Associate Consultant - Research and Engagement

Position : Associate Consultant

Employment type : Full Time

Location : Delhi / Mumbai / Bangalore

About Sattva

We Partner to deliver social impact at scale.

Sattva Consulting is an Indian-origin, Global impact consulting firm and since 2009 we have been engaging with communities, businesses and government to deliver 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 research & advisory services, knowledge platforms and collaborative initiatives.

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 :

About Water Data Exchange (WDE)

The Water Data Exchange (WDE) is an initiative to create an open digital infrastructure that enables access to credible, granular, and actionable water intelligence. WDE will unlock value across key use cases—such as water numeracy for farmers, risk forecasting for industries, and basin-level collaboration—by integrating diverse data sources and enabling an open infrastructure for the ecosystem to contribute, consume and collaborate on data and water intelligence. The program aims to impact 20 million households over five years on water security, through collaboration with government, corporate, civil society, and research stakeholders.

The Opportunity

As an Associate Consultant, you will support the team on ongoing execution and program management of the overall WDE initiative. You will be a part of cross-functional teams, work closely with governments, companies, civil society organisations, on-ground partners, philanthropic partners and farmers to guide the WDE’s scaling journey from pilot to population-level adoption. This is a unique opportunity to shape a digital public good at the intersection of water sustainability, data, and technology.

Key Responsibilities

Presentation :

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.

Data Analysis :

Understand the objectives of analytics, the project context, and identify relevant data for achieving objectives

Conduct relevant quantitative / qualitative analysis on the data to cull out meaningful insights relevant to client problem

Present data insights in a concise and meaningful manner using relevant visualisations

Research :

Possess understanding of different types of research, research methodologies, and research frameworks

Lead primary and secondary research (proficiency in literature review, market research, solution landscape mapping , policy research, etc.)

Prepare interview questions for primary research, manage focus groups, carry out interviews and conduct surveys

Cull out insights from research findings

Project Management :

Possess an understanding of project management frameworks and the different stages of a project

Contribute towards project planning and work closely with the project lead in maintaining governance routine to track progress of the project

Actively track project timelines and independently own multiple small deliverables or parts of larger deliverable

Strive to create a collaborative climate with teams, partners, and clients

Identify, articulate, and report risks effectively and on time

Problem Solving :

Possess knowledge of problem-solving frameworks (such as issue trees) and use them to solve simple problems or parts of a complex problem

Bring rigour and curiosity, following due process to solve simple problems or parts of a complex problem

Conduct primary and secondary research to arrive at the insights needed to solve the problem

Distinguishes between relevant and irrelevant pieces of information while presenting the problem, approach and solution to key stakeholders

Stakeholder Engagement :

Practise active listening in internal as well as external discussions

Ensure proactive and regular communication with relevant stakeholders

Build credibility with relevant stakeholders through effective and on time delivery

Key qualifications and experiences

Must-Have :

2-4 years of experience in consulting, research, project management, stakeholder management in corporate, social enterprises, consulting firms or global foundations

Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in  environmental sciences, development studies or equivalent

Why Sattva and WDE?

Be at the forefront of shaping a national public good with potential for global replication.

Work with a purpose-driven, interdisciplinary team solving complex societal challenges.

Learn, grow, and influence key national missions through data and systems change.

Build relationships with the most credible and committed actors across the public, private, and social sectors.

How to Prepare?

This is your opportunity to showcase not only your qualifications but also your unique personality and passion for making a meaningful impact. Approach your application with intentionality, ensuring that each word reflects your commitment to excellence and aligns seamlessly with the values of Sattva.

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Together towards a sustainable world with opportunity for all!

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.