The Role
Lead and design consulting mandates for the India market, manage multiple projects, conduct primary/secondary research, perform quantitative and qualitative analysis, oversee proposal writing and business development, engage stakeholders, mentor staff, and support practice strategy and recruitment.
Summary Generated by Built In
Position: Consultant- IBU (4+ years)
Location: Delhi
Position Type: Full Time
Start Date: October 2025
About Us
Celebrating over fifteen years of innovative and collaborative work, Athena Infonomics has established itself as a data-driven global consultancy that leverages social science research, data science, and technology to provide user-centric, context-specific solutions and advice to decision makers. Our multidisciplinary and multi-cultural team of 90+ professionals spread across Asia, Africa, DC and London exemplify extensive experience in designing and applying research methods to co-design and co-produce useful research that is inclusive and relevant.
Our team of data scientists apply agile programming and ICT tools in order to deliver responsive and practical data and digital solutions—making for an innovative, technology-oriented business model that sets us apart in the international development space.
The international business community is taking notice of this unique approach: in 2021 alone, Athena Infonomics was recognized on The Financial Times, Nikkei Asia, and Statista’s High-Growth Companies Asia-Pacific 2021 and 2022 ranking, and was selected as one of The Economic Times and Statista’s 2021, 2022 and 2023 India Growth Champions.
About India Business Unit (IBU) – Athena
As Athena Infonomics widen its wings in the global space, IBU is the native team that works on the virtue of the South Asian continent. We are the fastest-growing team in Athena Infonomics with multiple projects pouring in. In the terms of expansion, we are developing sectoral expertise and require energetic professionals who are self-driven and motivated to work in the favor of social development. IBU promises exceptional career growth to people who believe in delivering.
Role Overview: The Consultant for IBU will have the following responsibilities:
1. Provide technical guidance and support to assigned projects in India domestic market.
- Design and lead consulting mandates
- Design qualitative and quantitative approaches for consulting mandates
- Lead primary and secondary research
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative data analysis and statistical analysis
- Interpret and present analysis results in a succinct manner for wide audience
2.Manage multiple projects to high quality standards, budgets and timelines. This includes managing and quality assuring the work of Athena staff, externals and associates, as well as sub-contractors.
3.Direct teams in performing research tasks of significant technical complexity/client interface and management to ensure client satisfaction.
4.Provide or oversee the provision of technical guidance and/or quality control to proposals, in the sectors where Athena is involved.
- o Act as technical lead/writer or subject matter expert for proposals
- o Identify and meet with other organizations/donors on possible new business development activities
5.Provide support to the Practice Lead on strategy, recruitment and people management as requested.
6.Actively disseminate learnings from programs within the sector and participate in sector related dissemination events.
7.Provide mentoring and professional development support to others in the office.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
- Master’s degree in economics, statistics, international development, public policy, social development or other related field required.
- Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience in the India domestic market with atleast 2 years with consulting organizations.
- Candidates not having at least 2 years of consulting experience will NOT be considered.
- Demonstrated ability and experience in management consulting and cross-team facilitation at the mid management level.
- Strong quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods skills.
- Quantitative experience in a statistical package (Stata, SPSS, SAS, etc.) is desirable.
- Experience with quantitative data analysis, program evaluation, policy analysis, proposal and report writing.
- Direct experience in proposal writing and business development.
- Experience of working closely with stakeholders such as government ministries, donors and NGOs.
- Must have excellent verbal and writing skills.
- Must have strong Microsoft Word and Excel experience.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, with staff from all education and experience levels, as well as across various geographic locations.
- Willingness to travel extensively based on the project requirement.
Additional Requirements
- This position requires successful completion of a reference check and employment verification.
- The successful candidate must not be subject to employment restrictions from a former employer (such as a non-compete) that would prevent the candidate from performing the job responsibilities as described.
- Only candidates who have India work authorization will be considered.
Athena’s Work Culture
At Athena, we function in an outcomes-based work environment with flexible hours and a high level of autonomy. Professional development and thought leadership are key elements of our business model: we support our team members' professional growth through on-the-job training, and we encourage the cultivation of our colleagues’ personal brands through participation in panels, events, publications, and other thought-leadership opportunities. We embrace a transparent, open work environment with meaningful leadership pathways for those with inventive ideas and initiatives.
Athena Infonomics is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Athena Infonomics is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in economics, statistics, international development, public policy, social development or related field
- Minimum 4 years relevant work experience in India domestic market
- At least 2 years of experience with consulting organizations
- Demonstrated management consulting experience and cross-team facilitation at mid-management level
- Strong quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods skills
- Experience with quantitative data analysis, program evaluation, policy analysis, proposal and report writing
- Direct experience in proposal writing and business development
- Experience working with government ministries, donors and NGOs
- Excellent verbal and writing skills
- Strong Microsoft Word and Excel experience
- Willingness to travel extensively based on project requirements
- India work authorization
- Quantitative experience in a statistical package (Stata, SPSS, SAS, etc.)
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The Company
What We Do
Athena Infonomics is a data-driven global consultancy and impact solutions group. The company applies social science research, data analytics, and technology to drive innovation in policy and practice, and to plan, implement, and monitor development interventions to advance global development.
