Manager (Projects); Washington D.C., US

Company: Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 18, 2025

Job Description:

A core contributing factor to the influence Instiglio has had thus far includes our collaborative, highly skilled and diverse team. We are a team of 100+ people, representing 15+ nationalities, with offices in Colombia, Kenya, Morocco, Mauritius, and the USA. Our team of practitioners has extensive development and government experience, including previous roles in international development banks, management consulting, national governments, multilateral agencies, INGOs, and academia.How you will make an impactManagers at Instiglio are a core part of project teams, overseeing most aspects of project execution and team management in close collaboration with Project Leads. You will be responsible for expanding our services and strengthening our project pipeline, advising and supporting our partner governments, donors, and service providers in building the performance management systems and results-based financing structures to increase their impact. You will coach partners such as aid agencies and multilateral institutions through important adaptations of their practices, coordinate the project team to deliver high-quality work, establish and monitor work plans, and be accountable for the results of projects. You will be challenged to balance and strategize around the triple constraints of quality, time, and budget in our project work.As part of the Global team, you will join a strategically focused group of around 20 professionals from diverse backgrounds, spread across four continents, which have the objective of redefining development finance by supporting some of the largest actors in international development at transforming the way they deploy funding to maximize their impact. With a base in Washington D.C., you will likely work with multilateral development banks such as the World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank and with bilateral agencies such as USAID and the Millennium Challenge Corporation. You will also work with nonprofit organizations and philanthropies with a presence in the US. You will work closely with Partners and Associate Partners at Instiglio and be supported by project teams based out of Washington DC and Colombia. You will be an ambassador for Instiglio's mission and work globally.You will also play a leading role in setting up and growing the Washington D.C. office, from recruitment and capacity building to nurturing stakeholder relationships with aid agencies, multilateral organizations, and philanthropies, among others. Managers will also be asked to make wider contributions to Instiglio's global management and strategy as an integral part of the management team.Tasks may include:

• Overseeing and leading the development of research, analysis, presentations, and client engagements on diverse topics.
• Overseeing the development of impact strategies for partners and the design of technical components of results-based approaches.
• Managing the preparation of bids and responses to partners, building strong relationships, and managing multi-stakeholder partnerships.
• Developing and managing project scope and budget and adjusting and course-correcting to meet execution needs.
• Leading the day-to-day work plan, overseeing the project team to ensure that we reach short- and long-term targets.
• Leading the creation of proposals and deliverables, articulating technical concepts in an eloquent and accessible manner.
• Proposing, structuring, and overseeing data analyses to draw actionable insights/hypotheses.
• Actively improving our strategy, results-based approaches, and performance management services and our delivery systems.Who you are
  • Experience: At least 8 years of professional experience, including 6 years of relevant work experience in international development, strategy consulting, and/or in the public sector.
  • Education: Master's degree or equivalent in Economics, Public Policy, Public Administration, Political Science, Business, or related fields.
  • Language skills: Exceptional written and oral communication skills in English. Proficiency in Spanish is an added advantage.
  • Skills:
    • Problem Solving & Analysis: Strong strategic and structured thinking, coupled with analytical skills to dissect complex client problems and distill insights that drive actionable recommendations.
    • Project Management & Organizational Skills: Skilled in independently managing workstreams, setting clear priorities, and working with cross-functional teams, as well as growing and managing own teams.
    • Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Proficiency in delivering insights verbally and in writing, with clarity and confidence to clients and senior stakeholders, establishing rapport, and building trust through clear, concise communication.
    • Leadership & Initiative: A demonstrated capacity to take ownership, work independently, and continuously seek out and implement innovative solutions. Strong motivation to grow within a high-performance environment.
    • Technical & Digital Proficiency: Knowledge of data analysis tools, business modeling, and data interpretation.
    • Adaptability & Resilience: Ability to thrive under tight deadlines in a dynamic, high-pressure consulting environment, balancing multiple priorities while delivering quality results.How you can grow with usJoining Instiglio will enable you to accelerate your career in international development and public service, playing a critical role in shaping and delivering impactful projects with leading development actors. Managers at Instiglio have a chance to develop a variety of skills, take on stakeholder-facing roles on projects, and play an internal leadership role. Instiglio has a strong feedback culture, with all staff receiving bi-annually formal, structured reviews, in addition to real-time feedback. Additionally, a mentorship system and development plans are in place to ensure that staff receive proper support in their professional development.Working model and benefitsThis opportunity is open to candidates with work authorization to work in the United States, and is based out of our Washington D.C., US office.The position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately US$80,000 - US$100,000. Managers are eligible to receive a discretionary merit-based bonus of a maximum of 10 percent of annual pay. Salary offers are made based on internal equity and market analysis.Instiglio has adopted a hybrid working model through which colleagues are expected to be in the office for at least two days a week to foster face-to-face interactions, in addition to in-person meetings with partners. We offer benefits, which include seven personal days, sixty remote workdays, travel and health insurance, a company-wide holiday between Christmas and New Year's in addition to days, and parental leave, among others.Join our team!Submit your application by attaching an English version of your CV and cover letter. In your cover letter please answer the following questions: (1) Why are you a good fit for this role? (2) What is your motivation to apply to Instiglio? Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.Instiglio is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to giving everyone a fair go.Apply for this job
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