ICF International is a consultancy firm with offices in the UK, Europe, and worldwide. We provide 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 in Urban Development 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, promote inclusive economic growth and urban development, 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. 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 to 10 years of experience and a Master’s Degree in Urban Planning or Development Economics or a related field. A PhD would be advantageous. You should also have strong analytical and communication skills. Managerial experience in a consultancy environment would be welcome. Familiarity with the design, implementation and assessment of urban development (planning, economic development, resilience) projects and programmes is essential for this role, including: urban data collection, analysis and reporting; urban plan making and policy and strategy formulation; land use and management; and local/municipal governance and finance.
You will have worked in a consultancy/donor or national, regional or local government and you will understand what it takes to deliver successful urban development projects in challenging contexts internationally, working as part of a team to deliver common goals.
Main Tasks:
- Win, manage and deliver urban development projects for a range of clients, especially bilateral and multilateral donors
- 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 urban planning, economic development, and urban resilience issues.
- Identify and contribute to business development and marketing opportunities.
Basic Qualifications/ Experience:
- Master’s Degree in Urban Planning or Development Economics or a related field. A PhD would be advantageous.
- At least 8-10 years of relevant professional experience.
- Significant experience working with DFID and other major bilateral or multilateral donors, e.g. The World Bank, EuropeAid or the African Development Bank.
- Experience of winning and successfully delivering urban development projects for DFID and other clients.
- Significant experience working on international projects, with Sub-Saharan Africa experience.
- Substantial technical expertise in urban development, including: data collection, analysis and reporting; plan making and policy and strategy formulation; land use and management; and local/municipal governance
- Substantial technical expertise in at least one of the following areas: urban planning, urban economics, urban environmental management/resilience
- 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.
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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