Consultant - Skilling & Livelihoods
Location: Bengaluru
About Sattva
We Partner to deliver social impact at scale
Sattva Consulting is a global impact consulting firm from India. Since 2009 we have been engaging with communities, business and government to achieve societal impact at scale. We believe that Civil society, Business and Government all have a critical role to play in building an equitable and sustainable world, and we actively partner with all stakeholders to enable impact through our advisory orchestration services, knowledge and data platforms which we have built as public goods for the ecosystem and collaborative solutions and partnerships.
Our teams are based in India, Singapore, Denmark and UK, but as a global organization our work has spanned 25 countries and 5 continents. For more information, please visit: www.sattva.co.in
About The Team
Our Corporate Advisory team's core objective is to be strategic advisors in solving social problems; so as to together achieve orbit shifting impact. Our focus is on enabling holistic organisation and ecosystem transformation by rigorously solving problems, formulating strategic solutions which are logically sound and effective on the ground and ensuring all stakeholders are effectively engaged and their interests are covered.
Our expertise and work with Corporates in CSR covers:
- CSR Strategy, flagship programme design, impact communication and building CSR brand.
- Impact Portfolio Advisory - CSR compliance, portfolio strategy and governance, social audit, programme monitoring and impact measurement.
- End-to-end programme management through implementation support, strategic advisory and in house tools.
The Opportunity
The Consultant - Skilling & Livelihoods will be part of project teams that design and deliver high-impact skill development initiatives for clients. The role requires a strong understanding of the end-to-end skilling lifecycle from programme design and partner selection to implementation monitoring and stakeholder engagement. The Consultant will work closely with clients, leadership, and implementation partners to ensure projects meet defined targets and deliver measurable outcomes, while translating data and field learnings into insights to inform programme strategy and decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
At Sattva, we believe in outcome-orientation in everything we do. The key responsibilities for this role include:
Programme Design & Delivery
- Support the design and execution of skilling and livelihood programmes aligned to client objectives and community needs, using an end-to-end lifecycle approach (mobilisation, training, assessment, certification, and placement).
- Take ownership of specific work streams or deliverables within the programme, ensuring alignment with overall objectives.
- Proactively identify implementation challenges and work with partners and teams to resolve them.
- Guide junior team members on project monitoring, analysis, and documentation.
- Ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs, monitoring progress and addressing any issues or challenges that arise.
Project Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning
- Track key programme indicators including enrolment, attendance, completion, certification, placements, and retention against agreed targets and budgets.
- Design and manage monitoring and evaluation frameworks for skilling initiatives.
- Analyse programme data to generate insights on effectiveness, outcomes, and areas for improvement.
- Develop dashboards, impact reports, and evidence-based recommendations for clients.
Stakeholder & Client Management
- Work closely with clients, implementation partners, and industry stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective collaboration.
- Serve as a point of contact for defined workstreams, providing regular updates on progress and outcomes.
- Facilitate meetings and reviews to enable informed decision-making.
Documentation & Knowledge Building
- Prepare and maintain project plans, governance systems, progress reports, and learning notes in line with organisational and client standards.
- Contribute to knowledge products, case studies, and sector insights related to skilling and livelihoods.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of all project documentation, adhering to organizational standards and guidelines.
The Ideal Candidate
Qualifications & Experience
- 46 years of experience in skilling, livelihoods, CSR, or development programmes.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Sciences, Public Policy, Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience managing or monitoring end-to-end skill development programmes.
- Exposure to CSR-funded, foundation-led, or government-supported skilling initiatives is an advantage.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of the skill development ecosystem, including training partners, industry linkages, and certification systems.
- Proven ability to track KPIs, manage multiple priorities, and deliver projects under tight timelines.
- Experience in monitoring and evaluation, data analysis, and generating programme insights.
- Strong stakeholder and client management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with project management and data tools.
- Willingness to travel as required.
Why Sattva
It's not about us really- Because IMPACT is everybody's business.
- Create Impact: Make an impact with the work you do and the solutions you design
- Work Environment: Thrive in a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment
- Learn & Grow: Challenge yourself to learn, grow, and deliver the best you can
- Future Ready: Work on critical issues of today that will affect our collective tomorrow
How to Prepare
This is your opportunity to showcase not only your qualifications but also your unique personality and passion for making a meaningful impact. Approach your application with intentionality, ensuring that each word reflects your commitment to excellence and aligns seamlessly with the values of Sattva.
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Next Steps
Together towards a sustainable world with opportunity for all!
Sattva is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, caste, creed, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected and/or marginalized characteristics. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are essential to our business and we foster an environment of respect and a culture that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We are committed to providing all employees with education, training, and development opportunities to create a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and included.
