Current Opportunities at Genesis Analytics

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

• We are looking for a motivated and energetic content editor to join our communications team. They must be able to deal with detail as well as multi-task across the shifting priorities that team confronts daily. This requires an ability to organised and execute marketing plans.
• The content editor’s main role would be the sourcing and development of content for the firm, run the website, updating content and training practices on writing for the website. This involves content for all our social media platforms – and especially LinkedIn – and monitoring all our platforms for content to repurpose They will also work with the team in bolstering internal communications in the firm and look for innovative ways to keep staff informed

Requirements

• Develop ongoing content for all social media platforms – and especially LinkedIn
• Monitoring all our platforms for content to repurpose
• Working with the recruitment team in HR on campaigns
• Edit the welcomes for new arrivals and make sure they are on the website and the Resources Site
• Editing and sourcing content for brochures for the practices
• Work closely with the Business Development Unit (BDU) on proposal materials for the firm
• Organise the Value Unlocked competition with the BDU
• Support the BDU in developing thought leadership in the firm
• Compile the quarterly G: News
• Build our Instagram page to keep staff informed on events in the firm
• Post on sites like Glassdoor on activities at Genesis
• Update the playbook for new recruits (monthly)
• Set up photo sessions for new arrivals (Joburg, CT and  Nairobi)
• Liaise with practice comms champions and provide comms training to staff
• Assist in the organising and marketing of firm events (especially with the TEEC social committee) and administrative support when needed
• Assist the virtuality team where needed

  EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL COMPETENCIES:

•  Education: Post graduate degree with English as a subject somewhere in their degree (doesn’t have to be a major) would be advantage as well as an interest in developing world issues.
• Knowledge and experience: Has worked in the online environment and working experience on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and other emerging platforms. Has demonstratable experience in brand marketing – doesn’t need to be an actual qualification.
• Skills: Communications, publications and marketing experience working as part of a small team within a larger organisation. Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and CMS tools. Copywriting and editing would be an advantage. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Personal competencies: Can work in a team, and work quickly and accurately on their own under pressure. Is curious about the work and has an interesting in development issues. The role requires strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with the firm to improve the flow of communications across the firm.

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ROLE DESCRIPTION

• The purpose of this role is to manage the daily implementation of the call-down projects under the Framework and Technical Assistance Contracts, including amongst others the sourcing and capacity building of consultants, budgeting, contract negotiations, subcontracting, client communications, and all logistical arrangements. 

Your role will encompass: 

• The purpose of this role is to manage the daily implementation of the call-down projects under the Framework and Technical Assistance Contracts, including amongst others the sourcing and capacity building of consultants, budgeting, contract negotiations, subcontracting, client communications, and all logistical arrangements.

Your role will encompass:

• Full management and organisation of a multitude of projects at any given time throughout the planning, implementation and dissemination cycle.
• Act as first point of contact for each of the individual projects for both the internal and external stakeholders.
• Support Genesis staff through the tender and kick off process for new frameworks and their projects, creating management and implementation principles and processes where required.
• Responsible for ensuring all project related policies and procedures are carried in accordance with both Genesis as well as client requirements.
• Provide coordination for the relevant stakeholders in order to obtain the correct input for the finalization of the Terms of Reference (ToRs).
• In consultation with the technical lead, identify the technical parameters as appropriate in order to assemble the most suitable technical team.
• Responsible for ensuring vetting of consultants and Due Diligence compliance is in place for all consultants.
• Search databases and networks for suitable CVs for all projects, liaising with the technical team on shortlists.
• Negotiate local client budgets, providing Value for Money.
• Negotiate consultant fee rates as required, ensuring all staff and externals contracted to work on projects comply with all contractual obligations.
• Make project-related travel, visa, hotel and logistical arrangements.
• Coordinate any security arrangements and corresponding risk management forms in consultation with the relevant parties.
• Coordinate the QA and external peer review processes for all projects
• Escalate issues to Framework Manager where needed; involvement in conflict resolution as required and solve issues efficiently throughout the project cycle - escalate as appropriate.
• Provide input into the development of processes and policies for the effective administration and management of all projects across the full project management cycle and the strategic objectives, in order to deliver in line with the client’s expectations.
• Assist in the development of new financial procedures to better support the delivery of projects, including managing budget trackers, burn rates reporting and other tracking tools.
• Actively provide input into the client reporting requirements and communications, including KPIs, pipelines, VfM frameworks, annual and quarterly reports, governance meetings, SOPs, Performance Frameworks, M&E Frameworks and QA mechanisms.
• Effective line management of Assistant Project Managers.

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 and energetic problem-solvers
• Value integrity and exhibit ethical behaviour
• Are analytical thinkers and fast learners with an excellent academic record
• Education to degree level in Business Administration, Project Management, International Development, or other relevant field.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Proven ability to work in a busy fast-paced environment, demonstrating a solutions-driven and positive attitude that allows for initiative and resilience.
• A highly organised and structured approach to work and an ability to work under pressure, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Knowledge and experience of working with different donors, including their procurement processes and compliance requirements, is highly desirable.
• Experience of developing, maintaining and improving systems, processes and tools.
• Proven experience in building and maintaining client relationships, with the capability of handling challenging client requests and resilience in solving client relationship issues.
• First rate interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to work with senior contacts, external stakeholders, consultants and within the development community
• High level of numeracy and relevant knowledge of financial documents and budget management
• Ability to be flexible with a desire to take on new challenges
• A self-starter, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team

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ROLE DESCRIPTION:

• The purpose of this role is to support with the administration of projects throughout the planning, implementation and dissemination cycle, including the maintenance of databases and financial support where needed.

