Associate Consultant-Non Profit Advisory

Location: Bangalore

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 Non-Profit Advisory

One of the core areas of focus for Sattva is strengthening nonprofits and social enterprises through a hands-on approach, to help orbit-shifting scale and impact. In the last ten years, Sattva has enabled over 500 organisations to create impact at scale. Within Sattva, the Non-profit advisory vertical aims to enable aspirational organisations create impact at scale. The vertical provides services across three levels; First, the vertical helps build overall strategic clarity through various offerings, such as organisational strategy, new market entry, and retained advisory. Second, through program enablement offerings, the team assesses program readiness and designs pathways and solutions to pilot and scale programs. Third, via institutional building activities such as Monitoring and Evaluation, Fundraising Strategy, Organisational Design, and Talent Advisory, the vertical strategically builds organisational, financial, and legal structures appropriate to achieve objectives and aligned with the vision. In practice, the team keeps evolving its support to nonprofits based on the changing needs on the ground and from communities across all sectors.

The Opportunity

Seeking an Associate Consultant who can -

• Assist organizations in developing effective strategies and program plans that work well at the grassroots level.
• Enhance organizational impact by improving systems, coordinating programs, and ensuring long-term sustainability.
• Maximize impact by engaging with the community and fostering collaborations.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Solving simple problems or parts of complex problems by having an understanding of a basic problem-solving framework
• Conducting rigorous secondary and primary research to arrive at the insights needed to solve the problem
• Engage with stakeholders proactively through predictable delivery and effective communication.
• Supporting the team in project management and delivery by sharing relevant information and updates on deliverables proactively with the team
• Go beyond own deliverables to support others in the team or the larger organization where required
• Support the operations of the project/ program, including managing logistics and coordinating with multiple teams
• Work smoothly with peers and managers and can receive constructive feedback well
• Creating reports, tools to inform the effectiveness of the project, on-ground efforts
• Contribute to the creation of proposals after understanding project financials at a headline level
• Deliver high-quality documents consistently and work with the team to ensure the timely delivery of project deliverables
• Support in documentation of learnings and potential creation of reusable knowledge from the project

The Ideal Candidate:

Our goal is to realize the impact on the ground and to drive a collective win by engaging with multiple stakeholders. We are looking for individuals who align with our mission of alleviating poverty in our lifetime and have the following profile:

• 2-4 years of consulting experience, preferably with a postgraduate degree in business management.
• Has strong problem-solving abilities with agility and speed.
• Can demonstrate ownership of time and quality management, and adeptness in collaborative environments, showcasing patience, tenacity, and grace under pressure.
• Has experience in primary and secondary research.
• Possess the required technical skills for data analysis and representation.
• Has client engagement experience with proficiency in client management.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Has proficiency in concise communication, presentations, and data analysis.
• Prior experience in Monitoring and Evaluation is advantageous.
• Comes with a motivation to create impact through work.

Why Sattva?

It's not about us really- Because IMPACT is everybody’s business.

• 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

How to Prepare?

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.

FAQs on the Hiring Process

Next Steps

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.