Consultant - Water (Research and Engagement)

Position: Consultant
Employment type: Full Time
Location: Delhi/ Mumbai/ Bangalore
About Sattva
We Partner to deliver social impact at scale.
Sattva Consulting is an Indian-origin, Global impact consulting firm and since 2009 we have been engaging with communities, businesses and government to deliver societal impact at scale.

We believe that Civil society, Business and Government all have a critical role to play in building an equitable and sustainable world, and we actively partner with all stakeholders to enable impact through our research & advisory services, knowledge platforms and collaborative initiatives.

Our teams are based in India, Singapore, Denmark and UK, but as a global organization our work has spanned 25 countries and 5 continents. For more information, please visit:

About Water Data Exchange (WDE)
The Water Data Exchange (WDE) is an initiative to create an open digital infrastructure that enables access to credible, granular, and actionable water intelligence. WDE will unlock value across key use cases—such as water numeracy for farmers, risk forecasting for industries, and basin-level collaboration—by integrating diverse data sources and enabling an open infrastructure for the ecosystem to contribute, consume and collaborate on data and water intelligence. The program aims to impact 20 million households over five years on water security, through collaboration with government, corporate, civil society, and research stakeholders.

The Opportunity
As Consultant, you will be responsible for supporting the execution of the research and ecosystem engagement track by engaging potential partners, synthesising the outputs and leading the execution of the roundtables and annual event. You will be a part of cross-functional teams, work closely with governments, companies, civil society organisations and philanthropic partners to guide the WDE's scaling journey from pilot to population-level adoption. This is a unique opportunity to shape a digital public good at the intersection of water sustainability, data, and technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Research & Synthesis:
• Lead independent research tracks for the WDE initiative, engaging colleagues and partners, and delegating to junior team members as appropriate.
• Support the team in developing use case designs through both secondary and primary research.
• Develop and implement stakeholder surveys for primary research on use cases.
• Provide support to the team on water and hydrological related aspects.

• Synthesize research outputs to generate actionable insights and recommendations.

• Ecosystem Engagement:

• Engage with potential partners, including companies, to become Water Data Champions and be associated with the Water Data Exchange for water stewardship.
• Orchestrate and facilitate participation in coalitions of like-minded organizations focused on solving water security challenges.
• Support the development of social capital for WDE by championing collaborative, transparent, and mission-aligned governance structures.
• Support the execution of roundtables and the annual event to foster ecosystem collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Program Delivery:
• Own and lead specific activities for program delivery, ensuring alignment with the WDE's overall roadmap.
• Lead and support stakeholder, partner, and client engagement.
• Support the execution of WDE's phased roadmap, including pilots, tech development, ecosystem engagement, and state-level implementation.
• Ensure successful delivery of high-quality, on-time, on-budget milestones across various workstreams (tech, partnerships, MLE, communications).

Key Qualifications And Experiences

• Must-Have:
• 4-6 years of experience in action research, project management & complex operations, stakeholder management in corporate, social enterprises, consulting firms, or global foundations.
• Technical expertise and background in the water sector, with understanding of hydrological processes.
• Proficient in collecting, analyzing, researching and presenting data using various tools and methodologies to facilitate decision-making and convey insights effectively.
• Efficient in time and quality management, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work that exceeds client expectations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, crafting clear documents and impactful presentations for effective team and client communication.
• Skillfully cultivates and maintains positive relationships with clients, understanding their needs and delivering high-quality service and support.
• Good-to-Have:
• Experience in working in multi-stakeholder setup and cross-functional teams
• Experience in working with hydrological models
• Background in water science, sustainability, public policy, or environmental science.

Why Sattva and WDE?

• Be at the forefront of shaping a national public good with potential for global replication.
• Work with a purpose-driven, interdisciplinary team solving complex societal challenges.
• Learn, grow, and influence key national missions through data and systems change.
• Build relationships with the most credible and committed actors across the public, private, and social sectors.

How to Prepare?
This is your opportunity to showcase not only your qualifications but also your unique personality and passion for making a meaningful impact. Approach your application with intentionality, ensuring that each word reflects your commitment to excellence and aligns seamlessly with the values of Sattva.

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Sattva is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, caste, creed, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected and/or marginalized characteristics. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are essential to our business and we foster an environment of respect and a culture that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We are committed to providing all employees with education, training, and development opportunities to create a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and included.