Head - Strategic Projects

Job Overview We are seeking a high-caliber, dynamic, and strategically minded State Head for Bihar . As the highest ranking executive in the state, you will be the custodian of our brand, operations, and government relationships across Bihar. The ideal candidate will possess a powerful blend of operational excellence and exceptional political/bureaucratic acumen.

You will serve as the primary architect for building and maintaining deep government tie-ups and liaisoning , while seamlessly managing the day-to-day end-to-end operations of the entire state. Furthermore, you will be the ultimate Point of Contact (PoC) for all high-profile delegation visits, VVIP movements, and critical state-level interventions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Government Liaisoning & Strategic Tie-ups Bureaucratic & Political Networking: Cultivate, nurture, and leverage deep relationships with key state government officials, Bureaucrats (IAS/IPS), Secretariat staff, and local municipal bodies to advance organizational objectives. Policy & Compliance Advocacy: Track state policy changes, identify risks or strategic opportunities, and align organizational operations to comply with Bihar state regulations. MOU & Contract Management: Drive public-private partnerships, secure necessary state approvals, and oversee the successful signing and execution of government contracts/MOUs.
2. End-to-End State Operations Operational Leadership: Provide strategic direction to the entire state team, ensuring all operational metrics, project deadlines, and quality standards are consistently met. Risk Management & Problem Solving: Act as the first line of defense for any local crises, labor/vendor disputes, or operational bottlenecks, resolving issues swiftly to minimize disruption.
3. VVIP Management & Point of Contact (PoC) High-Profile Visits: Serve as the central PoC for all corporate, board-level, and international delegation visits to Bihar. Protocol & Coordination: Seamlessly manage local hospitality, security coordination, and itinerary planning for VVIP visits, ensuring flawless execution that aligns with state protocols. Public Relations: Act as the face of the organization for state-level media, PR crises, and major industry forums in Bihar.
4. Team Leadership & Capacity Building Talent Management: Mentor, coach, and scale a high-performing local team across operations, administration, and ground-level execution. Cross-Functional Alignment: Collaborate closely with Central/National teams (Legal, HR, Finance) to ensure state operations remain aligned with macro corporate policies. Required Qualifications & Skills Education: Post-Graduate Degree (MBA, Master’s in Public Policy, Public Administration, or related fields) from a reputable institution. Experience: 12–15+ years of experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role (State Head, Regional Manager, or senior Liaisoning role) specifically within the state of Bihar . Regional Nuance: Deep, intrinsic understanding of Bihar’s socioeconomic, political, and cultural landscape. Fluency in Hindi is mandatory; knowledge of local dialects (Bhojpuri, Maithili, Magahi) is highly advantageous. Liaison Track Record: Proven history of dealing directly with state-level ministries, secretariats, and regulatory bodies with a track record of successfully unlocking bureaucratic bottlenecks. Communication & Demeanor: Executive-level presence, impeccable negotiation skills, and a calm-under-pressure attitude suitable for handling high-stakes VVIP visits.