Lead- Data and Insights Practice

About the company- We Partner to deliver social impact at scale

It is a global impact consulting firm from India. Since 2009 we have been engaging with communities, business and government to achieve 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 advisory & orchestration services, knowledge and data platforms which we have built as public goods for the ecosystem and collaborative solutions and partnerships.

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

The Opportunity

We are looking for a leader to drive our Data and Insights Practice. The Data and Insights Practice will lead our work across all businesses towards strengthening data systems, using established and emergent techniques to drive data driven decision and delivering high quality assessments and evaluations to a wide range of stakeholders.

This individual will own the unit's strategic direction, sales and client engagement, and people leadership, underpinned by deep expertise in technology, data, and impact measurement frameworks. You will be responsible for driving business growth, building a high-quality team, establishing a delivery model that leverages technology and data expertise to deliver value to clients and actively fostering a culture of innovation. The role will include working closely with the Sattva leadership in driving the strategic direction to Data and Insights Practice at Sattva.

The leadership role will be responsible for:

Building Vision & Strategy of the Data and Insights Practice:

- Define and lead the long-term strategic vision of the Data and Insights Practice that is aligned on creating long-term social and ecological impact.
- Leverage latest advances in Technology, Data Science and AI to envision solutions and services that Sattva can provide to deliver value to our customers
- Engage potential clients across Philanthropy, ESG and Sustainability towards driving growth, delivering value and building a sustainable business practice
- Represent the business unit in executive leadership discussions and contribute to overall organizational growth
- Embed a tech-first approach into business operations, client solutions, and team culture.

Sales and Business Development

- Drive sales strategy, lead high-stakes pitches, and develop long-term relationships with enterprise clients, foundations, Non-profits and government partners.
- Identify new revenue streams, co-develop digital offerings, and scale data-led advisory products.
- Collaborate with marketing and partnerships teams to elevate the firm's thought leadership in the impact-tech space.
- Demonstrate the organization's capabilities across Data, Measurement and Evaluations as a unique selling proposition for potential partners or clients in key events and forums.

Technology & Data Innovation

- Lead the design and implementation of scalable, tech-enabled impact measurement frameworks and data infrastructure for knowledge leadership and delivery excellence
- Oversee and manage the India Data insights portal and manage integration of AI/ML, data visualization, and cloud technologies to support advisory and reporting services.
- Ensure compliance with data ethics, privacy, and responsible AI principles.

People & Delivery Management

- Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing multidisciplinary team of impact strategists, data analysts, and technologists.
- Lead the team in delivering high quality engagements by supporting them in interpreting complex data sets to identify trends, deriving actionable insights, and providing strategic recommendations to multiple clients at leadership level
- Foster a growth-oriented, inclusive, and high-accountability team culture.
- Champion continuous learning and innovation within the team..
- Facilitate expert technical assistance, training, and ongoing capacity-building support to program teams and other staff to enhance their knowledge, skills, and data literacy
- Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with other business units, teams to ensure seamless integration of impact measurement across the organization.

Client Engagement

- Lead client engagements through relationship building, active listening and providing strategic inputs which align with their vision of high impact on the ground and the ecosystem.
- Co-create solutions to meet client's current and future needs and work closely with key stakeholders.
- Lead stakeholder engagement, analysis and presentation of synthesized outputs and recommendations based on in-depth understanding of client's work, developmental needs of the program beneficiaries.
- Influence decision making and action to enable positive and sustainable impact.

External Engagement & Thought Leadership

- Stay abreast of global standards and frameworks such as SDGs, IRIS+, GRI, SASB, ESG and SFDR.
- Guide clients on aligning business goals with impact strategies and KPIs.
- Represent the company in conferences, working groups, and global advisory councils on impact and data innovation.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with external evaluation consultants, research institutions, peer organizations, and funding partners.
- Represent the organization in relevant forums, conferences, and networks, contributing to the broader discourse on impact measurement and sharing the organization's learning and best practices.

What we are looking for: We are looking for passionate individuals who align with our vision and have the following profile and core competencies:

- Education: Master's degree (or higher) in a relevant field such as Data science , Social Sciences, Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, International Development, Public Health, Program Evaluation, or a related discipline.

- Experience:
- 15–20 years of progressive experience in technology, data science, analytics, or digital transformation, with at least 5+ years in a leadership role.
- Proven track record in leading business units, owning P&L, and driving cross-functional teams.
- Deep understanding of impact measurement frameworks and the sustainability/ESG ecosystem.
- Strong commercial acumen and experience in enterprise-level consulting or SaaS solutions.
- Demonstrated experience in strategy development, team building, and revenue generation.
- Excellent communication, storytelling, and stakeholder management skills.
- Familiarity with the social impact landscape in India, including relevant government policies, funding trends, and local contexts, is highly desirable
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- Preferred Skills:
- Experience working in or with social enterprises, foundations, or multilateral institutions.
- Knowledge of AI/ML applications in social impact or sustainability
- Familiarity with digital platforms such as Tableau, Power BI, Salesforce, or ESG-specific software.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and deliver high-quality results under pressure.
- High degree of emotional intelligence, cultural sensitivity, and adaptability.
- Unwavering commitment to the organization's mission, values, and a passion for driving measurable social impact.

It's not about us really- Because IMPACT is everybody's business.

- Create Impact: Make an impact with the work you do and solutions you design
- Work Environment: Thrive in a diverse, inclusive and collaborative environment
- Learn & Grow: Challenge yourself to learn, grow and deliver the best you can
- Future Ready: Work on critical issues of today that will affect our collective tomorrow

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