Deputy Director – Strategy, Planning, 2026—Gates Foundation

OpenDoorHub; New Delhi; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Gates Foundation in New Delhi, India, seeks a Deputy Director for Strategy, Planning, Management and Measurement, Learning & Evaluation to lead evidence-based strategy and portfolio performance at the India Country Office.

This senior role requires a strong MBA or equivalent and 12+ years in leadership within global health and development, overseeing a four-function team and reporting to the Country Director.

Qualifications

• MBA and/or other advanced degree in Business, Public Policy, Statistics, Evaluation Science, Development Planning, or equivalent.
• At least 12 years of experience in leadership roles within global health and development organizations.
• Proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders and manage complex portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and portfolio reviews in coordination with ICO leadership and cross-foundation forums.
• Develop and implement a portfolio management approach to optimize resource utilization.
• Partner with Finance on annual investment plans and forecasting.
• Lead data-driven insights to inform portfolio planning and management.
• Provide strategic support to program teams on grant development and management.
• Define and track success metrics for strategy, portfolio, and grants.

Job description

Deputy Director – Strategy, Planning, 2026—Gates Foundation

The Deputy Director – Strategy, Planning & Management and Measurement, Learning & Evaluation at the Gates Foundation leads evidence-based strategy and portfolio performance. The role requires an MBA and 12+ years of experience in global health and development. The Deputy Director will oversee implem

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is seeking a Deputy Director – Strategy, Planning & Management and Measurement, Learning & Evaluation to lead the India Country Office's analytical and operational efforts. With at least 12 years of experience in leadership roles, the successful candidate will have a deep understanding of global health and development issues. The Deputy Director will lead a team of four functions and report to the Country Director, ICO.

Overview

The Deputy Director – Strategy, Planning & Management and Measurement, Learning & Evaluation is a senior leadership role at the Gates Foundation's India Country Office.

• Lead strategy and portfolio reviews in coordination with the ICO Executive Team and cross-foundation forums
• Develop and implement a portfolio management approach to foster stewardship and resource utilization
• Partner with Finance on developing annual investment plans and forecasting
• Lead initiatives to generate data-driven insights to inform portfolio planning and management
• Develop and execute strategic support to program teams on grant development and management
• Identify success metrics for strategy, portfolio, and individual grants

The ideal candidate will have an MBA and/or other advanced degree in Business, Public Policy, Statistics, Evaluation Science, Development Planning, or equivalent, with at least 12 years of experience in leadership roles.

• Experience in global health and development organizations, multilateral institutions, private sector, universities/research institutions, or consulting
• Proven ability to lead a team and influence stakeholders
• Experience working on teams with diverse cultural and professional backgrounds
• Lead a team of four functions: Strategy, Portfolio Planning & Management, Measurement Learning & Evaluation, and Program Assistants
• Partner with the Deputy Director, Leadership Advising to advise senior leadership on enterprise strategy
• Contribute to enhancing capabilities with government and domestic institutions in India

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the location of the role?

The role is located in the Gates Foundation's India Country Office in New Delhi, India. Relocation assistance is available.

What is the required experience for the role?

The ideal candidate will have at least 12 years of experience in leadership roles in global health and development organizations.

What are the key responsibilities of the role?

The Deputy Director will lead strategy and portfolio management, oversee implementation of business processes, and lead initiatives to generate data-driven insights.

What is the deadline for applications?

Applications are accepted until Friday, July 17, 2026.

What type of degree is required for the role?

The ideal candidate will have an MBA and/or other advanced degree in Business, Public Policy, Statistics, Evaluation Science, Development Planning, or equivalent.