17 Oct
Andhra Pradesh State Government
Vijayawada
Job description
Role & responsibilities :
- The role demands a high level of expertise in public sector consulting, policy formulation, project execution and application of IT into various functional domains.
- Successful candidates will exhibit the ability to drive systemic change, manage complex projects, and navigate the intricacies of government processes with precision and diplomacy.
Key Responsibilities :
1. Strategic Advisory & Policy Formulation
- Provide high-impact advisory services to multiple state government departments, delivering tailored strategies to enhance governance, streamline service delivery, and drive reform efforts.
- Evaluate current policy frameworks,
identifying areas for improvement and proposing forward-looking initiatives that align with the Swarna Andhra @ 2047 vision.
- Offer expert insights on national and global best practices, ensuring that the state remains at the forefront of innovation in governance and public service.
2. Project Lifecycle Management
Lead end-to-end project management for a diverse portfolio of initiatives across key primary, secondary and tertiary sectors.
i. Primary sector :
Agriculture and Allied Sector (Horticulture, Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairy).
ii. Secondary Sector :
Education, Industries : Pharmaceuticals and Lifesciences, Agri and Food Processing Sector, Metals, Chemicals, Aerospace & Defence, Renewable Energy, Tourism, Women and Child Development, Disaster Management, Geriatric and Old-Age Care Department
iii.Tertiary Sector :
Service Sector e.g., IT&ITeS; Services (including digital governance), Financial Services, Education Services, Health, Pharmaceuticals, Insurance, Environment and Climate, Forest, and Legal Services.
iv.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Design and implement robust project management frameworks, ensuring stringent monitoring of timelines, resource allocation, budget adherence, and quality outcomes.
- Establish clear project milestones and performance indicators, ensuring accountability and consistent progress tracking through regular reporting and performance reviews.
3. Implementation of Swarna Andhra @ 2047 Vision
- Act as a key contributor to the execution of the Swarna Andhra @ 2047 Vision, driving initiatives that support economic growth, sustainability, and improved quality of life for citizens.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate long-term strategic goals into actionable departmental projects,
ensuring a seamless alignment of state resources and objectives with the vision.
- Spearhead research and analysis on critical developmental challenges, providing evidence-based recommendations that support informed decision-making at the highest levels of government.
4. Multi-Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management
- Engage proactively with senior officials across the state government, facilitating cross-departmental collaboration and ensuring that consulting efforts are fully aligned with departmental priorities.
- Foster and manage relationships with external partners, including private sector experts, academic institutions, NGOs, and international organizations, leveraging these networks to advance key initiatives.
- Organize and lead high-level workshops, strategy sessions,
and cross-functional meetings, ensuring seamless coordination across all relevant entities.
5.Data-Driven Analysis & Performance Reporting
- Utilize data analytics and cutting-edge research methodologies to evaluate the impact of policies, programs, and projects, offering actionable insights to optimize performance.
- Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for senior government officials, distilling complex data into clear, concise, and actionable recommendations.
- Develop and maintain project dashboards, ensuring real-time tracking of project performance and fostering transparency in reporting and communication.
6. Capacity Building & Knowledge Transfer
- Lead capacity-building initiatives within government departments,
fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and data-driven governance.
- Mentor and develop junior staff, ensuring knowledge transfer and continuous skill enhancement, particularly in areas of project management, strategic planning, and public policy analysis.
- Document lessons learned and best practices from consulting engagements to ensure the scalability and replication of successful initiatives across departments.
Education Qualification : Graduate / Post Graduate in (Public Policy, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, Development Studies, or in a related discipline).
Core Competencies :
1. Strategic Vision : Exceptional ability to align consulting outputs with the broader objectives of state development, ensuring long-term success.
2.
Leadership & Influence : Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams, facilitating decision-making, and driving organizational change.
3. Communication Excellence : Superior verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences.
4. Collaboration & Networking : Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills, with the ability to build consensus across multiple stakeholders.
5. Innovative Thinking : Ability to generate innovative solutions and think critically about the intersection of policy and implementation.
6. Adaptability : Capacity to operate effectively in a dynamic and evolving public sector environment, balancing competing priorities with ease.
Professional Experience :
Minimum of 3-10 years of experience in management consulting, public sector advisory, or project management, with a focus on large scale development initiatives or government projects or multi-lateral development bank projects with any state government or any other organization working in partnership with Government.
Upper Age Limit - Upto 45 years (as on - Rs.75,000 - 1,50,000 per Month (As per GO.MS.86 of 30 / 08 / 2024)
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on their :
1.Academic Qualifications
2.Screening Test
3.Personal Interview
Contract Period - Period of Contract-1 Year (Renewable at the sole discretion of APSDPS and subject to annual performance reviews)
Last Date for Receipt of Applications - 29-10-2024 5 :
00 For Job notification visit - For Application visit - are considered only which are filled at our website as mentioned above
Role : Associate / Consultant
Industry Type : Government / Public Administration
Department : Consulting
Employment Type : Full Time, Temporary / Contractual
Role Category : Management Any Graduate
PG : M.A in Economics, PG Diploma in Any Specialization, M.Tech in Any Specialization, MBA / PGDM in Any Specialization, Any Postgraduate
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