Senior Associate, Health Practice (South Africa) at Genesis Analytics

Requirements
ROLE DESCRIPTION

• We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our Health Practice. You will work with an excellent and diverse team to deliver high-quality consulting and technical assistance projects across the areas of infectious diseases and women’s health. 

Key responsibilities:

• Manage projects, generate sound advice and provide quality assistance to clients - use skills and experience to break down difficult problems into tractable component parts and identify practical ways to resolve each component. 
• Conduct and review both qualitative and quantitative analysis. Synthesize findings into clear, well-structured reports and presentations that drive decision-making.
• Review the inputs of junior consultants - nurture, train and mentor junior consultants
• Prepare clearly thought-out and logically written documents using MS Word and MS PowerPoint 
• Identify and pursue new opportunities, contribute to proposals, and strengthen relationships with existing and potential clients.
• Interact and negotiate with clients 
• Contribute to the Health Practice’s intellectual capital, thought leadership, and positioning as a trusted impact partner in the health sector.
• Engage with clients, partners, and government counterparts to facilitate collaboration, influence strategy, and ensure strong delivery partnerships.
• Keep abreast of industry developments 

Requirements:

• Genesis consultants carry a balanced combination of powerful intellect, strong technical skills, and a consulting character to match. Successful candidates for roles at Genesis: Are passionate, self-motivated problem-solvers who value integrity and exhibit ethical behaviour. They are analytical thinkers and fast learners with an excellent academic record. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy the flexible nature of the job, and like to hit the ground running. You are pro-active and hands-on, with the ability to not only work effectively as part of a team, but also to motivate the team and ensure they can excel.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s degree in relevant field (e.g. MPH, MBBCH, MBA) or equivalent experience;
• Minimum 6 years of professional experience, at least 5 of which spent in oversight of donor programs; 
• Technical expertise in the area of infectious diseases and sexual and reproductive health and rights;
• Experience in knowledge management would be an advantage;
• Experience working across sub-Saharan Africa and understanding of regional epidemics and pandemics;
• Experience working with and implementing donor-funded programmes preferably in the health sector;
• Experience working with multi-lateral organisations as well as country programme managers building and maintaining good relationships and identifying and leveraging from collaboration opportunities
• Financial and operational management experience for successful programme delivery
• Excellent writing, presentation and interpersonal communication skills