Senior Program Officer

About Us Wadhwani AI is a non-profit institute building and deploying applied AI solutions to solve critical issues in public health, agriculture, education, and urban development in underserved communities in the global south. We collaborate with governments, social sector organizations, academic and research institutions, and domain experts to identify real-world problems, and develop practical AI solutions to tackle these issues with the aim of making a substantial positive impact. We have over 30+ AI projects supported by leading philanthropies such as Gates Foundation, Google.org and Walmart. With a team of over 200 professionals, our expertise encompasses AI/ML research and innovation, software engineering, domain knowledge, design and user research. Job Description Contribute to the Innovation team consisting of team members from Programs, Products, Engineering, and AI/ML to build artificial intelligence-based solutions addressing specific problems. Build working relationships and be the primary interface with government and non-profit organizations in assigned geography Work with partners and stakeholders to develop the roadmap, operational plans, and financial proposals for setting up data collection/field experimentation or rollout sites in the intervention geography. Work in collaboration with multifunction teams, partner organizations, and the government to develop high-quality program deliverables. This includes, but is not limited to, study designs, program plans, solution design, training plans, and training content. Provide technical support to the identified institute/ clinical sites for successful implementation of desired program components Manage the design, implementation, and monitoring of all activities to ensure necessary technical input and coordination to achieve desired results. Coordinate and collaborate with government officials and other stakeholders for ongoing implementation of activities in the intervention sites. Undertake process documentation of lessons learned during the program implementation and best practices emerging from the intervention sites Work closely with the supervisor on setting program priorities, directions, and responding to requests for technical support from relevant stakeholders. Represent the organization at various forums & gatherings/meetings involving partners, government officials, and other development organizations. Perform other activities, as assigned by the supervisor to achieve organizational goals. Requirements Experience and demonstrated ability working with government health programs, counterparts and systems at the national/state level. Direct experience of independently liaising with stakeholders, development partners and government health functionaries. Proficiency in writing technical and programmatic documents such as operational guidelines, assessment reports etc. Technically proficient in the field of MNCH with up to date skills required for the assigned task. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to handle a variety of assignments under pressure of deadlines. Microsoft Office computer skills, proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Ability to travel up to 50% of his/her time. Qualifications ​ Medical/Nursing graduate with Masters in Public Health (MPH) or equivalent At least 5 years of experience working with government programs and systems for large scale public health programs Knowledge of latest RMNCH program guidelines and operational components Familiarity with the Indian health system, key stakeholders and relevant government policies/strategies—particularly National Health Mission Benefits Wadhwani AI - Full Time Employee Benefits (Not applicable for Intern or Contract Roles) Insurance Benefits - Medical Insurance, OPD Coverage, Accidental Insurance, Life Insurance. Wellness Program - Employee Assistance Program, Annual Health Check-Ups, Onsite Medical Centers, Emergency Support System. Parental Support - Maternity Benefit, Travel Reimbursement for Expectant Mothers during Last Trimester, Paternity Benefit, Day Care Support Program Mobility Benefits - Travel Policy, Relocation and Deputation benefits, Statutory Benefits - Employee PF Contribution, Gratuity, Leave Encashment Other Benefits – Unlimited Leave Policy, Professional Development Policy, Referral Bonuses, Internet and Telephone Allowance. We care deeply about the well-being of our employees and their families. You will get an opportunity to take on roles beyond a defined job description. Take a look at our website www.wadhwaniai.org to learn more about our work on AI for Social Impact. These are just some of the reasons why working with us is more than just a job — it's a chance to grow, thrive and contribute to society.