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Career Opportunities
National (this position is open only for Indian nationals)
| Reporting To | Global Director – International Programmes |
| Location | Hyderabad, India |
| Staff Supervised | 4 to 15 |
| Annual Operating Budget | Up to CAD 5 million |
| Organization | The Country Director reports directly to our Global Director – International Programmes (who is currently based in Hyderabad, India) and coordinates and works closely with our Director – International Programmes and Director – International Finance and Administration. There will be functional relationships with various colleagues in the global office in Calgary and other country directors across Asia and Africa to ensure coordination, smooth functioning, efficient exchange of information and cross-learning. |
| Position Summary | To lead Operation Eyesight’s initiatives in India and promote avoidable blindness-free communities regions in line with the Global Strategy. Key accountabilities: Strategy – To drive forward the country programme strategy that embodies the values, vision, mission, and objectives of Operation Eyesight and ensure it is being delivered in all areas of the organization’s work with new and existing partners. Impact – To ensure that the Country Programme Team is making a significant positive impact for various target groups through delivery of high-quality programmes and ensuring that the processes of planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and learning are robust. Finance and Administration – To ensure that the financial management of the organization is accountable and transparent at every level and that all staff are fully aware of and compliant with the relevant finance and administration policies. Networking and partnership building – To represent Operation Eyesight at various forums and networking events to identify potential partnerships and to further take forward the organization’s advocacy agenda in the country. Resource mobilization – To identify fundraising opportunities in the country and submit quality concept notes and proposals in collaboration with the International Programmes Team and Advancement team. Oversight – To oversee Operation Eyesight’s interventions in India as well as in neighbouring countries (Nepal and Bangladesh ). Responsibilities 1. Leadership Key deliverable: Demonstratable and inspiring leadership in promoting the values, vision, mission, and goals of Operation Eyesight and in the implementation of the Country Programme Strategy. Clearly demonstrate a personal drive for the elimination of avoidable blindness on a sustainable basis and the promotion of gender equality throughout all work, ensuring you lead by example in representing the organizational values, mission, vision and goal.L ead the delivery of Operation Eyesight’s Country Programme Strategy so that Operation Eyesight staff are living the organization’s values and achieving its vision, mission and objectives, and supporting the organization’s overall global strategy Lead the Country Programme Management Team in making key decisions regarding the implementation of the strategy and overall direction of Operation Eyesight. Lead the team in agreeing on the modalities for programming, finance, monitoring, evaluation and learning on each project. Lead the Country Programme Team in all work activities, ensuring the engagement of all stakeholders is held as the highest priority in the delivery of the projects. 2. Governance Key deliverable: The in-country Board of Directors of Operation Eyesight India is well-functioning, active and providing support for the rest of the organization. Regularly update and involve the Board of Directors in the work, progress and challenges of Operation Eyesight, and support the Chair to convene quarterly meetings. Report to the Directors on a regular basis, measuring against the organizational strategy, targets and budget, and ensuring that Operation Eyesight complies with the highest standards of probity and good governance. Ensure that Operation Eyesight operates within the terms and conditions of all legal agreements with the government. 3. Organizational Development Key deliverable: Operation Eyesight continues to grow in capacity, including the quality of projects, finances, human resources, new project opportunities and strategic partnerships. Increase the overall income of the organization by securing new funding for projects through in-country and external funding initiatives. Identify technical capacity gaps, and take action to fill them wherever possible through training or recruitment. Establish, develop and maintain excellent working relationships with the national government and other key stakeholders. Establish and maintain key partnerships with donors in the country. 4. Programme Management Key deliverable: Strong project management systems for planning, delivering and evaluating projects for clearly measurable impact. Ensure that robust systems of planning and delivering projects are in place and implemented, from design and inception to delivery and evaluation. Ensure project performance is monitored regularly and compared to targets, deliverables and budgets. Ensure that the planning, delivery and evaluation of projects complies with donor expectations and the terms of donor contracts, and that reporting to donors is of the highest standard. Ensure that project monitoring data is regularly reviewed at programme meetings by relevant project staff, that learning from the data is maximized, and that changes are made accordingly to project implementation strategies to increase the impact. Ensure that impact is effectively evaluated and measured to the highest standard in all projects on a regular basis, and that learning from the data is maximized and new strategies are adopted to increase impact. Ensure that Operation Eyesight is able to clearly demonstrate the impact of its work through annual impact assessments and promotes and disseminates its impact and learning to partner organizations, target groups and stakeholders. This includes contributing to paper publications and presentations at conferences/seminars and developing position papers with the overall guidance of the International Programmes Team. Using the learning and achievements of past projects, develop new project proposals, ensuring that the key stakeholders and relevant staff members are involved in the process. 