SEEK Development is a
growing strategic consulting and policy research group dedicated to supporting and shaping human development globally. We provide specialized support to leading institutions in global health and development around the world, focused on strategy and policy, program/organizational evaluation and development, and knowledge creation. Our clients and partners span global public-private partnerships, multilateral organizations, foundations, governments, civil society, academia and the private sector. We place a specific focus on challenges and opportunities in global health, education, development financing and aid effectiveness. In our work, we draw on strong skills in strategy development, deep content expertise, policy analysis, change management, as well as
evaluation and research methods. For more information please visit http://seekdevelopment.org.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional with outstanding analytical, management, and communication skills to join our growing team. Candidates for the position should be able to function independently and flexibly, have a deep personal commitment to producing results and a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced professional environment. SEEK Development places great value on relevant
personal qualities: resourcefulness, entrepreneurialism, independence, client service orientation, being a team player and a strong work ethic. In turn, we offer an exciting job in a stimulating, international working environment with excellent professional development and impact opportunities.
Position and responsibilities
Reports to: Director, SEEK Development
Location: Berlin, Germany
The Consultant works on a range of client engagements and contributes to the strategic, organizational and business development of our growing team.
Key responsibilities include:
· Leading SEEK’s strategic support to a major client
o Advising the client on a range of strategic and policy issues with regard to global development issues, including health and rural development
o Supporting the client’s strategic collaboration and act as a liaison with German development institutions, including key decision-makers and influencers
o Providing strategic insights, advice and information on German political developments and opportunities/threats
o Preparing briefings, strategy papers and updates
· Managing work streams on other client projects
o Leveraging strong analytical and problem-solving skills to contribute to hypothesis generation
o Conducting research, analysis and synthesis work for assigned work streams
o Contributing to the preparation of interim and final client documents/reports and
presentations, with responsibility for drafting entire sections of the deliverables
o Taking responsibility for aspects of client and project management
· Actively contributing to business development and strategic planning
o Working closely with other team members to proactively identify areas of opportunity,
leveraging own networks and building on areas of expertise and interest
o Actively contributing to client relationship building and proposal writing
o Contributing to SEEK’s internal strategic planning and organizational development
· Taking responsibility for other tasks as required
Requirements
· Advanced degree in business/economics, social sciences, public health or a related field
· Minimum of three years of relevant international work experience related to global development; background in management consulting and in program/organizational evaluation is a plus
· Strong networks within German government and/or parliament; excellent understanding of actors and decision-making processes relating to global development and
health
· Exceptional diplomatic and interpersonal skills, and ability to build relationships quickly
· Excellent writing, research and analytic skills, including quantitative data analysis
· Ability to think strategically and problem-solve in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
· Ability to self-manage: working independently on complex projects and proactively managing areas of responsibility with minimal supervision
· Strong communication skills, including the ability to prepare compelling presentations; oral and written fluency in English and German
· Ability to multi-task and to be effective in high-pressure situations
Please submit your application (including a cover letter, CV and references) to info@seekdevelopment.org by November 9th, 2012.
growing strategic consulting and policy research group dedicated to supporting and shaping human development globally. We provide specialized support to leading institutions in global health and development around the world, focused on strategy and policy, program/organizational evaluation and development, and knowledge creation. Our clients and partners span global public-private partnerships, multilateral organizations, foundations, governments, civil society, academia and the private sector. We place a specific focus on challenges and opportunities in global health, education, development financing and aid effectiveness. In our work, we draw on strong skills in strategy development, deep content expertise, policy analysis, change management, as well as
evaluation and research methods. For more information please visit http://seekdevelopment.org.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional with outstanding analytical, management, and communication skills to join our growing team. Candidates for the position should be able to function independently and flexibly, have a deep personal commitment to producing results and a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced professional environment. SEEK Development places great value on relevant
personal qualities: resourcefulness, entrepreneurialism, independence, client service orientation, being a team player and a strong work ethic. In turn, we offer an exciting job in a stimulating, international working environment with excellent professional development and impact opportunities.
Position and responsibilities
Reports to: Director, SEEK Development
Location: Berlin, Germany
The Consultant works on a range of client engagements and contributes to the strategic, organizational and business development of our growing team.
Key responsibilities include:
· Leading SEEK’s strategic support to a major client
o Advising the client on a range of strategic and policy issues with regard to global development issues, including health and rural development
o Supporting the client’s strategic collaboration and act as a liaison with German development institutions, including key decision-makers and influencers
o Providing strategic insights, advice and information on German political developments and opportunities/threats
o Preparing briefings, strategy papers and updates
· Managing work streams on other client projects
o Leveraging strong analytical and problem-solving skills to contribute to hypothesis generation
o Conducting research, analysis and synthesis work for assigned work streams
o Contributing to the preparation of interim and final client documents/reports and
presentations, with responsibility for drafting entire sections of the deliverables
o Taking responsibility for aspects of client and project management
· Actively contributing to business development and strategic planning
o Working closely with other team members to proactively identify areas of opportunity,
leveraging own networks and building on areas of expertise and interest
o Actively contributing to client relationship building and proposal writing
o Contributing to SEEK’s internal strategic planning and organizational development
· Taking responsibility for other tasks as required
Requirements
· Advanced degree in business/economics, social sciences, public health or a related field
· Minimum of three years of relevant international work experience related to global development; background in management consulting and in program/organizational evaluation is a plus
· Strong networks within German government and/or parliament; excellent understanding of actors and decision-making processes relating to global development and
health
· Exceptional diplomatic and interpersonal skills, and ability to build relationships quickly
· Excellent writing, research and analytic skills, including quantitative data analysis
· Ability to think strategically and problem-solve in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
· Ability to self-manage: working independently on complex projects and proactively managing areas of responsibility with minimal supervision
· Strong communication skills, including the ability to prepare compelling presentations; oral and written fluency in English and German
· Ability to multi-task and to be effective in high-pressure situations
Please submit your application (including a cover letter, CV and references) to info@seekdevelopment.org by November 9th, 2012.
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