Builds
Preconception care programs and evidence-based policy dialogue
Domain
Public health, nutrition, reproductive health, international development
Required skills
Project management, partnership management, government engagement, financial oversight, monitoring and evaluation, strategic planning, stakeholder communication, team leadership, grant management, policy formulation
Preferred skills
Knowledge of Hindi or local languages, experience with UN agencies
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead evidence-based negotiations on project priorities and deliverables; guide implementation of project activities; manage relations with partners and consultants; develop annual workplans; cultivate relationships with donors and government authorities; ensure monitoring and learning strategies are applied; manage project staff contracts; provide financial oversight and budget monitoring; ensure donor stewardship; establish communication mechanisms within the project team.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC