Government Consultant

Roles and responsibilities

Building a capable Education team, under the guidance and oversight of the Middle East Education leadership
Establishing effective client relationships with key client organizations, across both the government and industrial markets
Identifying and shaping opportunities for projects in the Middle East Education practice
Delivering quality solutions to clients across the Education environment in KSA
Upholding the firm's code of ethics and business conduct
Project Management and Leadership
Lead Consulting Projects: Oversee multiple consulting projects focused on government clients, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budgets, and meeting of key performance indicators (KPIs).
Client Relationship Management: Act as the main point of contact for government clients, building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders, understanding their needs, and providing strategic guidance.
Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of consultants, ensuring they are aligned with project objectives, providing support and feedback, and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Resource Allocation: Allocate resources effectively across various projects, ensuring the optimal use of team members and resources.
. Strategic Planning and Advisory
Provide Strategic Counsel: Offer expert advice and guidance to government clients on strategic initiatives, policy development, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.
Develop Actionable Recommendations: Analyze governmental issues and challenges, and develop actionable, data-driven recommendations for improvements in processes, policy implementation, and service delivery.
Identify Growth Opportunities: Assess government trends, challenges, and opportunities to identify areas where consulting services can add value, driving business growth and new opportunities.

Desired candidate profile

Proven track record in the delivery of Education projects
The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East or where the project requirements dictate
Experience in working with government entities, schools, universities and professional organizations
Previous (current preferable) experience working in the Middle East, with proven capability of building relationships and teams in the Middle East cultural environment
Excellent communications skills in Arabic and English
Big 4 or leading strategy house experience with proven sales capability
Proven leadership capabilities for both direct reporting personnel and wider project teams
Proven experience of building teams, with ability to develop and implement market expansion strategies
Government Policy and Regulatory Knowledge
Stay Informed on Regulations: Stay up to date with relevant government policies, regulations, and laws that impact public sector operations, ensuring that consulting solutions align with legal and regulatory frameworks.
Policy Analysis: Conduct thorough analyses of government policies, regulations, and procedures to provide informed recommendations for clients seeking to improve or adapt to changing environments.
Advocate for Policy Change: Collaborate with government stakeholders to influence or recommend policy changes that improve public sector performance or service delivery.