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The Chief of Staff is the strategic execution partner to the India Country Manager, responsible for translating priorities into measurable outcomes. The role drives operating rhythm, cross-functional alignment, strategic initiatives, government affairs coordination, and leadership effectiveness across the India organization. As a trusted advisor to the Country Manager, the Chief of Staff enables decision-making, orchestrates high-impact initiatives, manages governance and execution mechanisms, and strengthens relationships across government, industry, academia, and internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities 1. Country Strategy & Executive Support Focus: Enable the Country Manager to drive enterprise priorities and country-level strategic outcomes. • Support development and execution of India country priorities and strategic initiatives • Drive leadership alignment and OSIR review processes • Provide structured analysis, insights, and recommendations for key decisions • Develop executive communications, presentations, and briefing materials • Ensure effective follow-through on leadership actions and commitments 2. PMO & Operational Excellence Focus: Drive execution discipline, governance, and organizational effectiveness. • Lead strategic program and portfolio management across country initiatives • Establish governance mechanisms and operating cadences • Track progress, dependencies, risks, and action closure • Drive accountability and execution across cross-functional stakeholders • Improve processes, reporting, and operational effectiveness 3. Government Affairs & Ecosystem Engagement Focus: Strengthen NXP India's external influence and strategic partnerships. • Support Government Affairs strategy and policy advocacy efforts • Coordinate engagement with government, industry bodies, academia, and research institutions • Manage ecosystem initiatives involving startups, universities, and innovation programs • Develop briefing materials and stakeholder engagement plans • Identify partnership opportunities that support NXP India's growth and reputation 4. Stakeholder Management & Organizational Impact Focus: Foster alignment, collaboration, and organizational effectiveness. • Build strong relationships across business groups, functions, and external stakeholders • Facilitate leadership forums, councils, and executive workshops • Promote collaboration and alignment across the India organization • Support culture, accountability, and continuous improvement initiatives • Serve as a connector between leadership priorities and organizational execution Qualifications & Experience Education • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Technology, Business, Public Policy, or a related field. • MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification preferred. Experience • 10+ years of experience in strategy, program management, consulting, business operations, ecosystem development, government affairs, or leadership support roles. • Experience managing cross-functional initiatives involving executive stakeholders. • Exposure to technology, semiconductor, innovation ecosystems, startups, academia, or government collaboration programs is highly desirable. Key Skills & Competencies • Strategic planning and execution • Program and portfolio management • Executive stakeholder management • Government affairs and ecosystem engagement • Executive communication and storytelling • Data-driven problem solving and decision support • Cross-functional leadership and influence • Governance, operating rhythm, and performance management • Relationship building and collaboration • Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive outcomes in a matrix organization Success Measures The successful candidate will be measured by: • Effective execution of Country Manager priorities and strategic initiatives • Timely closure of leadership actions, milestones, and commitments • Quality of governance, operating rhythm, and executive reporting • Strength of cross-functional alignment and stakeholder engagement • Impact of government affairs and ecosystem initiatives • Leadership satisfaction and organizational effectiveness improvements This position is designed to be a highly influential leadership enablement role, serving as both a strategic advisor and operational catalyst for India Country Management office. More information about NXP in India... LI-9415