Overview: Work with governments and impact organizations, engaging senior leaders in the public sector to deliver on-the-ground implementation to improve health outcomes for children. Your role involves project implementation, building capabilities for delivering priority initiatives and contributing to data-driven decision-making.
About Delivery Associates (DA):
Delivery Associates (DA) is a global social impact consultancy specializing in transforming the public sector. We help governments and social impact organizations turn ambitious goals into an everyday reality for the people they serve. At the heart of what we do is the methodology: Deliverology®, the evolving science of getting things done in the public and social sectors. We use our expertise—strategic planning, delivery and implementation, monitoring and evaluation, digital solutions, and strategic communications—to build the capacity of our partners to deliver at every stage of the implementation life cycle, both with us and beyond us.
Job Description
We are currently seeking an Associate (Consultant) to join our growing consulting team in France or the Netherlands. As an Associate (Consultant) in a multinational project in public health, you will support the delivery of outcomes in preventing childhood obesity, working jointly with the local government, the client, and partners on the ground to plan for delivery, monitor progress, and solve implementation challenges.
The ideal candidate will be proactive, flexible and resilient. You will be skilled at efficiently managing the project, facilitating and engaging with partners, and ensuring smooth collaboration and communication across all stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities.
- Drive and support partner organizations in implementing health promotion initiatives, supporting the client’s team for achieving tangible results.
- Provide daily program management support to the client, including notetaking of meetings, executive summaries, and prepare effective meetings with key stakeholders.
- Take ownership of specific workstreams within a global project, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results that align with client objectives.
- Engage directly with local governments and partners, to implement prioritized initiatives, and facilitate relationship-building, problem-solving, collaboration, and knowledge management with partners.
- Contribute to data collection and analytical processes to develop robust recommendations for client presentations.
- Work closely with colleagues, contributing to a supportive and high-performing team culture while learning from experienced professionals.
- Plan and execute stakeholder workshops, ensuring the smooth flow of routine meetings.
- Contribute to the development of client reports and communication materials.
- Help build a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Core Competencies
We work well with people who demonstrate the following competencies:
- Communication: ability to listen, communicate effectively with colleagues and clients, and integrate messaging into daily and broader work responsibilities.
- Teamwork: efficient collaboration, working effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Problem-solving: robust approach to anticipating and addressing issues before and/or as they arise.
- Results orientation: an owner mentality, driving workstream and task completion.
Mindsets
We work closely in diverse, global teams, leaning on each other’s strengths. We don’t expect any one person to do all these things perfectly. Our teams are made up of people who are:
- Resilient: Able to thrive in a dynamic environment.
- Accountable: Self-sufficient and reliable in a remote work setting.
- Driven: Committed to delivering high-impact work.
- Curious: Eager to learn from clients, colleagues, vendors, and partners.
- Collaborative: Team players who value diverse perspectives.
- Inclusive: Embrace all voices and backgrounds to enrich our work.
Required Skills/Experiences:
- Educational background: Bachelor's degree in related areas (e.g. Economics, Business Administration or Public Health).
- Professional experience: Minimum of 3 years with a successful record in strategy consulting firms, governments, NGOs or international organizations.
- Communication skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills and excellent verbal and written communication abilities in French and in English. Proficiency in presentation tools (PowerPoint)
- Project management: Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and adapt to fast-paced, dynamic settings in complex multinational projects.
- Authorization + location requirements: Must have existing work authorization in France with clear understanding of the fixed-term contractor model. Applicants with authorization in Germany or the Netherlands may also be considered (noting regular travel will be required). Delivery Associates will not sponsor applicants for work visas, nor will this role be eligible for employee benefits beyond contractual agreements.
What we offer:
- Impactful work: Opportunities to engage with senior leaders and work on transformative projects.
- Excellent colleagues: We strive to be as talent-dense and diverse as possible, so we are always learning from each other. Access to world-class training programs and mentorship from senior leaders.
- Growth environment: Everyone’s career pathway is unique-be part of a growing organization committed to continuous improvement.
- Flexibility: Remote working environment with opportunities for global collaboration.
- Healthy compensation: Our contractors are offered competitive market rates for the effort they put in.
Our Values:
These values serve as an anchor, enabling us to stay true to who we are and what we stand for.
- Passion: It is all about impact.
- Excellence: Delivering to the highest standards.
- Humility: Pride without ego.
For more information, visit deliveryassociates.com/our-work or contact our talent team at talent@deliveryassociates.com.
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