Senior Manager, Strategic Initiatives, New York/London

Closing date: Wednesday, 3 December 2014

Reporting Unit/Supervisor: Director, Strategic Initiatives

Location: New York City/Norwalk/London

Travel: International up to 50%

I. TechnoServe Background:

TechnoServe works with enterprising people in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses and industries. We are a nonprofit organization that develops business solutions to poverty by linking people to information, capital and markets. Our work is rooted in the idea that given the opportunity, hardworking men and women in even the poorest places can generate income, jobs and wealth for their families and communities. With more than four decades of proven results, we believe in the power of private enterprise to transform lives.

II. Position Description:

An important element of TechnoServe's 5-year Strategic Plan (2013-2017), involves strengthening our corporate partnerships. This is based on the recognition that large corporations have tremendous potential to leverage and scale TechnoServe's work and will become increasingly important partners for securing public sector funding. The Senior Manager, Strategic Initiatives will report to the Director, Strategic Initiatives, and work in collaboration with TechnoServe' s various field units and Development Division to grow TechnoServe's corporate portfolio and public-private partnerships. This will involve leading engagements with corporate partners and also providing technical and operational assistance to field programs. The Senior Manager is expected to be proficient in a specific sector and geography.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Structure or support structuring analytical engagements for corporate partners that may include developing sustainability strategies, reviewing supply chains and creating local economic development programs
• Project manage strategy engagements including frequent and independent contact with corporate partners
• Conduct in-depth studies, including data analysis and modeling to identify strategic opportunities in specific countries, sectors or value chains for corporate partners
• Develop and deliver presentations to corporate and internal audiences
• As requested, analyze global development challenges or successes to improve performance of Strategic Initiatives
• As appropriate, assist with project design, proposal preparation and ongoing technical support for implementation projects
• Liaise, collaborate and knowledge-share with other parts of the organization to ensure impact of TechnoServe's work
• Participate and/or lead business development and proposal writing
• Additional duties as assigned

III. Required Skills & Experience:

• Advanced degree in business management or other relevant field preferred
• 7-10 years of experience with BS/BA or 5-7 years with Masters working in top tier consulting firm or similar
• Experience working with non-profit/International NGO organizations and field-based experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to effectively service clients/partners, particularly in the for-profit sector
• Demonstrated leadership skills, teamwork and relationship building
• Proven analytical and financial modeling skills
• Excellent oral & written presentation skills required
• Strong computer skills, including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Ability to work independently, flexibly and responsively
• Able to adapt to changing working conditions
• Able to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Travel internationally and domestically up to 50% of time.

IV. Application Instructions:

Qualified and interested applicants should submit a single Word-formatted document consisting of cover letter, resume and salary history to jobs@tns.org. Please identify the position and preferred location for which you are applying in the subject line. Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be considered or contacted. No phone calls please. Closing date for applications is December 3, 2014.

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