Strategy Associate- Himalayan Systems Change

Overview

Support Systemiq's growing portfolio of work in the Himalayan region, building on the Prosperous and Resilient Himalayas report, through research, programme development, economic and financial analysis, stakeholder engagement and project delivery.

What you'll do

• Conduct research, interviews and quantitative analysis to understand complex challenges, identify opportunities and develop clear, evidence-based recommendations.
• Help design projects, pilots and implementation approaches, including concept notes, workplans, delivery models and assessments of costs, risks and scalability.
• Build and adapt financial models, assess project economics and business cases, and identify potential financing approaches.
• Assess businesses, innovations and projects for commercial viability, market potential and impact, contributing to strategies for growth and investment.
• Support relationships with government, businesses, research institutions, funders and local communities, including meetings, workshops and field visits.
• Produce high-quality presentations, reports and proposals, coordinate project activities and help monitor progress, budgets and risks.
• Draw on expertise across Systemiq's global teams to develop solutions that connect policy, business, finance, environmental resilience and local economic development.

What you'll need

• Typically 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in management consulting, strategy advisory, economic or financial analysis, public policy, international development or related fields.
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex questions and translate evidence into practical recommendations.
• Confidence working with Excel, including financial modelling, business case development and quantitative analysis.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise written materials and engage effectively with different audiences.
• Experience managing workstreams, coordinating activities and delivering high-quality outputs against deadlines.
• An understanding of sustainable development challenges in India, ideally including climate resilience, natural resources, rural livelihoods, enterprise development or sustainable finance.
• Experience working with government, businesses, investors, development organisations or local institutions in India or comparable emerging markets.
• A strong academic background in economics, finance, business, public policy, engineering, environmental science or a related discipline.
• Curious and intellectually rigorous, with an interest in understanding how economic, environmental and social systems interact.
• Proactive and comfortable taking ownership of tasks while working collaboratively with colleagues and external partners.
• Adaptable and pragmatic, with the ability to work across different topics and navigate an evolving project portfolio.
• Motivated to translate research and strategic thinking into practical solutions that create lasting economic and environmental impact.
• Committed to Systemiq's mission and to supporting sustainable, inclusive development in the Himalayan region.
• Fluent English.
• Willingness to travel regularly, including field visits across the Himalayan region.

Nice to have

• Exposure to the Himalayan region, mountain economies or related sectors such as water, sustainable tourism and agricultural value chains.
• Familiarity with project finance, grants, investment assessment or blended finance.
• Hindi and/or another relevant Indian or Himalayan language.

Details

• Location: India, with regular travel, including to the Himalayan region.
• Level: Associate.