India Country Representative

SI/India is a large social marketing organization, with ~1600 employees and activities in 22 states and Union Territories. PSI/India markets 15 products and services addressing prevention of HIV/AIDS, family planning, maternal and child health, TB Control and non-communicable diseases. The Country Representative is the senior PSI official in the host country and is responsible for all PSI activities in that country. The Country Representative represents PSI to government, key stakeholders and donors; directs international staff and host country national staff; develops new business opportunities; ensures contract compliance; manages financial, administrative and logistical resources; prepares and executes budgets, marketing plans and work plans; ensures adherence to PSI minimum standards; and assures the effective implementation of a wide array of programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES 1.External Relations

•Represent PSI to national government agencies; key stakeholders such as UN agencies, private sector partners and NGOs; and donors in host country.

•Manage public relations efforts such as the development of annual reports, success stories, press releases and fact sheets; host donor visits; and supervise the development of any other PR publications or activities.

•Ensure that PSI is an active participant of national and partner working groups, committees, the Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) and any other relevant bodies as appropriate.

2.Program Development

•Develop long-term strategic plans with board members and appropriate platform staff.

•Analyze potential new program areas and opportunities for innovation.

•Lead new business efforts, including developing and maintaining excellent relationships with donors and relevant stakeholders.

•Ensure that PSI’s programs are in line with national health priorities and strategies.

•Develop clear objectives with staff that are linked to platform minimum standards, platform strategic plan and donor deliverables.

•Oversee the creation of annual marketing plans and the development of evidence-based programming.

•Review and approve research conducted in support of programs, and evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability of program activities.

•Coordinate with appropriate PSI headquarters technical departments to ensure that program activities follow best practices.

•Ensure that PSI projects are contractually compliant, including meeting all reporting requirements and deliverables.

3.Human Resources Management

•Establish management structure to support program activities and to meet minimum standards.

•Ensure that induction and job training is provided to all staff.

•Provide adequate pay and benefits to retain qualified staff within the limits of donor budgets and following a platform salary matrix that is competitive with industry standards.

•Establish and follow a regular performance evaluation system for all staff.

•Ensure that senior managers are leading Capacity Building efforts.

•Directly manage and mentor staff members, as per the platform’s management structure.

4.Financial and Internal Controls

•Develop and manage both annual and project budgets in accordance with donor and PSI/W regulations.

•Ensure regular review of expenditures against project budgets at the departmental level.

•Ensure the application of internal controls over the procurement, use and protection of resources.

•Ensure that all PSI financial policies and procedures are followed and validated by internal evaluations and external audits. Develop economies of scale and other cost efficiencies through a supply chain system that includes a stringent risk management plan and minimum standards of performance.

•Meet PSI minimum standards for implementing financial systems and submitting monthly financial reports to headquarters.

•Coordinate with PSI/W functional departments (finance, contracts, procurement) to obtain required authorizations and support services.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•At least five years work experience in a developing country;

•Significant fundraising, personnel, operational and financial management experience, with a technical background in marketing, advertising, or communications a plus;

•Demonstrated strengths in strategic organizational leadership and external relations;

•Proven ability to develop and mentor staff;

•Experience developing and executing behavior change communications or marketing campaigns;

•Knowledge of international development and health issues;

•Familiarity with USAID, KfW and Global Fund as well as the international donor community;

•Excellent cross-cultural and interpersonal skills;

•Excellent oral and written communication skills;

•Relevant post-graduate degree (MBA, MIA, MPH, etc.) or equivalent experience;

How to apply:

                  APPLY ONLINE at http://www.psi.org.  No calls or emails, please.  

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.