Andhra Pradesh Government - Consultant/Research Associate - Strategic Advisory & Project Management (3-8 yrs)

Job description

Role & responsibilities:

- The role demands a high level of expertise in public sector consulting, policy formulation, project execution and application of IT into various functional domains.

- Successful candidates will exhibit the ability to drive systemic change, manage complex projects, and navigate the intricacies of government processes with precision and diplomacy.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Advisory & Policy Formulation

- Provide high-impact advisory services to multiple state government departments, delivering tailored strategies to enhance governance, streamline service delivery, and drive reform efforts.

- Evaluate current policy frameworks, identifying areas for improvement and proposing forward-looking initiatives that align with the Swarna Andhra @ 2047 vision.

- Offer expert insights on national and global best practices, ensuring that the state remains at the forefront of innovation in governance and public service.

2. Project Lifecycle Management

- Lead end-to-end project management for a diverse portfolio of initiatives across key primary, secondary and tertiary sectors.

i. Primary sector:

- Agriculture and Allied Sector (Horticulture, Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairy).

ii. Secondary Sector:

Education, Industries: Pharmaceuticals and Lifesciences, Agri and Food Processing Sector, Metals, Chemicals, Aerospace & Defence, Renewable Energy, Tourism, Women and Child Development, Disaster Management, Geriatric and Old-Age Care Department

iii.Tertiary Sector:

- Service Sector e.g., IT&ITeS Services (including digital governance), Financial Services, Education Services, Health, Pharmaceuticals, Insurance, Environment and Climate, Forest, and Legal Services.

iv. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

- Design and implement robust project management frameworks, ensuring stringent monitoring of timelines, resource allocation, budget adherence, and quality outcomes.

- Establish clear project milestones and performance indicators, ensuring accountability and consistent progress tracking through regular reporting and performance reviews.

3. Implementation of Swarna Andhra @ 2047 Vision

- Act as a key contributor to the execution of the Swarna Andhra @ 2047 Vision, driving initiatives that support economic growth, sustainability, and improved quality of life for citizens.

- Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate long-term strategic goals into actionable departmental projects, ensuring a seamless alignment of state resources and objectives with the vision.

- Spearhead research and analysis on critical developmental challenges, providing evidence-based recommendations that support informed decision-making at the highest levels of government.

4. Multi-Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management

- Engage proactively with senior officials across the state government, facilitating cross-departmental collaboration and ensuring that consulting efforts are fully aligned with departmental priorities.

- Foster and manage relationships with external partners, including private sector experts, academic institutions, NGOs, and international organizations, leveraging these networks to advance key initiatives.

- Organize and lead high-level workshops, strategy sessions, and cross-functional meetings, ensuring seamless coordination across all relevant entities.

5.Data-Driven Analysis & Performance Reporting

- Utilize data analytics and cutting-edge research methodologies to evaluate the impact of policies, programs, and projects, offering actionable insights to optimize performance.

- Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for senior government officials, distilling complex data into clear, concise, and actionable recommendations.

- Develop and maintain project dashboards, ensuring real-time tracking of project performance and fostering transparency in reporting and communication.

6. Capacity Building & Knowledge Transfer

- Lead capacity-building initiatives within government departments, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and data-driven governance.

- Mentor and develop junior staff, ensuring knowledge transfer and continuous skill enhancement, particularly in areas of project management, strategic planning, and public policy analysis.

- Document lessons learned and best practices from consulting engagements to ensure the scalability and replication of successful initiatives across departments.

Education Qualification: Graduate/Post Graduate in (Public Policy, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, Development Studies, or in a related discipline).

Core Competencies:

1. Strategic Vision: Exceptional ability to align consulting outputs with the broader objectives of state development, ensuring long-term success.

2. Leadership & Influence: Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams, facilitating decision-making, and driving organizational change.

3. Communication Excellence: Superior verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences.

4. Collaboration & Networking: Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills, with the ability to build consensus across multiple stakeholders.

5. Innovative Thinking: Ability to generate innovative solutions and think critically about the intersection of policy and implementation.

6. Adaptability: Capacity to operate effectively in a dynamic and evolving public sector environment, balancing competing priorities with ease.

Professional Experience:

- Minimum of 3-10 years of experience in management consulting, public sector advisory, or project management, with a focus on large scale development initiatives or government projects or multi-lateral development bank projects with any state government or any other organization working in partnership with Government.

Upper Age Limit - Upto 45 years (as on 01.01.2025)

Remuneration - Rs.75,000 - 1,50,000 per Month (As per GO.MS.86 of 30/08/2024)

Selection Process

Candidates will be selected based on their:

1.Academic Qualifications

2.Screening Test

3.Personal Interview

Contract Period - Period of Contract-1 Year (Renewable at the sole discretion of APSDPS and subject to annual performance reviews)

Last Date for Receipt of Applications - 29-10-2024 5:00 PM

Note

- For Job notification visit - http://www.apsdps.ap.gov.in/

- For Application visit - https://apsdpscareers.com

Applications are considered only which are filled at our website as mentioned above

Role: Associate / Consultant

Industry Type: Government / Public Administration

Department: Consulting

Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary/Contractual

Role Category: Management Consulting

Education

UG: Any Graduate

PG: M.A in Economics, PG Diploma in Any Specialization, M.Tech in Any Specialization, MBA/PGDM in Any Specialization, Any Postgraduate