Editor and chief

About the Company

Digital Health News (DHN) is India's first dedicated digital health news platform, delivering HealthTech news, insights, trends, and policy updates. Established by industry-recognized HealthTech leaders, DHN is more than just a media platform; it is an ecosystem driving innovation and collaboration in digital health. Our initiatives include DHN Forums, DHN HealthTech Innovation Challenge, DHN and CHIME India Surveys, DHN Podcasts, and many more, all aimed at shaping the future of healthcare. With a mission to empower healthcare stakeholders across the globe, DHN provides actionable insights that enable success in the evolving digital health landscape. At DHN, we are committed to advancing India’s digital health journey and creating a platform where healthcare innovation thrives.

About the Role

We are seeking a visionary Editor in Chief to lead our editorial and news operations, manage a dynamic content team, and strengthen DHN’s position as the go-to source for HealthTech insights. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for content strategy, news coverage, partnerships, and audience growth.

Responsibilities

• Editorial Leadership:

  Shape and drive DHN’s editorial vision across digital platforms, ensuring quality, accuracy, and innovation in every piece of content.

• Content Operations:

  Oversee news gathering, coverage of industry developments, and trend analysis; ensure consistent delivery of 10–12 high-quality articles daily (or as agreed).

• Team Management:

  Lead and mentor a team of 6–8 correspondents, journalists, and content creators, fostering creativity and editorial excellence.

• Podcasts & Multimedia:

  Plan and produce at least 3 high-impact podcasts per month featuring industry CIOs and thought leaders; explore new content formats like video and newsletters.

• Partnerships & Alliances:

  Build and nurture relationships with healthcare organizations, startups, corporates, and associations to enhance DHN’s reach and credibility.

• Market Visibility:

  Identify and represent DHN at industry events, conferences, trade shows, and government meetings; evaluate sponsorship opportunities to boost visibility.

• Innovation & Tools:

  Recommend tools, subscriptions, and processes to improve team productivity and editorial quality.

• Business Support:

  Collaborate with leadership on strategies for audience expansion, revenue growth, and event-driven content initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Journalism, Communications, Public Health, Media, or related fields.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in editorial roles, with proven leadership in news, media, or healthcare journalism.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare, HealthTech, and emerging industry trends.
• Excellent networking and relationship-building skills with senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver under tight deadlines and manage high-performing teams.
• Proficiency in CMS, analytics, social platforms, and multimedia content creation.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for innovation and storytelling.

Required Skills

• Strong leadership and editorial skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in digital health or healthcare journalism.
• Familiarity with multimedia content production.

Pay range and compensation package

• Competitive compensation and performance incentives.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.