# Chief Institutional Strategy & Program Development Officer

> Executive Recruiting Group · New Delhi, India (Hybrid) · Contract · Posted 2026-02-16

**Workplace:** hybrid

## Description

Role Summary 

The Chief Institutional Strategy & Program Development Officer leads the organization’s institutional engagement, public positioning, and program management functions. Reporting directly to the President & CEO, this role ensures that institutional affairs, communications, and program management are seamlessly integrated to achieve strategic objectives. 

Key Responsibilities 

-   Develop and execute institutional engagement strategies aligned with national and regional industrial plans in India. 

-   Build and manage relationships with government ministries, regulatory bodies, and regional authorities. 

-   Advise senior leadership on legislative and regulatory developments impacting the organization. 

-   Shape and manage the organization’s public positioning and corporate messaging. 

-   Oversee media relations, stakeholder platforms, and strategic communications plans. 

-   Lead cross-functional teams in the development and execution of complex programs and market strategies. 

-   Conduct market analysis, assess commercial viability, and manage risk across priority sectors. 

-   Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, including ministries, industry groups, suppliers, and international partners. 

-   Identify and pursue public and private funding opportunities. 

-   Ensure alignment between institutional efforts and access to industrial finance mechanisms. 

-   Track and respond to regulatory changes affecting business operations.

## Requirements

Ideal Candidate Profile 

-   Proven experience in institutional affairs, strategic communications, and program management. 
-   Existing connections with commercial/DOD/military Network

-   Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills. 

-   Deep understanding of industrial strategy, public funding, and regulatory environments. 

-   Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

## Apply

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