Associate- Project Management

We are #hiring for a social sector consulting firm!

Job Description:

1. Project Execution Support: Support the day-to-day execution of one or more projects or workstreams. Assist in creating work plans, tracking progress against deliverables, and ensuring timely and high-quality output.
2. Grant & Program Delivery: Assist in managing deliverables tied to grants, including tracking timelines, gathering data, supporting reporting, and ensuring documentation aligns with funder requirements.
3. Partner Coordination: Liaise with external partners such as non-profits, companies, government entities, and vendors. Support in organizing partner meetings, capturing notes, tracking follow-ups, and maintaining strong partner communication, while building long-term relationships.
4. Research & Analysis: Conduct background research, benchmarking, and stakeholder mapping as required. Synthesize findings into actionable insights to support decision-making and strategic planning.
5. Knowledge & Documentation: Assist in drafting reports, case studies, presentations, toolkits, and other knowledge outputs. Ensure project documentation is organized and up-to-date.
6. Ecosystem Engagement Support: Support ecosystem engagement efforts including event coordination, outreach to stakeholders, and tracking engagement activities. Represent the team in external convenings when needed.
7. Team Coordination & Logistics: Help coordinate internal team meetings, take meeting notes, manage calendars, and support logistical needs related to consultants, events, and other operational requirements.

Job Requirements:

1. 3-5 or more years in the Indian and/or international development sector
2. Entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to work independently, build systems and processes, and navigate a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.
3. Ability to manage complex project deliverables with agility and adaptability
4. Budget management
5. Proven experience in managing multi-stakeholder initiatives, engaging with senior stakeholders, and fostering partnerships. Nuanced and mature management of external partnerships.
6. Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
7. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a strong ability to craft compelling narratives and translate insights into actionable strategies.
8. Impact-first and outcome-focused approach
9. Familiarity with both public and private sectors and the donor/philanthropy space.
10. Background or interest in gender, women's studies, healthcare, or related fields preferred.