5. Performance Management Key deliverable: There is a shared understanding of, and drive towards, excellence within all areas of Operation Eyesight, and quality related priorities and actions are reviewed and implemented across the organization. Develop and maintain an organizational culture of learning and reflection, leading to changes in programme delivery. Ensure that robust organizational learning processes are in place which capitalize on lessons learned, are communicated effectively and develop the organization’s capacity for making real change in the lives of target beneficiaries. Focus on quality in every area of the work by effectively managing Operation Eyesight’s internal performance systems such as Monitoring & Evaluation and individual annual performance reviews. Ensure all staff members within the organization have the capacity to support their teams and partner hospitals and have clear personal development plans and targets to ensure the highest level of motivation and passion across the organization. Ensure staff job descriptions deliver the organizational strategic objectives and personal/professional objectives, and agree on measurable targets for each staff that they, in turn, manage. Facilitate monthly monitoring meetings to discuss progress against objectives and targets with each line report, reviewing areas of success and weakness or areas requiring further support and training. Conduct annual appraisals based on personal objectives and targets and recommend performance related pay to the Global Director – International Programmes. Support individual learning and development plans to foster and encourage talent and new leadership potential throughout the organization. 6. Financial Management Key deliverable: Operation Eyesight’s Finance Administration Policy is adhered to and the Finance Manager is supported to hold all staff accountable for expenditures and financial reporting. In conjunction with the Finance Manager, ensure that there is a robust internal control environment, including sound policies and procedures that safeguard staff and the assets of the organization and funding partners, and thus improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the organization. Evaluate and make any necessary changes to the cost base or the country programme budget with the aim of ensuring the greatest impact and return on investment. Ensure that established policies and procedures on human resources, administration, finance and programmes are understood by staff, implemented and regularly reviewed. Ensure that Operation Eyesight complies with donor terms and conditions agreements and budget thresholds. Carry out routine monthly or quarterly spot checks on petty cash, purchase orders, asset registers and other supporting documentation. Also oversee implementation of projects that comes under Operation Eyesight India Trust (local entity) Ensure FCRA Compliance for Operation Eyesight India Trust 7. Human Resources Key deliverable: Operation Eyesight is a healthy and safe environment, and it is fully staffed with properly trained and skilled members of staff who are supported to achieve the best they can for the target groups and the organization as a whole. Ensure that health and safety are prioritized in every area of Operation Eyesight’s work, especially in road safety. In conjunction with the Global Director – International Programmes, ensure that the Country Programme team is fully staffed with the best people for each post, irrespective of their background or gender. Support the Global Director – International Programmes to review and implement the Learning and Development Plans. Ensure all key human resources policies, such as the Code of Conduct, Equal Opportunities Policy and Child Protection Policy, are living documents that are clearly reflected in the day-to-day work of the organization. Ensure that the Conditions of Service or all the clauses in employment contracts are upheld by all staff and reviewed annually. Ensure internal employee well-being is reviewed and supported throughout all work and activities. Create space and time to explore and develop well-being and lead by example in focusing on staff well-being for all Operation Eyesight employees. Build capacity of team on different technical aspects and programmatic needs. Promote team cohesiveness and culture of support and appreciation to enhance team bonding. In- country Fundraising Key deliverables: The fundraising efforts of Operation Eyesight India is well-functioning, active and the fundraising team is supported in fundraising activities. Extend support to Fund mobilizing team in developing fundraising strategies tailored to the country’s needs. Building relationships with potential donors- institutions, high net worth individuals, corporates, High Commission, Embassies, etc. Writing grant proposals and concept notes and securing funding Stewardship of existing donors to ensure retention Providing leadership and support to fundraising team Ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards Representing the organization in fundraising-related matters Advocacy and External Representation Key deliverables: Lead advocacy efforts, represent Operation Eyesight in key forums and conferences, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. Advocacy at national and state level to bring eye health in the priority agenda of the Government by influencing policy to bring the landscape change in the country. Represent Operation Eyesight in different forums, conferences, and donors’ meetings. Be the part of different eyehealth INGOs forums, collation and VISION 2020. Help Global Director in publishing papers in renown journals and conferences Educational Experience Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Health Administration (MHA) or MBA in Healthcare or other related disciplines with a focus on community health. Work Experience Minimum 10 years’ experience in the development sector with at least five years at a senior leadership level with medium to large INGOs or NGOs or with other development agencies.Preference will be given to the candidates who have eye health sector experience. Demonstrated technical expertise in project, budget and resource management. Ability to provide strategic direction to the Country Programme Team and support on-the-ground programme implementation. Ability to use data and its analysis for decision making around programme strategies and policy interventions. Experience developing funding proposals and reports for grants, foundations, private donors and public funders. Experience in the management of large institutional grants, and its effective utilization. Proven track record of strong management skills with complex programs. Ability to recruit, mentor and manage high-performing teams. Outstanding written and oral communication skills in English. Good presentation skills and experience. Ability to pragmatically solve problems and plan a course of action using analytical, conceptual, strategic and forward-thinking abilities to achieve an effective resolution. Experience in engaging with a wide range of stakeholders including advisory groups, coalitions, forums, foundations and practitioner groups.High achievement orientation. Is able to think outside the box in identifying solutions to challenges/gaps in programme delivery. Working Conditions and Job Requirements Headquartered in Hyderabad, India Frequent travel to country programmes and project locations in India and South Asia Flexible working hours to accommodate Calgary office hours (Mountain Time). Act as an ambassador for Operation Eyesight in a variety of professional and social settings. |
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit a comprehensive CV in English with a supporting cover letter, including the names of three referees (including a current or most recent employer) as well as expected salary, last salary earned and required notice period.
