Position: Consultant - Government ConsultingEmployment type: Contract ( 1 Year, Open to extension/ conversion basis performance)Location: Delhi ( Work 5 days out of client office)
We Partner to deliver social impact at scale
Sattva Consulting is a global impact consulting firm from India. Since 2009 we have been engaging with communities, business and government to achieve societal impact at scale.We believe that Civil society, Business and Government all have a critical role to play in building an equitable and sustainable world, and we actively partner with all stakeholders to enable impact through our advisory & orchestration services, knowledge and data platforms which we have built as public goods for the ecosystem and collaborative solutions and partnerships.Our teams are based in India, Singapore, Denmark and UK, but as a global organization our work has spanned 25 countries and 5 continents. For more information, please visit: www.sattva.co.in
About The Team
Foundations team collaborates with a network of global philanthropic foundations, alongside multilateral aid agencies, aiming to inform, influence, and profoundly impact social and environmental outcomes resulting from their investments in diverse sectors such as education, child development, gender, health, and more. Our primary focus is on catalysing ecosystem transformation by rigorously solving problems, formulating strategic solutions which are logically sound, effective on the ground and ensuring all stakeholders are effectively engaged while their interests are covered.The OpportunityAs a Consultant in the Foundations team, you will be an integral part of a team that designs and builds solutions that best address our clients’ needs and create measurable impact. As a Consultant, you will get an opportunity to work alongside individuals/teams on program strategy, business development, problem solving and stakeholder engagementKey responsibilities
- Project Management
- Independently build simple project plans and manage daily responsibilities efficiently.
- Actively track project milestones and manage multiple streams within the project to ensure execution as per timelines.
- Possess excellent time management and prioritisation skills to work on key activities directly linked to impact outcomes.
- Proactively identify and report project-related risks, mitigating them in consultation with the project lead.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of key project knowledge assets, ensuring all critical information is well-documented and easily accessible.
- Research and Presentation
- Possess a broad understanding of different types of research, research methodologies, and research frameworks.
- Lead primary and secondary research (proficiency in literature review, policy research, solution landscape mapping).
- Conduct relevant quantitative/qualitative analysis to cull out meaningful insights
- Present readings/research findings into insights using a visually compelling manner
- Adhere to standards of strategic communication (pyramid principle, objective communication, brevity, simplicity)
- Develop templates and document key project artefacts, notes, decks, and databases to ensure the efficient delivery of client-facing deliverables.
- Problem Solving
- Demonstrate the ability to accurately frame complex problems and translate them into clear and actionable questions for their team.
- Identify and collect the necessary data and information, synthesising them to derive the insights required to address the problem effectively.
- Takes ownership of the problem-solving process, demonstrate a robust inclination toward taking action and prioritising client needs
- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders and seek assistance when needed to ensure effective problem resolution.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Build credibility and influence with the middle management of client organisations through proactive engagement and demonstrated experience.
- Actively engage with clients, comprehending both articulated and unarticulated needs.
- Articulate your perspective by leveraging pertinent information, compelling arguments, and illustrative examples
- Able to influence middle management of the client; the client takes the individual's views and opinions into account.
- Team Collaboration
- Work with junior team members and provides guidance to the Associate or Analysts on the team to ensure the achievement of high-quality project deliverables on time
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders of the organisation, actively contributing innovative ideas and frameworks as needed to support business growth initiatives.
- Able to give and receive constructive feedback to the team members in a respectable manner.
- Manages conflict within the team in an open and transparent manner
- Strategic Thinking
- Keep abreast of new trends in the relevant sector or ecosystem area and make it a point to gather diverse perspectives, frameworks, and mental models to build their strategic thinking ability.
- Understand the larger vision for the organisation/project/area of work and align their work accordingly.
- Able to take a step back from their day-to-day work on a frequent basis to consider trends or insights that may impact their work
Key Qualifications And Experiences
- 4-6 years of experience in consulting, project management & complex operations, stakeholder management in corporate, social enterprises, consulting firms or global foundations
- MBA or an equivalent postgraduate degree in business management or development studies
- Experience in working and analysing large data sets
- Knowledge of APIs, website development, dashboarding tools Knowledge of statistical metrics like correlation etc.
- Prior experience in a client or customer facing role and diverse stakeholder management
- Prior experience in leading small teams is an added advantage
- Experience working in a multi-stakeholder environment will be an added advantage
- AI knowledge particularly on the development of chatbots etc is desirable
Why Sattva?
It's not about us really- Because IMPACT is everybody’s business.
- Create Impact: Make an impact with the work you do and solutions you design
- Work Environment: Thrive in a diverse, inclusive and collaborative environment
- Learn & Grow: Challenge yourself to learn, grow and deliver the best you can
- Future Ready: Work on critical issues of today that will affect our collective tomorrow
Sattva is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, caste, creed, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected and/or marginalized characteristics. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are essential to our business and we foster an environment of respect and a culture that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We are committed to providing all employees with education, training, and development opportunities to create a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and included.
