Management Consultant - Associate at Sydani Group

Role Description

• As part of the Sydani team, the Program Associate will work as the project/workstream lead under the supervision of the Senior Associate or Engagement manager (depending on the project structure). S/he will provide technical leadership in the development of evidence-based strategies and in the implementation of these strategies towards achieving project objectives. Also, s/he will ensure the timely achievement of the project deliverables and milestones and will be responsible for providing project updates to the client/donor.

Job Responsibilities
Project Management

• Oversee project design and planning, and lead the development of project work plan with clear timelines and deliverables
• Facilitate project inception meetings with key stakeholders to align project objectives, scope, and implementation timelines, and routine project check-in meetings to provide updates to clients/donors
• Build and maintain trust-based relationships with relevant government stakeholders, development partners, and other stakeholders on assigned projects through sustained engagements
• Provide technical leadership in the development of project execution approach and tools
• Provide on-the-job mentoring to the project team
• Delegate roles/tasks to teammates and provide technical oversight to ensure the timely achievement of project deliverables
• Provide technical leadership to the team on the analysis of project data and in monitoring and evaluation of the project activities outlining insights to optimize performance
• Oversee the development and submission of project reports in line with client/donor requirements and facilitate project closeout

Business development

• Lead the development and submission of grant applications, and technical response to RFPs or expression of interest (EOIs)
• Facilitate brainstorming sessions to pool ideas for developing proposals
• Develop networks and partnerships to promote an understanding of Sydani’s work and ensure the sustainability of Sydani operations
• Develop the capacity of the team to respond to RFPs and develop proposals
• Provide support to senior management as needed, with brand representation and management, staff capacity development, and general leadership and oversight

Leadership development and performance management

• Participate in the Sydani problem-solving, ideation and capacity-building sessions including new staff onboarding and staff mentoring program
• Participate in Sydani’s periodic performance reviews and provide feedback to team members for performance improvement as applicable

Required Qualifications And Competencies

• Required: Bachelor’s degree (First- or second-class upper) from a recognized university with at least 4 years of professional experience in the health or development sector; or
• Desirable: Master’s degree in public health, Health Financing, Health Economics, Health Policy and Management, Health Systems Strengthening, Health Management/Administration, International Development, Business Administration or related fields with at least 4 years of progressive relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience managing development programs, strategy design and systems strengthening initiatives
• A strong record of leadership in an academic, professional, or extracurricular setting (Management consulting experience is an advantage).
• Exceptional diplomacy and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to build strong professional relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Must be a results-oriented individual with experience in developing and tracking self, clients, and team with clear KPIs.
• Must possess strong strategic thinking, problem-solving and thought-leadership abilities
• Outstanding quantitative, qualitative, statistical analysis, data synthesis, and report writing skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office suite
• Fast learner, open to learning and taking feedback from peers, subordinates, and supervisors
• Must be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to travel, work schedule and assignments