Applications should be sent by e-mail to the following address, and clearly specify the job title – Country Director, India – in the subject line:
Email to send applications: babua@operationeyesight.com
Application deadline: 31st May 2024
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The full interview process will include a variety of assessments and interviews.
Operation Eyesight Universal is a 58-year-old Canadian development organization that has been engaged in evolving and implementing innovative approaches with the objectives of elimination of avoidable blindness. Operation Eyesight Universal works in India to eliminate avoidable blindness in partnership with local governments, eye hospitals and community development teams, building essential resources that give all people, including the poorest, access to the help they need.
Operation Eyesight India is in the process of recruiting a Program Manager for South Asia. The position description is as under:
Position Title
Programme Manager – South Asia
Reports to
Country Director – India
Location
Country Office, Hyderabad
Job Purpose
To be the key driver for Operation Eyesight’s hospital and community-based interventions in India and other targeted countries in South Asia.
Key Accountabilities
- Ensure country programme delivery results in significant positive impact through strategic planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
- Ensure cost-effective utilization of country programme resources while adhering to established standards and guidelines of the organization
Dimensions
Staff supervised: 3 to 5
Volunteers managed: Nil
Annual operating budget: Depending upon the approved annual business plan
Organization
The position of Programme Manager – South Asia reports to the Country Director – India. Besides, the position directly supervises the positions of Programme Officers and Programme Coordinators. The position actively coordinates with the Manager – Finance and Administration, Monitoring and Evaluation Manager, and Head of Resource Mobilization. Also, actively coordinate with the Senior Manager – International Programmes for transfer of knowledge pertaining to community eye health programme globally.
Primary Responsibilities:
Planning and Budgeting
- Contribute towards formulating and reviewing India/South Asia country strategy that focuses on developing horizontal and vertical linkages with eye health while promoting community participation
- Contribute towards development of annual business plans
- Oversee preparation of quarterly, semi-annual and annual work plans and budgets in coordination with NGOs, partner hospitals and Programme Officers/Coordinators
- Develop new thematic priority areas for community development linked to community eye health in annual business plans
- Scale up existing projects
- Develop/contribute significantly towards the formulation of project proposals that reflect key needs of geographic areas of intervention and the partner hospitals with the involving key stakeholders
Capacity Building
- Identify training needs of the staff of partner hospitals/Programme Officers/Coordinators and liaise with strategic partners such as LVPEI, AECS, etc. to ensure the provision of required training
- Build capacities of partner hospitals and provide technical advice and support to partners and project teams
- Identify training needs and support the training of Programme Officers/Coordinators in project management
Monitoring and Reporting
- Oversee preparation of implementation and monitoring plans for all partner hospitals and monitor the progress periodically
- Conduct on-site monitoring visits regularly to ensure objectives are being met
- Ensure all information with regards to progress and development of the partners is captured in the appropriate formats and shared with the Country Director – India as per agreed timelines
- Analyse and present reports on community development/hospital improvement projects to illustrate performance against established objectives
- Ensure project monitoring data is regularly collected, collated, reviewed and mid-course changes are made according to project implementation strategies to increase the impact
Communication
- Support development of communication material for the India country office
- Collect required information from the field and write case stories, testimonials and take photos and videos for the Operation Eyesight website, donor reports, stewardship reports and other publications
- Participate and represent Operation Eyesight in various meetings and workshops as per the advice of the Country Director
Research and Advocacy
- Identify research ideas and develop proposals
- Lead/conduct operational research studies
- Ensure coordination and coherence of all project implementation components by working closely with national and state level National Health Mission (NHM) and National Programme for Control of Blindness & Visual Impairment (NPCB&VI) officials and other relevant government departments
Working Conditions and Job Requirements
- Headquartered at Hyderabad
- Frequent travel to partner hospitals and project locations
- Extended working hours to accommodate head office hours
- Occasional travel outside the country to participate in international meetings/programmes
- Act as an ambassador for Operation Eyesight in a variety of professional and social settings
Person – Eligibility Criteria
Abilities/ Skills
- Strong written and oral communication in English and Hindi
- Experience in independently liaising with state and district health functionaries
- Good documentation and report writing skills
- Ability to handle a variety of assignments under the pressure of deadlines
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Ability to travel frequently in the field
Qualifications/Knowledge and Experience
- Master’s in Social Work/Public Health
- 8 to 10 years of experience of working in the public health domain/NGO sector
- Familiarity with the Indian health system, key stakeholders and relevant government policies/strategies—particularly Ayushman Bharat and National Health Mission
Working Conditions and Job Requirements
- Stationed in Hyderabad, India
- Frequent travel to field locations
- Women candidates will be preferred
Application Process
Please submit a comprehensive CV in English with a supporting cover letter, including the names of three referees (including a current or most recent employer), as well as expected salary, last drawn salary and required notice period. Applications should be sent by e-mail to the following address, and clearly specify the position title in the subject line.
