Role Description
- You will assist clients in unlocking and realizing value in
human development. This involves helping governments and their partners
understand and address various risks affecting their populations. These
risks encompass “fat tail” risks such as Covid-19, conflict, or
catastrophic climate change, as well as risks associated with age,
disease, the economy, and technological change. You will support clients
in developing responsive, adaptive, and comprehensive Social Protection
systems, including social transfers, social insurance, support for labour
and jobs, and social care services. The ultimate outcome will be improved
risk and shock management for marginalized populations, ensuring access to
a minimum safe income for a decent life.
- We offer you a steep learning curve while providing an
opportunity to make a difference. We will invest in your professional
development. We offer meaningful work with professional, talented and
supportive teams; mentoring and regular feedback from partners; structured
training and coaching programmes; and a career ladder.
Requirements
The ideal Genesis candidate carries a balanced
combination of powerful intellect, strong technical skills, and a consulting
character to match. Such candidates:
- 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.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Economics, Development Studies, Maths,
Statistics or similar
- At least 5 years’ relevant professional experience in social
protection.
- Leadership skills, and the capability to lead teams and
projects
- Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills in
English
- Proficiency in Excel as a minimum; proficiency in other
advanced software packages, such as STATA, R, Python, data visualisation,
presentation or design software, and GIS desired
- Consulting experience is highly desirable
- Additional languages relevant to Genesis’ geographies,
especially French are useful
How To Apply
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