Managing Consultant - Strategy & Risk Advisory (Francophone Africa)

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We are seeking an experienced Managing Consultant to join our Strategy & Risk Advisory team to help drive the growth of our practice across Francophone Africa. This is a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial, highly driven person with a well-rounded skill set to join the growing Strategy & Risk Advisory team within the Global Risk practice. The ideal person for this role will need to not only have a strong grasp of the political economy of Francophone Africa, and a solid grasp of relevant sectoral knowledge, but also be a flexible and strategic thinker able to take on a variety of tasks. A successful candidate within J.S. Held's Strategy & Risk Advisory team will demonstrate the ability to clearly and precisely assess how political, economic, and regulatory dynamics impact client strategies, operations, and investments. Intelligence gathering is a core component of the role. The candidate will be expected to build, maintain, and expand a strong network of senior-level contacts across relevant markets, including public and private sector stakeholders. This will involve regular travel within the region. The role also requires knowledge of, and experience in, key client sectors such as energy, financial services, technology, and mining, with the ability to apply sector-specific insights to risk analysis and client deliverables. Job Responsibilities Lead and deliver business intelligence and risk advisory projects across Francophone Africa, with a focus on due diligence investigations and government relations support. Develop and maintain deep regional, country, and sector-specific expertise. Support the growth of J.S. Held's client base within the region. Build and sustain trusted client relationships, while effectively executing client account management plans. Proactively identify business development opportunities and collaborate with senior colleagues to establish new client relationships. Contribute to J.S. Held's marketing efforts, including the development of high-quality thought leadership. Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with key public sector stakeholders. Represent J.S. Held at relevant industry events and provide expert commentary to media outlets. Required Bachelor's degree from a top-tier university in a relevant discipline, for example, international relations, political science, economics, history, languages, or area studies; Between four and seven years' experience of managing and/or conducting complex region-specific business intelligence and risk projects, particularly those relating to integrity due diligence, as well as political analysis and/or stakeholder mapping. Other relevant experience is an added advantage; Strong knowledge of the continent's political and commercial dynamics, gained through relevant professional experience and/or having lived or worked in the region; Some existing networks of public and private sector contacts in Francophone Africa, for example, journalists, government officials and business executives, and a willingness to proactively expand these networks; Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and French, including the ability to converse and draft documents on complex topics in French, and to write in English clear and concise client briefings and reports to tight deadlines with minimal guidance. Other languages are an added advantage. High levels of dynamism and proactivity, with a 'can-do', self-starter attitude; An ability to serve clients with the utmost discretion and diplomacy; Some experience in or exposure to business development, with a genuine enthusiasm for growing J.S. Held's client base. Preferred Master's degree from a top-tier university in a relevant discipline, for example, international relations, political science, economics, history, languages, or area studies. Physical and Mental Job Qualifications Must be willing to travel internationally, as needed (20-25%) J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team's needs. Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed Flexible Time Off Policy Global Medical Insurance Life Assurance Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read the J.S. Held Online Privacy Notice and hereby freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as required and described therein. California residents can click here to learn more about the personal information we collect and here to learn about additional privacy rights that may be available. Please explore what we're

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