FSG - Associate - Research/Analysis

Associate

About FSG:

FSG is a mission-driven consulting firm. We are experienced advisors to corporate, foundation, and nonprofit/NGO leaders. Through our combination of customized consulting services, powerful insights, and ground-breaking initiatives, we help clients around the world create a more equitable and sustainable world.

FSG's collaborative approach combines rigorous data analysis with facilitation and a passion for impact. We help companies design social impact strategies that strengthen their businesses, and we help funders and nonprofits develop and evaluate strategies that advance their missions.

We've worked with clients such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, CIFF, Tetra Tech and H&M Foundation to create social impact in education, sanitation, health, economic mobility, community development, and more.

Associate (Mumbai, India):

Associates in FSG's Mumbai office will primarily work in our Inclusive Markets approach area. Our Inclusive Markets approach leverages innovative business models to help provide households with low-income with beneficial products and services and better livelihoods. Projects range from market-building programs that involve direct engagement with entrepreneurs and households with low-income, to research projects where we investigate important issues and publish cutting-edge content for a global audience. Over the last few years, our Inclusive Markets team has worked across 35 countries in Asia and Africa. Our expertise spans diverse sectors including health, sanitation, housing, education, and are responsible for executing discrete parts of work modules within a broader project including:

- Working with team members to develop hypotheses

- Gathering and analyzing data to generate robust and compelling insights that address module and broader project objectives

- Communicating viewpoints and analyses in articulate, compelling, and creative ways

- Helping to build and maintain relationships with clients, funders, partners and other external stakeholders

Associates are also responsible for contributing to other aspects of the firm's development including:

- Supporting the creation of articles, publications, and blog posts through research, writing, and editing

- Assisting with research for business development proposals as needed

- Contributing to the intellectual capital of the firm and playing an active role in developing FSG's practice in Asia and & Experience:

- A relevant undergraduate degree (e.g., Business, Economics, Humanities and Social Sciences, or Engineering,) from a top tier school

- Excellent academic credentials in undergraduate coursework; demonstration of analytical and quantitative coursework strongly preferred

- Relevant work or internship experience in the business and / or development sectors (e.g., conducting research and data analysis to develop structured and compelling strategic recommendations); experience in strategy consulting or blue-chip corporates is a plus

- Academic and / or practical experience in business strategy, marketing, finance and operations, and related analytical techniques is a plus

- Experience of living, studying or working in a developing country - familiarity with India is a plus

- Experience working or volunteering for a social impact organization; experience gathering data including perspectives of people directly experiencing the particular social issue is a plus

- Experience considering and/or applying equity and inclusion principles is preferred (e.g. disaggregating data, addressing disparities between populations and/or designing culturally appropriate interview guides, etc.)

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

- Fluency in English is required

- Proficiency in Hindi and other Indian language/s is a plus

- Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint is a plus

Personal Qualities:

- Strongly motivated to tackle the tough challenges of poverty and drive social change

- Able to travel domestically or internationally up to 30% of the time (travel requirement varies considerably by project)

- Emotionally intelligent - able to collaborate in teamwork settings with colleagues and clients

- Comfortable working on difficult, complex and ambiguous problems where there may be no definitive 'right answer'

- Capable of working on multiple, overlapping tasks in a fast-paced environment

- Able to take initiative and drive work with moderate supervision and is a full-time position based in FSG's Mumbai office. Salary is competitive for position and sector.

Work Authorization:

Visa sponsorship is not available for foreign nationals for this position due to employment laws set by the government of India. However, foreign nationals who have a valid PIO (Person of Indian Origin) or OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) status may apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to and value diversity, equity and inclusion.

Safeguarding Commitment:

FSGers are expected to always conduct themselves with respect and professionalism, ensuring their actions align with the organization's values, policies, and code of conduct. They must actively contribute to creating an environment free from harm, discrimination, and harassment, both within the workplace and in external interactions. Safeguarding, the act of taking proactive steps to prevent harm and ensure the safety and well-being of individuals, particularly those who may be vulnerable, is a core priority at FSG. Any employee may engage with vulnerable groups during their employment, making it essential to uphold these standards consistently and actively report any concerns or violations of FSG's safeguarding policies.

For more information on FSG, please visit our website at www.fsg.org