Deputy Director – Strategy, Planning & Management and Measurement, Learning & Evaluation
Core
Senior leader accountable for evidence-based strategy, portfolio performance, risk management, and measurement across the India program, serving as the primary source of data-driven strategic insight for the Country Director and Executive Team.
Role type
Deputy Director, Strategy, Planning & Management and Measurement, Learning & Evaluation
Builds
Data-driven strategic insights, portfolio analysis, risk intelligence, and programmatic evidence to inform investment decisions and guide country priorities.
Domain
Global development / Nonprofit / India public policy
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic planning, portfolio management, financial planning and analysis, risk management, measurement and evaluation, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, executive reporting
Preferred skills
Experience in government partnerships, knowledge of digital public infrastructure, ability to convene intellectual resources
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Lead strategy and portfolio reviews in coordination with the Executive Team; Lead the ICO's overall Rhythm of the Business including annual planning and budgeting; Oversee implementation of business processes for pipeline and portfolio management; Identify strategic priorities for measurement, learning and evaluation to track progress and measure impact; Anchor the India Country Office risk register and manage strategic, reputational, and operational risks; Contribute substantive content for ICO Executive Team meetings including portfolio updates and strategy progress reports; Act as a sounding board and evidence-based thought partner to the Director and program leadership on strategy and portfolio performance.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
