KPMG Associate Director Social Rural Development

Position Associate Director Social Rural DevelopmentLocation Delhi NCR IndiaKPMG India is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join its Social and Rural Development practice as an Associate Director This leadership role is pivotal in driving strategic initiatives aligned with India s development agenda focusing on inclusive growth across sectors such as Water Sanitation Hygiene WASH Employment Women Child Welfare Housing Financial Social Inclusion Livelihoods and Social Protection Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Delivery Lead multi disciplinary teams to design and deliver high impact advisory solutions for government and development sector clients Ensure alignment with national priorities and global best practices Client Engagement Relationship Management Build and sustain senior level client relationships across ministries donor agencies and multilateral organizations Serve as a trusted advisor shaping policy and programmatic interventions Solution Design Thought Leadership Drive innovation in service offerings including policy formulation institutional strengthening outcome based budgeting monitoring evaluation and change management Contribute to thought leadership through white papers publications and speaking engagements Business Development Practice Growth Lead proposal development commercial bids and strategic partnerships to expand the firm s footprint in the social sector Identify emerging opportunities and develop go to market strategies Team Development Mentorship Mentor and guide project managers and consultants fostering a culture of excellence collaboration and continuous learning Qualifications Experience 10 years of experience in social sector consulting public policy or development advisory with a proven track record of leading large scale projects Postgraduate degree MBA PGDM Masters in Social Sciences Economics Public Policy from a reputed institution Strong understanding of government systems stakeholder dynamics and development sector frameworks Exceptional communication analytical and presentation skills Willingness to travel across India for project delivery and stakeholder engagement

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