Consulting Data Fellow
Dalberg Group
Job Title
Consulting Data Fellow
Business/Department
Dalberg Data Insights
Job Category
Consulting
Location
102 UG
Nairobi, KE (multi-location)
Closing Date
1/3/2025
Job Description
Maximize your potential. Tackle the world’s toughest problems.
Build expertise in areas that matter to you. Become a global development leader.
ABOUT DALBERG
We are a global group working to build a more sustainable planet and inclusive societies where all people can thrive. As a diverse, purpose-driven community of professionals, it works in collaboration with local communities and global networks to create bold and equitable solutions and develop the next generation of impact leaders. Dalberg brings together strategy and management consulting, equity-centered community design, data, research, implementation, and communications to achieve its mission of solving the most pressing challenges of our time through systemic change. We are from everywhere, at home anywhere - an African and American company as much as an Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern, and European one.
Dalberg is a place where a diverse mix of talented individuals are able to practice transparency and openness while maintaining independence of thought – whether it’s how you identify, where you come from, the languages you speak, the person you love, or the way you worship. Dalberg is a home where people feel safe, understood, nurtured, and encouraged to grow.
As a team of 640+ people from 55 countries, speaking over 90 languages collectively, with 46%+ female leadership team, Dalberg places diversity, equity and inclusion principles at the heart of our organization and the work we do alongside our clients, partners and communities.
Established in 2001 by experienced private sector consultants, Dalberg operates from 25+ worldwide locations. For more information, please visit Dalberg.
ABOUT DALBERG DATA INSIGHTS
We are seeing an increasing gap in awareness and adoption of AI in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs), which can lead to long-term and irreversible digital divide between LMICs and High-Income Countries. At Dalberg Data Insights, we democratize AI access for impactful organizations by:
- Designing AI and data strategies and solutions
- Providing AI literacy training to our clients and partners
- Piloting AI solutions
- Consulting on Responsible AI practices
- Developing & scaling advanced AI solutions, designed to transform data into actionable insights.
- Curious, resourceful, confident under pressure, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
- Experience solving analytical problems using quantitative approaches or systematic thinking.
- Self-driven, agile, and able to work independently and on multiple engagements simultaneously.
- Ability to effectively communicate ideas and rationale to project managers or clients, and see concepts through to final design deliverables.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Understanding of the social impact sector, including the unique challenges and opportunities it presents. Familiarity with the needs and pain points of both public and private sector clients in this space.
- Technical prowess in utilizing data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar for effective data communication.
- Knowledge of AI technologies and their practical implementation in product development.
- Demonstrated ability to employ critical thinking and problem-solving skills to develop innovative solutions to client challenges.
- Capability to translate business requirements into technical specifications and effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
- 0-2 years of experience working with digital solutions.
- Familiarity with machine learning concepts and algorithms, understanding their application in decision support tools.
- Understanding of data engineering principles for data collection, processing, and storage.
- Proficiency in agile methodologies for iterative development and responsiveness to change.
- Project management skills to coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure timely delivery.
- Familiarity with UX/UI principles to ensure user-friendly product designs.
- Strong presentation skills to pitch ideas, present findings, and lead internal meetings.
- Ability to build relationships with clients, understanding and adapting to their evolving needs.
- COMMITMENT 1: We commit to publishing internal Dalberg DEI reports annually, to hold ourselves accountable, report on progress and share lessons from our regional DEI plans.
- COMMITMENT 2: We commit to delivering regular training for all staff (including leadership) on how to engender inclusive workplaces and mitigate unconscious bias.
- COMMITMENT 3: We commit to addressing imbalances in how power and privilege are formally distributed and informally exercised across the firm.
Dalberg Data Insights is the AI and Data Science entity of the Dalberg Group. We are a global group working to build a more inclusive and sustainable world where all people, everywhere, can reach their fullest potential. Comprised of Dalberg Advisors, Dalberg Data Insights, Dalberg Design, Dalberg Implement, Dalberg Media, and Dalberg Research, our businesses approach problems differently and work together to create impact on a scale.
About the Data Fellowship Program
Dalberg Data Insights is looking for 3 Data Fellows who can join the team. As a Data Fellow, you will become an active member of a team that is working on an ongoing project and learn first-hand what it takes to build impactful data solutions. You will rotate between different Data Science and Project Management roles, thereby receiving a unique overview of how different functions operate within a successful project. The Data Fellowship program will help you to discover your strengths and use them to grow into the job that fits you best. As entrepreneurship and creativity is highly valued at DDI, we also encourage Data Fellows to drive their own initiatives related to data for development. The fellowship program is 6 months long and full-time employment will be offered to the top performers.
ABOUT YOU
You're eager to develop data tools and inclusive data ecosystems to assist public and development actors in making informed decisions. You aspire to tackle global issues, from the spread of pandemics to climate change to youth unemployment, ensuring no population is left behind. You are a dedicated problem solver with an entrepreneurial spirit, committed to professional excellence. You are curious and a fast learner. You are disciplined and attentive to data systems. You are self-driven, agile and can work independently and on multiple engagements simultaneously. You do not shy away from working in multicultural and multi-location teams. You value diversity.
Essential Qualifications and Skills
Anyone fulfilling the essential qualifications is encouraged to apply.
We do not expect candidates to meet all desired qualifications.
At Dalberg Data Insights, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environment. Our mission is to tackle some of the most pressing challenges in the world using AI and data, and we need a passionate, driven individual to lead our GenAI initiatives. If you are a problem-solver with an entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for using AI to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.
JOIN OUR TEAM
Our current opportunities for this role are at Nairobi and Kampala. You must have authorization to work in the country to which you are applying.
No Cover letter needed.
Please submit your application at https://join.augmentimpact.ai/apply/156 by 11:59PM EST on 1st March 2025.
During the same recruitment period, please only apply to one position at Dalberg. This position should be the role best suited to your current professional experience and to your first preference location.
Candidate applications will be considered on a rolling basis. A candidate’s specific title and level of entry will be assessed during the interview process.
Dalberg values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. Qualified and interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, religion, background, or ethnic affiliation are encouraged to apply for the vacancy.
Owing to the large number of applications we receive, unfortunately, only successful candidates will be contacted.
How to apply to this job Apply at https://join.augmentimpact.ai/apply/156
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