Engagement Manager - Government Advisory

About Amber & MarkAt Amber & Mark, we partner with Governments and Public Institutions to turn ambition into outcomes - bringing the rigour of strategy, the discipline of delivery, and an enduring belief in public purpose to every engagement.We believe advisory must go beyond frameworks and contribute meaningfully to governance transformation, institutional strengthening, and development impact. Our teams work closely with government departments, public agencies, development institutions, and implementation partners across diverse sectors.

Position DetailsPosition Title: Engagement Manager - Government AdvisoryNumber of Positions: 02Location: Jaipur, RajasthanReporting To: Associate Director / DirectorEmployment Type: Full-timeExperience Required: 10+ Years Educational QualificationsBachelor's DegreeCandidates with a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Communications, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Development Studies, Rural Development, Social Work, Management, Commerce, Statistics, Engineering, Law, or related disciplines may apply for this position.

Master's Degree (Preferred/Advantageous):Candidates with a Master's degree in Public Administration, Economics, Political Science, Public Policy, Governance, Development Studies, MBA in Public Policy, Infrastructure Management, Rural Management, CSR, Business Communications , Operations or other relevant disciplines; Masters in Public Health; LLM; ME/M.TECH or equivalent disciplines will be preferred. Candidates from premier institutions or with specialisation in public management, policy, or development will be particularly advantaged for this role.

Relevant Work ExperienceCandidates with 10+ years of relevant work experience in government advisory, management consulting, public sector engagement, development sector organisations, or multilateral agencies are eligible to apply for this position.Candidates should demonstrate proven experience in managing end-to-end advisory engagements, leading client relationships, overseeing diverse project teams, and delivering complex government advisory mandates. Candidates from top-tier consulting firms, development institutions, or government advisory practices with a demonstrated ability to manage business relationships and project teams will be strongly preferred.

Role OverviewThe Engagement Manager - Government Advisory will own and manage end-to-end delivery of government advisory engagements, lead senior client relationships, drive business development, and oversee project teams across multiple mandates for Government Departments and Public Institutions.The Engagement Manager plays a pivotal role between senior leadership and the project delivery team. This role requires strategic thinking, strong client relationship skills, project management excellence, and the ability to grow the firm's government advisory portfolio. The selected candidate will be responsible for advisory quality, client satisfaction, team performance, and business growth within the government advisory practice.

Roles & ResponsibilitiesEngagement Ownership & Delivery ManagementSenior Client Relationship ManagementStrategic Advisory & Problem StructuringBusiness Development & Practice GrowthTeam Leadership & People ManagementQuality Assurance & Deliverable ReviewPolicy Research & Strategic Analysis LeadershipProgramme Design & Implementation AdvisoryStakeholder Facilitation & High-Level EngagementMonitoring, Evaluation & Governance SystemsChange Management LeadershipCapacity Building Programme LeadershipKnowledge & Thought LeadershipFinancial Management of EngagementsAdditional Practice-Level Responsibilities

SkillsEngagement Management: Demonstrated ability to manage complex government advisory engagements end-to-end with full ownership of quality, timelines, and client outcomes.Business Development: Proven ability to identify, develop, and convert advisory opportunities with government and public sector clients.Senior Client Management: Strong ability to build and sustain relationships with senior government officials and institutional leaders.Team Leadership & Development: Ability to lead, mentor, and develop multi-level advisory teams in dynamic project environments.Strategic Problem Structuring: Ability to structure complex governance and institutional challenges and design effective advisory approaches.Communication & Influence: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and articulate complex ideas persuasively.

CompetenciesStrategic Leadership - Ability to define advisory direction, structure complex mandates, and lead teams toward high-impact outcomes.Client Influence & Relationship Building - Demonstrated ability to build credibility and sustain long-term relationships with senior government and institutional clients.Business Acumen - Understanding of advisory economics, engagement management, and business development within government consulting contexts.People Development - Strong commitment to talent development, team building, and nurturing a high-performance advisory culture.Ownership & Accountability - Full accountability for engagement quality, client satisfaction, and team performance.Professional Conduct - Maintains the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professional conduct in all client interactions.

Tools & Technical Proficiency

MandatoryMS Excel (Advanced)MS PowerPoint (Advanced)MS WordGoogle WorkspacePower BI / Tableau

DesiredProject Management Platforms (e.g., MS Project, Asana)SQL / STATA / SPSSFinancial Modelling & Budgeting ToolsGovernment Data Portals & Policy RepositoriesCRM Tools for Business Development Tracking

Preferred Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate should have a demonstrated track record in government advisory or management consulting with a strong focus on public sector engagements, senior client management, and complex project delivery. Candidates from premier consulting firms, public sector organisations, or development institutions with experience in leading advisory mandates will be strongly preferred.Preference will also be given to candidates with proven experience in business development, team leadership, bid management, and thought leadership within government advisory or related public sector domains, along with willingness to travel for client engagements.

Travel & Mobility RequirementsWillingness to travel within Rajasthan and other locations, as required for project assignments.Ability to undertake field visits, stakeholder consultations, district-level reviews, and implementation assessments.Flexibility to work in dynamic and fast-paced public sector environments.Candidates should be comfortable with short-duration and periodic travel based on project needs.

What You Gain From This RoleThis role offers a senior leadership position in a growing government advisory practice with significant opportunity to shape advisory mandates, build government relationships, and drive practice growth. The Engagement Manager will gain visibility across senior government networks, strategic advisory engagements, and a clear pathway to Associate Director and Director-level roles within the firm.

Application ProcessInterested candidates may apply by filling out this form - Shortlisted candidates will be invited for:Preliminary ScreeningWritten/Case-based AssessmentPersonal Interview(s)Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Diversity, Equality & InclusionAmber & Mark is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We encourage applications from candidates across different social, cultural, educational, and professional backgrounds.We believe diversity strengthens problem-solving, innovation, and institutional impact, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity and fair treatment throughout the recruitment and employment process.

Background Verification & Integrity ChecksSelected candidates may undergo background verification and reference checks through relevant authorities or authorised agencies.Candidates applying for this role should:Have no ongoing criminal cases or adverse legal proceedings.Provide accurate educational and professional information.Be willing to submit documents required for verification processes, if requested.