ICF International is a consultancy firm with offices in the UK, Europe, and worldwide. We provide research, analytical, research, analytical, implementation and evaluation services to governments, regulators, and international institutions across a range of policy areas and issues. We offer critical insight and rigorous analytical techniques to deliver innovative solutions and thought-provoking analyses for our clients.
We are looking for a Managing Consultant with Public Sector Expertise to join our established and expanding International Development team in London. The International Development division works for international aid agencies (such as the UK’s Department for International Development (DFID) and EuropeAid) and other financing organisations (such as the World Bank and Asian Development Bank) on international development projects and programmes that alleviate poverty, support clean energy and the environment, and support other social needs. The division has a London-based team focused on Sub-Saharan Africa as well as teams based in India and the Philippines.
As a Managing Consultant, you will have the opportunity from day one to lead and contribute to a diverse range of projects and proposals for clients throughout the world, particularly those operating in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. You will be a core part of our growing and collegiate team of like-minded international development specialists who have a passion for applying their skills and knowledge to help solve complex problems for our clients. You will have the chance to develop your knowledge and skills further through excellent training and development opportunities.
You will have at least 8-10 years’ experience and a Master’s Degree in Public Policy/International Development/ International Relations/ Economics or related field. You should also have strong analytical and communication skills. Managerial experience in a consultancy environment would be welcome. Familiarity with Public Financial Management (PFM) is essential for this role, including knowledge of budgeting policies and processes, strengthening tax administration at central and local levels, financial information systems, public procurement and audit procedures, financial accountability mechanisms, international initiatives and frameworks on PFM.
You will have worked in a consultancy/ donor or implementation environment and you will understand what it takes to construct and deliver successful public sector reform projects in challenging contexts internationally, working as part of a team to deliver common goals.
Main Tasks:
- Win, manage and deliver public sector and governance projects for a range of clients, especially bilateral and multilateral donors, with a particular focus on public financial management.
- Build and maintain relationships with a range of key clients in these fields.
- Manage project teams and subcontractors, taking responsibility for meeting client needs within quality, time, and budget constraints.
- Develop expertise and intellectual property within the company on public financial management and related public sector/ governance issues.
- Identify and contribute to business development and marketing opportunities.
Basic Qualifications/ Experience:
- Master’s Degree in Public Policy/International Development/ International Relations/ Economics or related field.
- At least 8-10 years relevant professional experience.
- Significant experience working with DFID and at least one other major bilateral or multilateral donor – e.g. The World Bank, EuropeAid or the African Development Bank.
- Experience of winning and successfully delivering public sector reform projects for DFID and other clients, particularly in Public Financial Management.
- Significant experience working on international projects, preferably in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Substantial technical expertise in PFM, including: knowledge of budgeting policies and processes; strengthening tax administration at central and local levels; financial information systems; public procurement and audit procedures; financial accountability mechanisms; international initiatives and frameworks on PFM.
- Substantial technical expertise in at least one of the following areas: service delivery, civil service reform, decentralisation, governance and accountability, or economic growth.
- Experience in capacity building and training in the technical areas is desirable.
- Business development and marketing experience.
- Project management experience, including international projects, throughout the project lifecycle – e.g. policy/ project design, implementation, evaluation, dissemination.
- Experience of managing teams.
- Strong analytical and technical writing skills with a proven ability to produce and summarise complex evidence-based findings in a clear and engaging style.
- Experience of evaluating projects preferred.
- Fluency in French is an advantage.
Required Skills:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills and self-motivation.
- Strong analytical skills in relevant areas.
- Solid personal computer skills (Microsoft applications).
- Ability to prioritise and multi-task, and work under strict deadlines.
- Willing to travel regularly internationally.
- Ability to work independently and achieve challenging targets.
- Ability to lead and work within multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary teams spread across several countries and time zones.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information.
- Ability to be flexible to handle multiple priorities.
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