E-mail to send applications: ChedubaviS@operationeyesight.com
Closing date: July 15, 2022
Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Operation Eyesight Universal is a 58-year-old Canadian development organization that has been engaged in evolving and implementing innovative approaches with the objectives of elimination of avoidable blindness. Operation Eyesight Universal works in India to eliminate avoidable blindness in partnership with local governments, eye hospitals and community development teams, building essential resources that give all people, including the poorest, access to the help they need.
Operation Eyesight India is looking for a Programme Officer based in Hyderabad:
Position Title
Programme Officer
Reports to
Programme Manager – South Asia
Location
Hyderabad
Job Purpose
- To ensure elimination of avoidable blindness in Operation Eyesight’s geographic areas of interventions in India, Nepal and Bangladesh on a sustainable basis.
Key Accountabilities
- Implement Operation Eyesight’s approach to elimination of avoidable blindness comprising set protocols, standard operating procedures by hospital partners
- Ensure achievement of agreed targets – decline in prevalence of avoidable blindness within a set timeframe in Operation Eyesight’s geographic areas of intervention
- Ensure clinical quality across Operation Eyesight-established Vision Centres through periodical audit and training programmes
Primary Responsibilities:
Planning and Budgeting
- Participate actively in the formulation/review of country programme strategies
- Contribute towards development of Operation Eyesight India annual business plans
- Prepare quarterly, semi-annual and annual work plans and budgets in coordination with partner hospitals
- Develop project proposals
- Develop training calendar encompassing clinical and nonclinical courses in collaboration with LVPEI Hyderabad, LAICO Madhurai, partner hospitals and Operation Eyesight’s structured in-house courses
Capacity Building
- Build capacities of partner hospitals and provide technical advice and support to partners and HBCEHP project teams
- Conduct clinical sessions for optometrists and vision technicians on periodical basis to strengthen the clinical quality care at partner hospitals and vision centres
Monitoring and Reporting
- Conduct clinical audit to ensure quality care and comprehensive eye examination at vision centres
- Prepare implementation and monitoring plans for all partner hospitals and monitor the progress periodically
- Conduct on-site monitoring visits regularly to ensure objectives are being met
- Monitor online software implemented in vision centres and ensuring implementation of software at vision centres
- Ensure all information with regards to progress and development of the partners is captured in the appropriate formats and shared with the India office as per agreed timelines
Communication
- Support development of communication material
- Write case stories for donors
- Liaise between Operation Eyesight and other training institutes, eye care agencies and partner hospitals for training programmes
Research and Advocacy
- Identify research ideas and develop proposals
- Build relationships with partner hospitals, government agencies and NGOs in Operation Eyesight’s geographic areas of intervention to further Operation Eyesight’s objectives
Working Conditions and Job Requirements
- Frequent travel to partner hospitals and project locations (minimum of 15 days in a month)
- Extended working hours to accommodate head office hours or work
- Act as an ambassador for Operation Eyesight in a variety of professional and social settings
Application Process
Please submit a comprehensive CV in English with a supporting cover letter, including the names of three referees (including a current or most recent employer), as well as expected salary, last drawn salary and required notice period. Applications should be sent by e-mail to the following address, and clearly specify the position title in the subject line.
E-mail to send applications: ChedubaviS@operationeyesight.com
Closing date: July 15, 2022
Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.