Dalberg, an organization working to build an inclusive and sustainable world is hiring for the position of Program Associate. It is inviting applications from candidates having bachelor’s in Business Administration, Public Administration, Policy, International Relations, Development, and related fields. To know more details read the full article.
About Dalberg
It is a global group working to build a more inclusive and sustainable world where all people, everywhere, can reach their fullest potential. We partner with and serve communities, governments, and companies throughout the world, providing an innovative mix of advisory, investment, research, analytics, and design services.
Today’s complex global problems require new solutions. Comprised of Dalberg Advisors, Dalberg Data Insights, Dalberg Design, Dalberg Media, and Dalberg Research; our businesses approach problems differently and work together to create impact at scale.
About You
- You are a global development leader, and you thrive tackling global issues, from malnutrition to climate change to economic growth, ensuring no population is left behind.
- You enjoy working in high-performing teams and engaging deeply with the decision-makers and on-ground change-makers and you want to put your skills to work – transforming organizations that fund change around the world.
- You have a rich experience of working on the ground with the community and delivering the impact.
- You are a committed self-starter with experience as a ‘top performer’ at a leading consultancy firm or at a well-known social impact organization, a passion for international development, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Our Program Associates live and work around the world, creating a network of global perspectives anchored by local experience in our offices in Africa, Latin America, North America, Europe, and Asia.
- Dalberg combines ground-level insight with experience from top-tier professional services firms and leading academic institutions to create actionable solutions to the world’s most pressing issues.
Qualifications for a Program Associate
- Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Public Administration, Policy, International Relations, Development, Social Entrepreneurship, Social sciences, Economics, Education, or any related field with an excellent academic record.
- Minimum 2 years experience at a leading consultancy and a ‘top performer’ throughout tenure, or a top social impact organization as an associate or at a role where strong problem-solving, facilitating on-groundwork with partners, and clear communication is essential.
- Candidates who have been Fellows at leading fellowships are encouraged to apply.
- Action-driven individual with strong analytical abilities, both quantitative and qualitative.
- Experience in working independently, driving performance and stakeholder management with on-ground partners and clients, and setting up and operationalizing strong project management systems and processes.
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and perform in an entrepreneurial atmosphere.
- A passion for international development, typically evidenced by a strong interest and prior exposure to global issues such as economic development/public health, education, agriculture, or the environment.
- Professionalism and demonstrated experience working with senior officials in the public and/or private sector.
- Sensitivity to the political and cultural environments of international public agencies or similarly complex environments.
- Demonstrated fluency with English speaking and writing skills, proficiency with other local languages a plus.
What you’ll do and how you’ll grow
- Program Associates play a significant role in driving the delivery of innovative and results-oriented solutions for our clients.
- They participate in the problem-solving and execution of our programs, by engaging deeply with the on-ground stakeholders including the community, partners, and our clients.
- They serve as key contacts for specific workstreams within a program, and independently manage and ensure the quality of work.
- They also report progress to the managers and project directors and seek guidance from them.
- Program Associates at Dalberg have experience in project management, they are able to set up and follow processes that lead to efficient delivery of programs.
- They actively participate in the design and implementation of on-ground pilots working directly with clients and partners and driving continuous learning to enhance program outcomes.
- As a recent example, our Program Associates are working on the design, roll-out, and performance management of the Skill India Impact Bond (SIIB) which is the first of its kind Development Impact Bond (DIB) focused on sustainable livelihoods.
Location
Mumbai and New Delhi
Application Procedure
Your application should include a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, tell us why you are excited to explore this opportunity. Please note that the cover letter is a pre-requisite and applications without the same will be auto-eliminated.
Candidate applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Candidates selected for interviews will be invited for several interviews to test analytical and conceptual thinking skills through consulting case questions and to discuss interests and experience. A candidate’s specific title and level of entry will be assessed during the interview process.
