South East Asia (SEA) Business Manager, Viya Health Enterprises (VHE)

 

SouthEast Asia (SEA) Business Manager, Viya Health Enterprises (VHE)Location: Vietnam or Cambodia Travel: 25-30% regional and international travelReports to: Vice President, Social Business Unit & Global Operations*If you are unsure if you are in an eligible location, please visit our Career page for more details.

Who we are?

Viya Health Enterprises is a social business registered in several countries around the world, and with activities in Southeast Asia – as a spin off from PSI, an international organization created in 1970 to promote access to SRH products, Viya Health leverages a legacy of product distribution, communication campaigns and strong footprint in over 20 countries around the world to better support individuals in their health journeys. From periods to pleasure, Viya provides to its users the tools and resources to make the right decisions for their bodies, health, and future. Viya Health Enterprises’ goal is to deliver a frictionless user experience both through our own delivery and in partnership with others - connecting content and community with products and services and always keeping our consumer as our CEO.

Join us!

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven SEA Business Manager to spearhead our growth initiatives across Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. You will drive business growth, ensure operational excellence, and execute the Viya Health vision in these markets. This role involves exploring new opportunities, assessing market potential, and developing innovative business cases. Additionally, you will ensure the strategic alignment of existing business operations and facilitate funding efforts.

You will also oversee a regional service hub that supports in-market entities in HR, finance, supply chain & procurement and other as needed. A significant portion of your focus will be on the Vietnamese market and the regional hub, with lighter supervision of the Cambodian market, which also serves Laos as an export destination. You will collaborate with each country to design strategies for growth and explore new market opportunities as needed. Additionally, you will lead discussions to establish regional partnerships that ensure operational efficiency, foster business growth, and advance the vision for a fully-fledged Viya ecosystem.

You will also lead efforts to secure funding for business growth, including grants, free capital, and local investment.

You will report to the Vice President, Viya Health Global and supervise in-market staff in Vietnam and Cambodia, as well as a service hub manager. You will coordinate closely with a regional manager on the non-profit side of PSI and liaise with various teams at global and regional level. You will base either in Vietnam or Cambodia with a competitive local remuneration package.

 

What You'll Do

 

Key responsibilities include:

 

Business Development and Innovation:

• Identify and explore new business opportunities in healthcare and wellness in the region.
• Conduct feasibility studies and assess the market potential for new ventures.
• Develop comprehensive business cases and business plans for new ideas and projects.
• Search for and secure funds within the region and globally to support new initiatives.

 

Strategic Business Oversight:

• Oversee the development and execution of strategic plans for current businesses.
• Ensure business plans are implemented efficiently and effectively, tracking key performance metrics. Oversees P&L results and takes corrective action as needed.
• Provides guidance to the various business functions, including sales, digital and operations to improve efficiency and productivity

 

Digital Strategy:

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop a cohesive regional digital ecosystem and identify revenue streams through digital activities.
• Identify and cultivate partnerships that can help accelerate the VIYA vision in Southeast Asia.

Stakeholder Engagement & Representation:

• Position the organization within the broader Southeast Asia community by identifying stakeholders, seeking funding, and integrating evidence into business model design.
• Represent the organization to local businesses, investors, governments, and other stakeholders, ensuring a balance between profitability and social impact.
• Collaborate closely with the nonprofit side to align operations and strategic objectives.

 

Operational Efficiency & Governance: