Position: Senior Consultant - Corporate & Sustainability (External)
Location: Mumbai
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
The Opportunity
The Senior Consultant will be an integral part of the Corporate Advisory Business Unit, working across multiple projects including a primary CSR Consulting Project for a leading Banking company. In this role, you will be working hand in hand with the team in problem-solving, working with multiple stakeholders, and contributing to the implementation and delivery of CSR projects and engagement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage multiple projects across the corporate sustainability division
Achieve project milestones, ensure high-quality deliverables, and maintain proactive communication by collaborating effectively with the team, client, and Sattva stakeholders
Lead Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) with the team; including due diligence, field visits, co-creating Logical Framework Approach (LFA), and comprehensive impact assessment.
Design and implement employee engagement strategies in collaboration with the team
Build and maintain strategic relationships with the clients
Mentor team members and support cross-team collaboration
Go beyond own deliverables to support others in the team where required
Work smoothly with peers and managers, demonstrating the ability to receive and provide constructive feedback
Who We Are Looking For
At Sattva, our goal is to realize the impact on the ground and drive a collective win by engaging with multiple stakeholders. We are looking for individuals who align with our mission of addressing critical challenges in social impact and sustainability by crafting scalable, actionable solutions and have the following profile:
6-8 years of comprehensive project and stakeholder management experience (preferably in social sector, CSR, or consulting)
Post-graduate degree preferred (MBA/Master's in Social Sciences/Development Studies)
Deep understanding of the roles of various stakeholders in the development landscape (corporate organizations, government, and non-profit)
Advanced knowledge of reporting, strategic planning, and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) frameworks; with a proven track record of managing multiple projects
Advanced interpersonal skills with client relationship management experience
Self-driven with the ability to work in a team to lead complex initiatives
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Demonstrated commitment to social impact
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 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
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.