Arthan Looking For Strategy Consultant at Delhi Cantonment, Delhi, Full Time

It is a non-profit organisation committed to transform India’s education system and enabling every child to reach their full potential. We work closely with national, state, and local governments to transform government schools and government systems. We advocate for policy improvements, support mentoring and monitoring, and enhance student-teacher engagement in classrooms. Our work has been recognized internationally, including receiving the Commonwealth Education Awards for innovation and being featured in reports by respected organisations like the UN and the National Ministry of Education, India, and we are well-funded by both Indian CSR and prominent international Foundations working toward a common purpose of excellent education for the most disadvantaged sections of society. Driven by our core values of impact, excellence, and leadership, we are a restless, resilient, and reflective organisations.

Role Description

We are looking for a Strategy Consultant who will provide strategic, executive, and development support to the CEO. The Strategy Consultant serves as the primary point of contact for the CEO and will use excellent communication skills, a solid understanding of her needs and preferences and a sound sense of judgement.

The Strategy Consultant will also serve as a liaison to the Board of Directors and senior management teams, organize and coordinate executive outreach and external relations efforts, and oversee special projects.

Responsibilities Would Include

Strategic Portfolio Support: Provide strategic support to the CEO in aligning organizational objectives with overarching goals.

Manage relationships with key stakeholders, investors, and board members. Take a lead role in hiring for critical positions within the organization.

Support the team with problem-solving efforts in the CEO’s absence, addressing critical challenges and driving solutions across various projects.

Project Management and Analysis: Conduct research on prospective corporate and foundation donors, evaluate current needs, and prepare proposal materials.

Conduct detailed analysis across various projects, identifying opportunities for improvement and optimization.

Devise and document strategic roadmaps, learnings, and insights derived from project activities, ensuring their internal and external applicability.

Draft reports, letters of solicitation, and proposals, coordinating communication with donors and prospects on behalf of the CEO.

Thought Partnership: Serve as a strong thought partner for the CEO by actively participating in discussions and providing valuable insights.

Support the ideation and execution of new initiatives within the project portfolios by collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Facilitate brainstorming sessions and contribute innovative ideas to drive project innovation and success.

Role Requirements

Candidates with 3-5 years of experience in management consulting and strategy/project management roles, and preferred experience with the social impact sector.

Additionally, experience working with government entities and familiarity with the Indian education system are highly desirable.

Soft Skills: Excellent project management skills, a clear drive for results, strong communication skills, ability to multitask, ability to work at fast-pace and exceptional work ethic are critical to success in the role.