Analyst - Government Consulting

Sattva Consulting; Mumbai; On-site; INR 670,000 - 1,004,000; Part time

Job summary

Sattva Consulting is seeking an Associate Consultant in the Foundations team based in Mumbai on a contract basis. You will contribute to research, analytics, stakeholder engagement, and strategic problem solving to deliver client-focused advisory services.

You will work on presentations, data analyses, and primary/secondary research while coordinating with government and NGO stakeholders, with travel to project sites as required.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in consulting, research, project management, or stakeholder management.
• Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in political science, development studies, sociology, economics, or equivalent.
• Experience in the social impact / development sector preferred.
• Client-facing experience is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel to client locations as required.

Responsibilities

• Present readings and research findings in a visually compelling manner.
• Develop templates and document key project artefacts, notes, decks and databases.
• Understand analytics objectives and identify relevant data.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis to derive insights.
• Lead primary and secondary research including literature reviews and policy research.
• Contribute to project planning and track progress with the project lead.
• Manage multiple small deliverables and report risks on time.
• Foster collaboration with teams, partners, and clients.
• Apply problem-solving frameworks to tackle issues and present solutions.
• Engage with stakeholders through meetings, workshops and convenings.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Research

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in political science, development studies, sociology, economics, or equivalent

Job description

Position: Analyst
Employment type: Contract
Location: Mumbai
Business Unit: Foundations Advisory
Language preference: Marathi speaking preferred

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 an Associate 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 an Associate Consultant, you will get an opportunity to work alongside individuals/teams on research, problem solving, stakeholder engagement, program strategy and/or implementation.

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 a broad 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.
• 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 a 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 basic 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.
• Assist in preparing for and coordinating meetings, workshops, and convenings with key government stakeholders.

Key qualifications and experiences

• 0-2 years of experience in consulting, research, project management, stakeholder management in corporate, social enterprises, consulting firms or global foundations.
• Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in political science, development studies, sociology, economics, or equivalent.
• Prior experience in the social impact / development sector—including research, policy implementation, or fieldwork with government stakeholders or NGOs will be preferred.
• Prior experience in a client or customer facing role will be an added advantage.
• Display humility, willingness to listen and excitement to learn.
• Willingness to work from client location, 5 days a week, if required / travel to remote locations as per the requirements of the project.

Why Sattva?

• -- Create Impact:Make an impact with the work you do and the 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

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.

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.

Please note: The organization follows a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy, under which employees are required to use their personal laptops for work purposes, subject to compliance with the company’s information security and IT policies. Necessary tools for operating, like MS office etc, will be provided.