Consultant- Policy Research and Government Engagement

Position : Consultant

Employment type : Contract

Location : Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Business Unit : Foundations Advisory

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 : 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 Opportunity

As 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. You will have the opportunity to work on programme strategy, business development, problem solving, and stakeholder engagement, alongside talented individuals and team. As a part of this role, you will also work closely with India's apex policy think thanks on various programmes, actively engaging government stakeholders to drive impactful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management :
• Independently build simple project plans and manage daily responsibilties efficiently.
• Actively track project milestones and manage multiple streams within the project to ensure execution as per timelines.
• Possess excellent time management and priortisation 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.
• 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.
• Conduct relevant quanitative and qualitative analyses using tools such as MS Excel, presenting data insights and trends in concise, meaningful manner with relevant visualisations.
• Takes ownership of the problem solving process, demonstare a robust inclination towards 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 middle management in client organisations through proactive engagement and demonstrated expertise.
• Actively engage with clients to understand both articulated and unacticulated needs.
• Liaise with stakeholders across the system- including grassroots organisations, community members, and government representatives.
• Articulate perspectives by leveraging relevant information, compelling arguments, and illustrative examples
• Influence middle management so that client decisions taike your views and recommendations into account.
• Team Collaboration :
• Work with junior team members and provides guidance to the Associates 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 recieve 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

Why Sattva

It's not about us really- Because IMPACT is everybody's business.

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.

FAQs on the Hiring Process

Next Steps

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.

Skills Required

Problem Solving, Ms Excel, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management