Manager - Strategic Philanthropy: Development Consulting

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of multiple consulting projects or workstreams, defining scope, methodology, and outputs while ensuring alignment with client objectives.
• Shape research frameworks and analytical approaches, translating data and insights into practical recommendations for clients and partners.
• Ensure high-quality project delivery by supervising teams, reviewing outputs, and providing guidance at key milestones.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to philanthropic foundations, non-profits, multilaterals, government partners, and corporate CSR teams.
• Lead client interactions, including scoping discussions, presentations, and proposal development.
• Build, deepen, and manage long-term client and funder relationships, proactively identifying opportunities for collaboration and growth. Contribute to business development efforts by identifying new opportunities, writing proposals, and shaping multi-million-dollar project pipelines.
• Support practice-wide initiatives such as knowledge-building, research publications, and thought leadership in areas such as inclusive development, water and sanitation, health, education, and livelihoods.
• Represent the firm at external convenings, panels, and sector forums to strengthen visibility and thought leadership.
• Manage, mentor, and develop project teams, providing feedback, coaching, and growth opportunities.
• Build a collaborative, high-performing team culture that emphasizes excellence, innovation, and accountability.
• Contribute to firm-level initiatives such as staffing, training, and internal knowledge-sharing platforms.
  

Candidate Requirement

• 10 years of professional experience in the development sector, management consulting, or advisory, with a strong track record in research, strategy, and multi-stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated success in independently managing projects or divisions with accountability for outcomes, budgets, and stakeholder relationships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to distill complex information into actionable insights.
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, capable of building clear narratives, delivering compelling presentations, and influencing senior decision-makers.
• Proven ability to build and manage long-term relationships with clients, funders, and ecosystem partners.
• Strong people leadership skills, including prior experience in managing and developing teams.