Your role will encompass:

• Supporting the consortium management processes across the allocated frameworks, ensuring adherence to all relevant policies and procedures.
• Enhancement of consultant networks and databases, including vetting procedures, capacity building, expertise mapping and gaps analyses.
• Search databases and networks for suitable CVs for all projects, upon request of the Project Managers.
• Prepare subcontracts and raise requisitions, ensuring all staff and externals contracted to work on projects comply with all contractual obligations.
• Make project-related travel, visa, hotel and logistical arrangements.
• Assist with the coordination of security measurements, preparing corresponding forms accordingly.
• Upload and maintain all documents and trackers as necessary, maintaining a meticulous filing system.
• Organise workshops, conferences, seminars and training events.
• Escalate issues to the Project Managers where needed; involvement in conflict resolution as required and solve issues efficiently throughout the project cycle.
• Process purchase invoices and advance requests.
• Keep project finance records and provide assistance in financial reporting as requested.
• Provide training to new team members as appropriate, in regards to logistics and administration.
• Support with any administrative and logistical queries from team members as they arises

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 and energetic problem-solvers
• Value integrity and exhibit ethical behaviour
• Are analytical thinkers and fast learners with an excellent academic record.
• Ability to be flexible with a desire to take on new challenges.
• A self-starter, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to effectively prioritise a high number of tasks, work calmly under pressure, and to agreed deadlines.
• Proven ability to work in a busy fast-paced environment, demonstrating a solutions driven and positive attitude that allows for initiative and resilience.
• A highly organised and structured approach to work with meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrable experience in managing your own workflow and ability to complete requirements within set timescales.
• Ability to deal with people at all levels, evidenced in good relationship management.
• High Level of numeracy, and familiarity with basic financial documents.
• Demonstrable confident and clear communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office and Google suite applications.
• Confident working across geographies, cultures and time zones.
• Comfortable working with colleagues face-to-face and virtually

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ROLE DESCRIPTION:

• The senior qualitative researcher is a senior-level position within the organisation. This role is pivotal in strengthening our qualitative research and evaluation methodologies and capabilities. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in project management and a deep understanding of qualitative research and evaluation design and methodologies. The candidate should have experience in implementing Theory-Based Evaluations,including using contribution analysis, Most Significant Change (MSC) technique, outcome harvesting, and other advanced qualitative methods. You should have extensive experience in designing, conducting, and disseminating qualitative research, including conducting, in-depth interviews, focus groups, and thematic analysis. You should be familiar with management consulting and adept at responding to Request for Proposals (RFPs) or Terms of Reference (TORs). Experience in research/evaluations for organizations like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Global Fund, and UN organizations would be advantageous.

The work will be delivered through:

• Well-managed consulting projects
• Designing, conducting, and disseminating robust programme evaluations
• Ensuring effective working relationships within teams and with clients
• Growing the client base through developing a network of appropriate relationships

LOCATION: South Africa, Nairobi or Nigeria. (You should have the legal right to work and live in the location).

Requirements

KEY INITIATIVES AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

• Manage projects, generate sound advice, and provide quality assistance to clients.
• Support project teams in developing qualitative research frameworks.
• Design and develop qualitative research protocols and tools, including discussion guides and interview protocols.
• Lead in collecting, analyzing, synthesizing, and reporting high-quality qualitative data. Demonstrated proficiency in using qualitative analysis software such as Atlas.ti, Dedoose, NVivo, or similar platforms is essential for effective data management and analysis.
• Apply for and obtain Institutional Review Board (IRB) ethics approval for research studies.
• Work with stakeholders to review and monitor project-based evaluation and learning plans.
• Mentor junior consultants in qualitative research methods, including training in the use of qualitative analysis software.
• Prepare well-structured project documents and proposals using MS Word and MS PowerPoint.
• Contribute to new business development with a focus on qualitative research components.
• Negotiate with clients and build company intellectual property.
• Stay updated with industry developments in qualitative research.
• Demonstrate exceptional writing skills, including preparing and publishing articles in peer-reviewed journals, presenting findings at conferences, and developing conference papers and presentations. Ensure that research outputs meet high academic standards and are suitable for top-tier publications and conferences.

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL COMPETENCIES:

• Strong academic background – Minimum of a Postgraduate degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Anthropology, Sociology, or a related field. A Master’s Degree is desirable.
• 4 - 5 years of experience in management consulting or relevant public health research and evaluation
• Expertise in qualitative research and evaluation design
• Expertise in qualitative research and evaluation methodologies, including contribution analysis, outcome harvesting and the most significant change approach
• Desirable: Relevant experience includes public health research, evaluation, learning, knowledge management, health systems strengthening, AGYW, HIV prevention, SRHR, and behavioural sciences (SBCC)
• Entrepreneurial in nature- proactive self-starter who is able to be assertive. A confident networker with strong relationship management skills
• Ability to work as part of a multicultural team - build teams and foster collaboration to achieve project goals, meet milestones and produce high-quality deliverables
• High level of organisation, attention to detail, professionalism and reliability.
• Ability to prioritise and manage work in a fast-paced environment across multiple projects and work streams with competing time/ resource demands
• Proficiency in qualitative data analysis software (e.g., Dedoose, Atlas Ti)
• Excellent communication and writing skills in English
• Proficiency in French is advantageous for this role