Athena Infonomics - Associate - Business Development

Associate - Business Development (1-2 yrs)

About Us:

Celebrating over twelve years of innovative and collaborative work, Athena Infonomics has established itself as a data-driven global consultancy that leverages social science research, data science, and technology to provide user-centric, context-specific solutions and advice to decision makers. Our multidisciplinary and multi-cultural team spread across Asia, Africa, North America and Europe exemplify extensive experience in designing and applying research methods to co-design and co-produce useful research that is inclusive and relevant.

Role and Responsibilities:

- Identify, analyze and disseminate relevant opportunities across various international and national clients' portals and presenting them to the team.

- Maintain the opportunities pipeline and internal BD KMS and coordinate with various clients for preproposal activities like pre bid meetings etc.

- Participate in BD review meetings and prepare requisite periodical reports for management review.

- Support the team in mapping suitable partners across various geographies. Also as required do a competitor analysis.

- Support the team for mapping and sourcing of external experts across various geographies.

- Provide analytical support in terms of understanding the key clients of Athena by researching on their priorities- sectors, geographies, partners; landscape analysis, analysis of their funding etc.

- Contribute to various sections of proposals and briefers, including past performance references, corporate capabilities, etc.

- Contribute to building and maintain the BD knowledge management efforts of the organization.

- Support business intelligence gathering, contribute to capture efforts, and support various proposal tasks.

- Support cross-functional proposal teams to design and produce high quality submissions that comply with clients' requirements and distinguish Athena as a partner of choice

- Support development of corporate capability statements and other marketing materials.

- Market research activities to support the identification and sourcing of new business opportunities.

- Utilize his/ her skills and networks to identify high-quality and compliant candidates as well as partner organizations for potential inclusion on proposals, both national and international.

- Preparing and reporting of key business development analytics and metrics.

We are looking for team members, not mere employees, who share our passion for excellence and want to participate in the process building an institution. We offer an enabling environment where individuals are encouraged to take on responsibility and learn by doing.

Required Qualifications:

- Graduate / Postgraduate in international development or related field.

- At least 1-2 years of Business Development support experience.

- Strong writing, analytical and research skills.

- Demonstrated MS Office skills, including experience with MS Word and Excel.

- Strong ability to manage diverse teams spanning different time zones.

- An ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines while delivering high quality technical work.

- Attention to detail and good time management.

Additional Requirements:

- This position requires successful completion of a reference check and employment verification.

- The successful candidate must not be subject to employment restrictions from a former employer (such as a non-compete) that would prevent the candidate from performing the job responsibilities as described.

- Only candidates who have India work authorization will be considered.

Apply:

Please mention "Application for Associate - Business Development, 2023" in the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps.

Current CTC:
Expected CTC:
Notice Period:
Current City:
Home City:

Athena's Work Culture:

At Athena, we function in an outcomes-based work environment with flexible hours and a high level of autonomy. Professional development and thought leadership are key elements of our business model: we support our team members' professional growth through on-the-job training, and we encourage the cultivation of our colleagues' personal brands through participation in panels, events, publications, and other thought-leadership opportunities. We embrace a transparent, open work environment with meaningful leadership pathways for those with inventive ideas and initiatives.

Athena Infonomics is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Athena Infonomics is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.