Palladium is a global leader in the design, development and delivery of Positive Impact - the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with foundations, investors, governments, corporations, communities and civil society to formulate strategies and implement solutions that generate lasting social, environmental and financial benefits.
For the past 50 years, we have been making Positive Impact possible. With a team of more than 2,500 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of more than 35,000 technical experts, Palladium has improved - and is committed to continuing to improve - economies, societies and most importantly, people’s lives.
Palladium is a child-safe organisation, and screens applicants for suitability to work with children. We also provide equal employment to all participants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status. The purpose of this role is to lead the growth and expansion of the India market through building and maintaining strong portfolios with key stakeholders, to pursue new client and business opportunities that compliments or broadens our current business ventures. You are also expected to lead the delivery of high value technical solutions that deliver results and impact, continually meeting the changing needs and priorities of our clients and beneficiaries.
The primary responsibilities of the Chief Executive Officer, Palladium India are to:
* Lead the overall business of Palladium in India
* Develop and execute the market’s vision and strategy in alignment with Palladium’s global strategy.
* Drive change and growth and oversee all aspects of market’s day to day activities - from a business, operational, control and people management perspective.
* Build and grow a team through effective human resource management and development of all employees. Ensuring effective team leadership, communication, retention and engagement strategies.
* Prepare and execute annual business plans and forecasts and achieve budgetary and business targets for India operations.
* Collaborate with other teams within EMEA to drive change and growth in the Indian market through the implementation of new and sustainable business opportunities.
* Manage the overall country operations ensuring profitability and sustainable business ventures with clients and donors.
* Oversee the delivery of business development targets for India operations.
* Ensure that all personnel employed in the country comply with all Palladium policies, procedures and processes, in particular our code of conduct and good business conduct guidelines and comply with all donor/client requirements as well as best market practice.
* Ensure regular contact with management and business development teams, key external clients /agencies/partners and any other strategic stakeholders.
* Ensure that compliance, finance, governance, operational, reputational, market and strategic risks are identified, reported on, managed and mitigated.
Minimum experience required
* Minimum 15 years relevant work experience in the professional services sector
* Minimum 7 years of experience in a senior role in an organisation working with Government projects
* Experience in India or in a similar environment
* Proven track record of effective people management, including: leading, developing, coaching, building, mentoring, motivating, evaluating and supporting teams
Key competencies and professional expertise required
* Executive experience in dealing with P&L in the area of Consulting or Program management
* Passion for Positive Impact
* Strong strategic thinking capabilities
* Strong leadership, management and people handling skills
* Ability to operate in complex situations
* Experience in business development and project management roles
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Sound Business Development and Stakeholder Management skills
* Sound problem solving and decision-making skills
* A thorough understanding of the economic, social and political context of the region
* Ability to develop high level strategic relationships in an international environment
* Commercially astute with good business acumen and financial awareness
Palladium is a global leader in the design, development and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with foundations, investors, governments, corporations, communities and civil society to formulate strategies and implement solutions that generate lasting social, environmental and financial benefits.
For the past 50 years, we have been making Positive Impact possible. With a team of more than 2,500 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of more than 35,000 technical experts, Palladium has improved – and is committed to continuing to improve – economies, societies and most importantly, people's lives.
Palladium is a child-safe organisation, and screens applicants for suitability to work with children. We also provide equal employment to all participants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status.
