Head of Social Impact Division, Consultancy, New York, USA

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I am working with a high-profile New York consultancy, looking for a Head of Social Impact to lead the division in providing strategic advisory and consulting services to talent, philanthropists, brands and NGOs to help them implement and accelerate their advocacy, policy, philanthropy and impact efforts toward a more sustainable and equitable world.

Serving as a trusted partner, the Social Impact team co-develops and designs innovative campaigns and initiatives that are purpose- and insight-driven and focused on advancing a cause, program, partner or issue on a global scale.

The Head of Social Impact will lead the creation, implementation and delivery of strategic programs for clients seeking to drive social impact and change. As Head of Social Impact, you will provide expert guidance, research, and thought leadership to help those clients identify key social issues, design impactful initiatives, and measure the effectiveness of their social impact efforts.

The Head of Social Impact will have responsibility for driving new partnerships; leading and mentoring a team of motivated social impact practitioners; growing SI’s capabilities and offerings; and, working collaboratively with internal teams to ensure SI taps into the strength of the agency’s resources.

Requirements:

• Experienced working on global CSR or ESG efforts or complex social impact initiatives or on issues related to sustainability, SDGs, DE&I or philanthropy
• Professional work experience at an agency/strategic consulting firm or similar setting
• Expertise building & supporting cross-sector partnerships, programs or campaigns with diverse stakeholders (talent, government champions, private sector partners, philanthropists and/or NGOs)
• Expertise designing strategic social impact initiatives, policy campaigns or cause partnerships
• An experienced account manager or consultant with several years’ experience leading multiple clients and/or teams
• Demonstrated ability to lead large business opportunities to a successful close
• Stellar communication and presentation skills with the ability to presents ideas with clarity and persuasive impact
• Ability to manage with optimism and calm in the context of a complex, fluid business
• Exceptional judgment with clients & internal teams
• A true entrepreneur and self-starter
• Excellent research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data and information into actionable recommendations

If you have the relevant experience and this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please get in touch with our team including a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below. 

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