Operations Manager-Health & Rehab

As a Manager Operations in the Health & Rehabilitation Program at Valid, your role is crucial in ensuring the smooth and efficient execution of the program across multiple sites. You will be responsible for operational planning, logistics, procurement, financial management, vendor coordination, data reporting, field support, compliance, and risk management. Your efforts will directly contribute to the timely and quality service delivery in alignment with program goals and organizational expectations. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and execute operational plans aligned with program goals and MoU deliverables. - Ensure infrastructure readiness and resource availability across all program sites. - Coordinate timelines, work plans, and field operations with clinical and administrative teams. - Manage procurement of medical equipment, therapy materials, and other program essentials. - Maintain cost-effective systems for transport, logistics, and supplies. - Identify and onboard vendors aligned with program needs and manage contracts and SLAs. - Support collection and consolidation of operational data from multiple sites. - Conduct regular field visits to monitor implementation fidelity and identify challenges. - Ensure adherence to organizational policies, donor protocols, and health and safety standards. - Report to the Senior Manager Operations on implementation status, challenges, and areas of improvement. Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's or Masters degree in Management, Public Health, Social Work, Hospital Administration, or related field. - 3-5 years of experience in operations management, preferably in health, rehabilitation, or nonprofit sectors. - Experience in logistics, procurement, and vendor management in a multi-site program. - Familiarity with public health programs, disability services, or rehabilitation interventions is preferred. Working Conditions: - Office-based role with frequent coordination across field locations. - Work hours: 9 am to 6 pm (Monday to Friday) with flexibility based on field needs. - Occasional travel to field sites, vendor locations, and community-based program areas. Skills and Competencies: - Strong project coordination and logistical planning skills. - Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and operational tracking tools. - Excellent problem-solving, vendor negotiation, and resource management abilities. - Strong documentation, reporting, and communication skills in English; knowledge of Kannada or other local languages is an asset. - Ability to multitask, manage timelines, and work collaboratively across departments.,