Chief Operating Officer, Global HealthX

Position: Chief Operating OfficerLocation: Hyderabad | Reporting To: Founder & Board of DirectorsFull-TimeAbout Global Health X (GHX)Global Health X is a mission-driven innovation exchange platform, venture studio, and accelerator operating at the intersection of healthcare, life sciences, and technology. We co-create and scale breakthrough solutions with hospitals, startups, and capital providers, tackling pressing healthcare challenges across emerging markets.The RoleGHX is seeking a high-impact Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead its platform operations, venture portfolio, and strategic programs. The COO will serve as one of the faces of GHX, overseeing its multi-stakeholder ecosystem while ensuring operational excellence and growth. This is ideal for someone with venture-building experience, investor fluency, and the ability to lead with entrepreneurial energy and institutional maturity.Key ResponsibilitiesPlatform & Operational Leadership- Build institutional systems, reporting structures, and governance playbooks- Align programs and people with long-term strategic objectives and milestonesP&L and Financial Management- Own and manage the organization’s P&L, driving revenue growth, cost efficiency, and financial sustainability- Track performance metrics, operating margins, and resource allocation to support strategic goals- Work closely with the finance team to ensure financial discipline, forecasting, and investor reportingPortfolio Management & Investor Support- Oversee and support a diverse portfolio of early- to growth-stage startups- Work closely with investors and founders on business strategy, GTM, talent, compliance, and scaling- Track progress on commercial pilots, partnerships, product development, and enterprise value creationInvestor Relations & Capital Strategy- Engage actively with investors, LPs, DFIs, and capital partners — representing GHX and its portfolio- Coordinate fundraising strategy and investor updates for both GHX and startups- Manage impact measurement, reporting dashboards, and data room readinessProgram Management & New Initiative Development- Lead design and execution of new programs- Conceptualize and operationalize new verticals (e.g., dementia care, digital health infrastructure, medtech scale-up)- Ensure program quality, stakeholder alignment, and measurable outcomesEcosystem Engagement & Representation- Represent GHX across conferences, summits, investor forums, and government dialogues- Represent the platform to hospital systems, policy institutions, and international collaborators- Forge long-term partnerships with academia, foundations, and clinical networksTeam Building & Culture- Build and mentor a high-performing team across functions and geographies- Foster a mission-aligned, accountable, and high-ownership work culture- Act as a leadership coach to internal managers and portfolio founders- Lead by example and inspire a strong sense of ownership and purpose across the organizationIdeal Candidate ProfileMust-Haves- 12-15 years in leadership roles across funds, accelerators, or venture-backed health/tech startups- Hands-on operator with experience in venture building, P&L management, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional execution- Exposure to portfolio management, startup fundraising, and investor communications- Strong understanding of the healthcare or life sciences ecosystem (or demonstrated ability to learn deeply and quickly)- MBA from a Tier 1 Business School (India or Global)- Exceptional communication and presentation skills — ability to craft compelling presentations, lead high-stakes meetings, and represent GHX with clarity and confidence- Executive presence, global outlook, and stakeholder fluencyPreferred- Prior experience in a platform role at a venture studio, fund, or innovation-led accelerator- Strong networks across healthcare, medtech, or health-tech investing- Background in consulting, policy, or innovation strategy is a plus- Proven ability to scale operations and manage multi-stakeholder complexityWhy GHX?- Platform to shape the future of healthcare innovation in India and emerging markets- Immediate executive leadership- Collaborative environment with deep access to hospitals, capital, and global networks- Purpose-driven work with real-world impact and scale potential