Management Consultant- Senior Associate at Sydani Group

Location: Abuja 

Travel requirement: Up to 50% 

Role description 

As part of the Sydani team, the Management Consultant- Senior Associate will work as the project or workstream lead under the supervision of the 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 the 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 

Note: The duties and responsibilities described below are not exhaustive. Additional tasks may be assigned as necessitated by business demands. 

Project Management 

• Manage account-specific consulting plans for accounts across the entire spectrum of Cognizant Business Consulting capabilities.
• Lead multiple engagements delivering billable client work for large transportation & logistics sector clients
• Oversee project design plan
• Facilitate project inception meetings with key stakeholders to align on project objectives, scope, and implementation timelines, and routine project check-in meetings to provide updates to client/donor. 
• Provide technical leadership in the development of project execuapproachesroach and tools. 
• Provide on-the-job mentoring to a  project team.  
• 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 and provide feedback on 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 sustainabilitSydani's operations. 
• Develop the capacity of the team on responding to RFPs and/or developing 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 6 years of professional experience in the health or development sector. 
• Desirable: PhD. or 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 3 years of progressive relevant experience.
• Managementement consulting experience is an advantage 
• 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 
• Reliable relationship and stakeholder manager, able to promote team building and collaboration 
• Outstanding quantitative, qualitative, statistical analysis, data synthesis, and report writing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong team working 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.

Performance management 

For performance management and accountability, the Management consultant- Senior Associate will work with the Engagement manager or Principal (as appropriate) to develop and agree on a program-specific scope of work, results in framework plan, and deliverables. These would inform the development of program-specific KPIs to be tracked, along with the technical responsibilities of the Management consultant- Senior Associate for performance review and performance improvement.

What we offer 

Sydani offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, competitive compensation, generous bonuses, rapid career growth, and the opportunity to work with a team of seasoned consultants and an ever-expanding network of industry experts.