Senior Consultant, Grants

The Senior Consultant contributes to the success of the firm by serving as a key member of client engagement teams, influencing project plans and direction in a meaningful way. A Senior Consultant serves as the primary staff on client engagements and generally works across multiple engagements, collaborating closely with colleagues and leaders. They also assume supervisory and training responsibilities as they progress through the role.

• Establish client relationships and acts as a point of contact for engagements.
• Serve as the primary staff on client engagements and performs engagement tasks under the direction of the leader.
• Cover monthly grant client meetings.
• Revise and edit foundation grants for Coordinators.
• Revise and edit monthly grant sheets for Coordinators.
• Be able to revise state and Federal grants for Coordinators.
• Assist Coordinators with questions and communication from client emails.
• Assist with training of new Coordinators.
• Maintain regular communication with monthly clients and work to ensure proper engagement.
• Analyze, synthesize, and interpret data to inform client recommendations.
• Conduct stakeholder interviews, as necessary.
• Assist in the design and implementation of recommended solutions, producing client-ready deliverables that are accurate and well-sourced.
• Apprise the Manager of project status, including delays or potential issues, holding self and colleagues accountable for client deadlines and deliverables.
• Under the direction of the leader, prepare clear, concise presentations of findings to clients.
• Develop frameworks, learning materials, or assets to help build service line knowledge.
• Assist with presentation development for RFPs, client proposals, external speaking events and supports the team with publishing. Presents at internal speaking events as requested.
• Assists with presentation development for external speaking events, as requested.
• Cultivate a network of industry contacts in support of business development efforts. Gets involved in a professional association and attends network events. 
• Assist in establishing engagement direction, priorities, and expectations, tracking tasks and informing leader of potential issues.
• Complete administrative functions, mandatory training, and other internal responsibilities in a timely manner. 
• Remain flexible and adaptable in work schedules and assignments as defined by departmental and company need.
• Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Maintain a positive attitude and contribute to a positive work environment. 

Education:

Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Education:

Master’s degree 

Experience:

Minimum of 2+ years of consulting experience

Knowledge & Skills: 

• Demonstrates attention to detail and a commitment to excellence in work product and service.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, demonstrating responsiveness to clients and colleagues.
• Ability to demonstrate insight and professional judgment, with an aptitude for critical thinking.
• Takes initiative and is proactive.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and applicable software tools.
• Deep technical expertise in identified areas of specialization. 

Travel

Travel requirements are related to business opportunities with respect to frequency and scope and may have short lead times.