Program Director - WIN

Program Development and Management:

• Design, implement, and oversee high-impact programs aligned with WIN's mission.
  
• Monitor program performance, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and objectives.
  
• Utilize data-driven insights to enhance program effectiveness and sustainability.
  
• Develop effective business processes towards efficient functioning of the program portfolios.

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute strategic initiatives to advance WIN\u2019s vision and objectives.
  
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define program priorities and resource allocation.
  
• Lead cross-functional teams in program execution, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including entrepreneurs, investors, government entities, and educational institutions.
  
• Facilitate partnerships that leverage both knowledge and fiscal resources and expertise to amplify program impact.
  
• Represent WIN at conferences, workshops, and networking events to promote initiatives.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Recruit, mentor, and manage program staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
  
• Provide training and professional development opportunities to enhance team capabilities.

Financial Management:

• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring financial accountability and sustainability.
  
• Identify funding opportunities and support grant writing efforts to secure resources.

Evaluation and Reporting:

• Establish metrics for program evaluation and impact assessment.
  
• Prepare and present regular reports to stakeholders, showcasing program outcomes and insights.

Qualifications:

• Masters degree in any branch of Science/ Engineering / Medicine
• Minimum of 14 years of experience in research, program management, with a focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, nurturing startups and incubation centres.
• Proven track record of successful R&D project management including funding, program designing and implementation.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing diverse teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Familiarity with funding mechanisms and grant management is a plus.
• Experience of working in Funding agencies will be preferred.
• Ph.D degree will be added advantages but not essentia