Team Lead, Program Management

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on road safety? Do you thrive in a collaborative team environment built on mutual respect and integrity? Are you experienced in managing projects and eager to improve the safety scenario in the country? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at SaveLIFE Foundation.

About SaveLIFE Foundation

SaveLIFE Foundation (SLF) is on a mission to save lives on roads across India. Since 2012, over 1.5 million people have been killed in road crashes in India and close to 5 million have been left seriously injured or permanently disabled. Besides the insurmountable emotional trauma that thousands of families must suffer each year, road crashes deal a crushing economic blow to many families.

SLF is a fast-growing, specialised organisation with a proven track record of delivering large-scale impact. We are best known for getting India its Good Samaritan Law and developing the "Zero-Fatality Corridor" solution to transform dangerous highways into "safe ways". We are registered as a not-for-profit organisation to ensure complete mission alignment.

Our teams work in a creative environment to build novel solutions and thrive on problem-solving. Over the last 15 years, we have built unique strengths in areas such as forensic investigation of crashes, data analytics and predictive modelling, safety design and engineering, public policy formulation, and strategic communication and training. We strive for excellence in everything we do and build leaders through opportunity and mentorship.

We're seeking a Team Lead - Program Management who can lead a multidisciplinary team to create Zero Fatality Districts and Zero Fatality Corridors. You'll be responsible for ensuring that the districts under the Zero Fatality District initiative and highways under the Zero Fatality Corridor initiative achieve their goal of zero fatalities. This role includes conducting on-ground audits, preparing reports, and leading operations. You'll report to the Manager, Projects.

Role and Responsibilities

The Team Lead Program Management at SaveLIFE Foundation will work to create 'Zero Fatality Districts' and 'Zero Fatality Corridors' across the country. You'll do this by implementing the recommendations of the 'Crash Vulnerability Audit' through various Central and State agencies. You'll collaborate with government agencies and senior officials, making data-driven decisions and implementing recommendations. Different teams at SLF will source, use, and analyse your key learnings as part of their work. You will also ensure that all recommendations are practical and data-driven, helping reimagine road safety.

Your responsibilities include

Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead a team of Associates and Senior Associates, providing guidance, mentorship, and support.
• Ensure team alignment with the organisation's strategic goals and foster a collaborative and empowering team environment.

Program Oversight:

• Oversee the planning, implementation, and delivery of multiple projects.
• Ensure that projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and meet or exceed quality standards.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including government officials, community leaders, and partners to ensure support for initiatives and alignment with broader objectives.

Strategic Planning:

• Contribute to the strategic planning of the programme department.
• Collaborate with senior management to refine program strategies and approaches based on analysis and feedback.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Implement robust monitoring mechanisms to track program progress and impact.
• Provide regular reports to senior management and relevant stakeholders on project status.

Resource Management:

• Manage and allocate resources effectively, ensuring optimal use of personnel, budget, and materials to achieve program goals.

Problem Solving and Innovation:

• Address and resolve complex issues as they arise.
• Encourage innovation within the team to meet challenges creatively.

Professional Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, Urban Planning, Engineering, Transportation Planning, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in program management, preferably in the non-profit sector or related field.
• Superior stakeholder engagement and communication skills in dealing with government stakeholders, with experience in high-level negotiations.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and inspire a team.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Proficient in data analysis and performance metrics.
• Familiarity with the road safety, public health, or emergency response sectors is highly advantageous.

Personal Characteristics

• Highly motivated and driven leader, passionate about improving road safety.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working with a diverse team.
• Strategic thinker with a strong ability to solve problems and adapt to changing situations.
• Committed to the mission and values of SaveLIFE Foundation.

How to apply: Interested candidates can apply for this position by clicking on the following link and submitting their resume and a cover letter to: