Associate & Partnerships Flex-Pool
Job Description
At the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, we work with political leaders around the world to drive change. We help governments turn bold ideas into reality so they can deliver for their people. We do it by advising on strategy, policy and delivery, unlocking the power of technology across all three. And by sharing what we learn on the ground, so everyone can benefit. We do it to build more open, inclusive and prosperous countries for people everywhere. We are a global team of nearly 800 changemakers, operating in more than 30 countries, across five continents. We are political strategists, policy experts, delivery practitioners, technology specialists and more. We speak more than 45 languages. We are working on over 100 projects, tackling some of the world’s biggest challenges. We’re all here at TBI to make a difference. In a world of ever more complex challenges, we believe diversity of background and perspective is a strength. We pride ourselves on a culture that values and nurtures difference. We are dedicated to unlocking potential, not only for the countries we work in but also for each of our team members. No matter where you’re from or who you are, if you’re passionate about the transformative power of progressive politics, we invite you to build a better future with us.
Requirement(s)
Some experience in a tech startup/scaleup, operations, project management and delivery, management consulting, multilateral institutions, high impact civil society organisations, civil service, and many other previous roles are all considered relevant at TBI. What is required is a personal passion for project-based work, government innovation, strong political acumen, and a willingness to learn and adapt and get things done. Strong time management skills and a demonstrable strength in project management. Skilled at communicating, able to create communications collateral and briefing notes, from executive office level through to ideally technical level. Ability to navigate ambiguous environments, comfortable managing up and beyond hierarchy. A track record of successful stakeholder management, cultivating and maintaining partnerships and alliances across diverse organisations. The ability to perform in-depth analysis across various topics, generate original insights and produce high-quality deliverables which are fit for delivery to senior government clients, through challenging analysis and structured problem solving. Demonstrating a proactive and hands-on attitude, not afraid to roll-up their sleeves to get the job done. Fluency in English is a must, with preference for individuals with additional language skills. Although this role is tailored towards those with generalist industry experience, experience in Digital Transformation, eGovernment, AI, Digital Skills and/or Education Technology will be considered highly relevant.
