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Senior Associate – Contract & Operations
Climate Policy Initiative. Coordinate contract and operations across an assigned portfolio .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in contract management and operations, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency throughout the program lifecycle. Proficient in project management, financial analysis, and stakeholder engagement, with strong organizational and communication skills.
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Contract ManagementProject ManagementFinancial AnalysisCompliance MonitoringStakeholder Engagement
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Hard Skills
Contract AdministrationProposal DevelopmentData ManagementData AnalysisOperational EfficiencyVendor Due DiligenceInvoicing CoordinationProject SetupCompliance DocumentationMS Office Advanced User
Soft Skills
Outstanding Communication SkillsAnalytical MindAttention to DetailTeam PlayerTime Management
Tools & Technologies
NetsuiteSharePoint
Industry Keywords
Financial ServicesManagement ConsultingInternational Non-ProfitGovernmentMulti-Lateral Institution
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Coordinate contract and operations across an assigned portfolio
- Ensure compliance, operational efficiency, and high-quality delivery throughout the program lifecycle
- Prepare contractual agreements using standard templates in consultation with Program and Legal teams
- Conduct vendor and funder due diligence and onboarding
- Coordinate consultant onboarding, contract execution, and contract administration with Program, Legal, and Finance teams
- Ensure contractors, sub-awardees, and vendors comply with organizational and partner requirements
- Maintain project compliance documentation and monitor adherence to requirements
- Coordinate operational inputs for proposal development, including timelines, due diligence, legal review, and submission requirements
- Lead operations responsibilities for proposal development across operations and legal teams
- Support due diligence for prospective and existing partners
- Guide program teams on proposal requirements, systems, and internal processes
- Coordinate invoicing with program and finance teams
- Support internal and external audits
- Coordinate project closeout activities and required operational documentation
- Coordinate project setup and administration, ensuring accurate configuration and data integrity
- Prepare portfolio dashboards and operational reports for monitoring, decision-making, and management reporting
- Serve as India point of contact for process implementation and improvements
- Drive adoption and alignment with global processes and systems
- Support staff onboarding and training on partner compliance and internal operations processes
- Perform other duties as required
Requirements
What you’ll need- Post Graduate degree in Business Administration, Management Studies, Finance, or Social Sciences
- Master's degree in Management or relevant field
- 8–10 years of experience in contract management and operations
- Familiarity with financial or operational tools and systems, e.g. Netsuite and SharePoint
- Project management skills
- Professional experience in financial services, management consulting/advisory/research, international non-profit, government, and/or a multi-lateral institution
- Independent, analytical mind and sound financial judgment on complex issues
- Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including fluency in English
- High attention to detail and strong organizational ability
- Flexibility, professionalism, enthusiasm for teamwork, and ability to interact with diverse people
- Team player and self-starter able to work with minimal guidance
- Ability to interact independently with high-level external stakeholders
- Strong quantitative, data management, data analysis, critical thinking, and team management skills
- Exceptional organization, time management, and prioritization skills
- Advanced user of MS Office, particularly Excel, with ability to learn and adapt to new systems
- Willingness to travel internationally and domestically
- Must be eligible to work in India; no visa sponsorship available
- Resume and cover letter must be submitted in English
Benefits
Comp & perks- Flexible working policy mixing remote work with days in the office
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- International/domestic travel opportunity
- Support and access accommodations through the recruitment process