VP – WSN Government Initiative

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About the Organization

Wadhwani Foundation is a high-growth, not-for-profit tech organization dedicated to social good. Over two decades since its inception in 2001, the foundation with worldwide presence has focused on a simple, powerful mission: accelerating job growth and enabling millions to earn a family-sustaining wage and lead a dignified life.

Job Description

The Vice President – WSN Government Initiative will lead and drive strategic engagement with key government stakeholders to enable the expansion and long-term success of the Wadhwani Foundation’s initiatives across India. This leadership role demands a visionary professional with over two decades of experience in navigating government systems, building trusted partnerships, and enabling policy-level alignment for large-scale social impact programs.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about nation-building through entrepreneurship, skilling, and innovation, while bringing a proven track record of working effectively with central and state governments, ministries, and public sector institutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Spearhead high-impact government engagement strategies to scale the Wadhwani Foundation’s programs across regions and sectors.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with senior government officials, policymakers, and relevant ministries.
• Drive collaborative efforts with public institutions, policy think tanks, and government departments for co-creation and joint implementation of Wadhwani initiatives.
• Represent the Foundation in key government forums and policy discussions, advocating for scalable models of innovation, skilling, and entrepreneurship.
• Identify strategic opportunities for partnerships, MoUs, and joint ventures with central and state government bodies.
• Provide thought leadership on public policy and sectoral trends relevant to the Foundation’s mission.
• Work closely with internal leadership, program teams, and field offices to align government engagement efforts with program goals.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Postgraduate degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Management, or related fields.
• Deep domain knowledge in sectors such as skill development, entrepreneurship, economic development, or innovation-led growth.
• Experience in working with foundations, multilaterals, or policy institutions is desirable.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• A senior professional with 20+ years of experience in managing high-level government relations, public sector collaboration, or policy advocacy.
• Demonstrated success in scaling large programs or public-private partnerships within government ecosystems.
• Strong understanding of government functioning, policymaking processes, and institutional frameworks at both central and state levels.
• Prior experience working with or within government departments, ministries, or mission-driven organizations will be a strong advantage.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Passion for social impact, nation-building, and mission-driven initiatives.

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