MicroSave Consulting (MSC) is a boutique consulting firm that has, for 25 years, pushed the world towards meaningful financial, social, and economic inclusion. With over 300 staff of different nationalities and varied expertise, we are proud to be working in over 68 developing countries. We partner with participants in financial services, enterprise, agriculture and health ecosystems to achieve sustainable performance improvements and unlock enduring value. Our clients include governments, donors, private sector corporations, and local businesses. We can help you seize the digital opportunity, address the mass market, and future-proof your operations.
Job Description
Are you passionate about combating climate change and eager to make a meaningful impact in the development sector? Join us to be a part of a collaborative team that values innovation, professional growth, and making a meaningful impact. Apply Now and become a key player in our efforts to combat climate change!
Business Execution
Assist in the planning and implementation of research and technical assistance assignments.
Lead debriefing sessions for assigned projects and assignments.
Build strong client relationships to ensure smooth execution of assignments.
Ensure high-quality execution of projects through careful planning and attention to detail.
Take the lead in writing reports and analyzing data, ensuring clear and actionable insights.
Review training materials, research papers, curricula, and technical assistance provided to clients.
Contribute to the development of MSC’s toolkits, publications, and other resources.
Business Development
Proactively track requests for proposals and, where applicable, initiate client relationships. Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring the delivery of high-quality results.
Assist in the development of proposals to generate business for the Climate Change and Sustainability practice area.
Represent MSC at conferences and events to enhance visibility and establish new partnerships.
Contribute to thematic publications, including Focus Notes and Briefing Notes, based on field experiences.
Collaborate with colleagues to create blogs, reports, and other publications for external distribution. Support MSC in organizing regular meetings, workshops, and seminars on topics related to climate change and sustainability.
Capacity Development
Conduct "Quality of Delivery" and Feedback assessments with team members after assignments, following quality control guidelines.
Provide mentorship and guidance to team members and peers, supporting their professional growth and development.
Share knowledge and foster a culture of continuous learning within the team.
Take responsibility for your own professional development by acquiring new skills and knowledge that contribute to the organization’s success.
Requirements
Qualifications
MBA or Master’s degree in Climate Change, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability, Renewable Energy, Climate Finance, Agriculture, Rural Development, Economics, Public Policy, Social Work, or related fields.
Key Skills
Climate Change Mitigation & Energy Transition
Climate Adaptation & Resilience
Climate Finance & Public Budgeting
Research, Data Analysis & Technical Writing
Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)
Experience
7+ years of experience in the development or social sector with a consulting firm, think tank, donor/development agency, research organization, or government.
Experience in sectors such as climate mitigation, climate adaptation, climate finance, blue economy, agriculture, food security, rural development, urban planning, and ESG.
Experience working on climate finance, MSME development, and climate mitigation projects is preferred.
Demonstrated experience in managing teams and delivering complex projects.
Prior experience collaborating with government institutions, multilateral organizations, donor agencies, and industry stakeholders is highly desirable.