Manager Non-Communicable Diseases - NCDconnect

IDA Foundation; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 vacation days

Commute allowance

Pension plan

Training opportunities

Job summary

IDA Foundation seeks a Manager NCDconnect to develop and expand access to NCD medicines and devices, translating strategy into measurable outcomes. You will lead growth, market development, and operational excellence while building durable relationships with customers and suppliers.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, align resources, and drive sustainable solutions with a focus on LMIC health equity and impact for patients living with NCDs.

Qualifications

• University-level education required.
• 5–7 years of experience in New Business Development, route-to-market strategies, program management, team management, customer relationship management, supply chain management, and operations.
• Affinity with finance is a prerequisite.
• Experience in NCDs, preferably in LMICs.
• Fluency in English (French/Spanish a plus).
• Stakeholder, ecosystem and funding management at leadership level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow access to NCDconnect medicines and medical devices.
• Translate strategy into tangible impact and sustainable growth.
• Lead execution of the NCDconnect strategy across growth, market development, and operations.
• Build long-term relationships with customers, suppliers and partners.
• Identify opportunities across countries, customer segments, and product portfolios.
• Collaborate across supply chain and commercial teams to maximize impact.

Skills

New Business Development

Route-to-Market

Program Management

Team Management

Customer Relationship Management

Supply Chain Management

Operations

Finance Affinity

Non-Communicable Diseases

English Communication

Education

University Level

Job description

About Us

IDA Foundation is an independent social enterprise providing medicine and medical goods to healthcare organisations worldwide, at the best price possible. We recognise that in today's world, essential medicines remain out of reach for too many people. IDA bridges those gaps so that healthcare providers have access to quality products at a fair price. We distribute over 3000 different health products to customers and partners in over 130 countries. We work with international and local NGOs, large donor organisations, ministries of health and central medical stores, and smaller mission hospitals.

Headquartered in Amsterdam, we are a global organisation with 200 employees representing over 30 nationalities. We have offices in India, China and Nigeria, a warehouse in Dubai (UAE), as well as a global network of agents and distributors in over 30 countries. We pride ourselves on our professional, diverse and multicultural team, which is passionate about our mission.

Please visit www.idafoundation.org for more information.

We are currently looking fora Manager NCDconnect

Full-time position (40 hours/week)

LMIC (Low- and Middle-Income Country) healthcare markets and the public health landscape are changing rapidly. In this dynamic environment, we are looking for a talented and impact-driven manager who can identify opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and drive sustainable growth while improving access to essential medicines and medical devices for people living with non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

As Manager NCDconnect, you are responsible for developing and growing access to NCDconnect medicines and medical devices, translating strategy into tangible impact and sustainable business growth. You lead the execution of the NCDconnect strategy, focusing on growth, market development, and operational excellence across diverse healthcare ecosystems. You build and maintain long‑term relationships with customers, suppliers, and strategic partners, with the aim of creating more resilient, cost‑effective, and predictable supply chains. You drive growth by identifying and prioritizing opportunities across countries, customer segments, access pathways, and product portfolios, while building on successful initiatives and partnerships. You bring a strong strategic perspective and translate complex challenges into practical solutions that deliver measurable impact. With an entrepreneurial mindset, you drive sustainable growth while balancing the bigger picture with effective execution.

In this role, you lead and coordinate cross‑functional efforts across teams and departments, ensuring the right resources, capabilities, and processes are in place to achieve sustainable growth and continuous improvement initiatives. You work closely with colleagues across the organization, including supply chain and commercial teams, to maximize impact and deliver value to customers and patients. You have a strong affinity for health equity, global health, and the healthcare ecosystems in LMICs, and contribute to IDA's strategic priorities and new business opportunities that expand access to quality healthcare solutions worldwide.

Education & Experience

• University Level
• 5 – 7 years of relevant experience in New Business Development (NBD), route-to-market strategies, program management, team management, customer relationship management, supply chain management, and operations. Affinity with finance is a prerequisite
• Experience in the field of Non-Communicable Diseases, preferably in LMIC countries
• Fluency in writing and communication in English (fluency in French/Spanish is an advantage)
• Stakeholder, Ecosystem and Funding Management on leadership level

BENEFITS:

At IDA Foundation, we ask a lot of our employees, but we also give a lot in return. This includes:

• Great colleagues: You’ll work in an international team of enthusiastic, motivated professionals in an open atmosphere
• Inspiration and development: We offer training and personal development opportunities for all employees
• Fun: Department and company outings, and we make sure to celebrate our successes together
• Making an impact: IDA offers a great opportunity to use your passion and skills for good, while working in an enthusiastic team and stimulating environment
• Salary and holidays: We benchmark salaries against mid‑sized companies in the Netherlands, and to support a healthy work‑life balance we offer 30 vacation days for a full‑time contract. In addition, we offer a commute allowance and a defined contribution pension

Additional Information – We take care of our people

As a company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you are looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, IDA is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. We strive to have parity and believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do. Success is celebrated and integrity is the core of who we are at IDA.