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This is an independent consulting role with Our Client, A leading Research-Led University is looking for Consultant to build a Research & Landscape Report whose primary mandate will be to work on higher education research philanthropy in India.

Key Responsibilities

- Research philanthropy landmark report: diagnose the scale of India's research funding gap, identify and evaluate funding models (domestic and global), and define what funders should and could support - producing a report intended for active use by HNIs and other funders as a reference for how to engage with this space.
- Work with Leadership to scope priority areas more broadly, such as research universities, civic spaces, libraries, and other public-purpose institutions.
- Engage in dipstick secondary research to diagnose binding constraints in issue areas and develop initial hypotheses around opportunities for impact (e.g., what constraints, if solved, unlock capital in an area; what arguments aid in catalysing philanthropy).
- Oversee the creation of knowledge material across priority areas by identifying potential partners, developing terms of reference, and managing projects to completion.
- Provide continued program support to organisations, programs, or public goods that may stem from this knowledge output.
- Maintain a high bar on rigour, discipline, and credibility across all outputs.

Skills Required

- Undergraduate or masters degrees from top tier institutions.



While there is no preference for a particular major or specialisation, we expect to see a high degree of intellectual curiosity and sophistication.
- 2 to 6 years of work experience in a consulting or challenging/high growth environment.
- Exceptional analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Solid planning and organisational skills with high attention to detail, accuracy, protocol and deadline.
- Excellent writing ability that is clear, concise and analytic in style.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder-facing skills including solid presentation and facilitation skills.
- High level of flexibility and responsiveness with the ability to shift priorities quickly and as organisational demands require.

Desired Qualities

- High level of discretion in maintaining confidentiality of sensitive materials and issues.
- Ability to take initiative and develop solutions quickly and effectively.
- Ability to understand and consider organisational culture and change.
- Ability to function and interact in a professional level capacity to sustain the mission, culture and best interests of the respective organisations.
- Ability to adapt and exhibit confidence in a highly evolving, agile, and fast paced work environment.
- Ability to do research and distil key concepts in a structured, concise, yet comprehensive manner.
- Broad and strategic mindset, creative aptitude and effective use of independent judgement.
- Operating style suited to working in a small-organisation setting, where teamwork and resourcefulness are highly valued.

📌 Freelance Research Consultant (Delhi)
🏢 Flexing It®
📍 Delhi