SaveLIFE Foundation (SLF) Looking For Chief Technology Officer at New Delhi, Delhi, Full Time

Do you excel at orchestrating high-impact initiatives while fostering a culture of innovation, integrity, and mutual respect? Are you ready to guide strategic programs that will save countless lives and reshape our country’s safety landscape? If so, SaveLIFE Foundation invites you to join our c-suite team. Lead a passionate group of changemakers as we revolutionize road safety and create a lasting legacy of safer roads for all. Now is your moment to make an enduring impact—come be part of this mission.

About SaveLIFE Foundation

SaveLIFE Foundation (SLF) is on a mission to save lives on roads across India. Since 2012, over 1.5 million people have been killed in road crashes in India and close to 5 million have been left seriously injured or permanently disabled. Besides the insurmountable emotional trauma that thousands of families must suffer each year, road crashes deal a crushing economic blow to many families.

SLF is a fast-growing, specialised organisation with a proven track record of delivering large-scale impact. We are best known for getting India its Good Samaritan Law and developing the “Zero-Fatality Corridor” solution to transform dangerous highways into “safe ways”. We are registered as a not-for-profit organisation to ensure complete mission alignment.

Our teams work in a creative environment to build novel solutions and thrive on problem-solving. Over the last 15 years, we have built unique strengths in areas such as forensic investigation of crashes, data analytics and predictive modelling, safety design and engineering, public policy formulation, and strategic communication and training. We strive for excellence in everything we do and build leaders through opportunity and mentorship.

Role Overview

The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) will be a key member of the executive team, responsible for driving the technological vision of SaveLIFE Foundation. The CTO will lead the development and implementation of technology strategies that support the organization’s mission, enhance operational efficiency, and foster innovation. This role requires a visionary leader with a strong background in technology, a passion for sustainability, and a commitment to making a positive impact on the environment.

Your responsibilities include

I. Strategic Planning and Leadership:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive technology strategy aligned with the foundation’s goals and mission.
• Collaborate with the executive team to identify and prioritize technology initiatives.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the technology team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

II. Technology Development and Implementation:

• Oversee the development, deployment, and maintenance of IT systems and infrastructure.
• Ensure the security, scalability, and reliability of technology solutions.
• To develop and scale technology platforms/applications with a focus on incorporating the latest advances from the tech and data world, specifically with regard to AI/ML/LLM.

III. Team Building and Leadership:

• Build and lead the technology team at SaveLIFE Foundation, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Mentor and develop team members, promoting professional growth and continuous learning.

IV. Hands-On Technical Leadership:

• Think strategically while being hands-on enough to architect and implement solutions when needed.
• Understand, analyze, and make decisions around build vs. buy trade offs.

V. Stakeholder Engagement:

• Engage with external stakeholders, such as government officials and peer collaborators, leading technical discussions and building key relationships.
• Represent SaveLIFE Foundation in technology forums, conferences, and networks to advocate for sustainable tech practices.

VI. Vendor and Relationship Management:

• Identifying, building and managing relationships with partners who can build and deploy the necessary applications and technologies to meet the needs of the organization
• Engage with external partners, donors, and stakeholders to leverage technology for collaborative initiatives.

VII. Policy and Governance:

• Create and implement data governance policies to ensure data integrity and security.
• Set and implement organization IT policies that support operational excellence and compliance.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 10-15 years of experience in technology roles, with at least 5 years of experience leading technology teams.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing technology strategies and solutions.

Technical Skills:

• Extensive experience in data management systems, data analytics, and data visualization.
• Clear understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs) & related AI technologies
• Strong experience in AI/ML/LLM technologies (for applications such as data extraction, knowledge management, and route optimization.)
• Strong expertise in web development.

Leadership and Communication:

• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams.

Personal Characteristics

• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Committed to ethical standards and integrity.
• Adaptable and open to continuous learning and improvement.
• Belief in technology as an enabler and not being vested in tech tools per se
• Approachable with a good attitude and empathy towards work done in the social sector

How to apply: Interested candidates can apply for this position by clicking on the following link https://forms.gle/obWbNEWUG3U7Ndv27