Associate

We don’t just talk, we do. Lead the change with us. 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 over 800 changemakers, operating in more than 40 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.

Role Summary We are looking for an Associate to integrate a team of government advisors in Kyiv, Ukraine. The successful candidate will play an instrumental role in supporting TBI’s project in the country, across critical policy topics for governments.

This is an exciting opportunity requiring exceptional candidates who have experience working for public sector clients, a can-do attitude, an appetite to make an impact, versatility, and comfort operating in politically complex environments. The Associate will report to a Senior Manager.

Key Responsibilities Associates will have the following responsibilities:

• Support TBI’s role in delivering strategic direction, policy advice, and delivery of projects to our government counterparts, spanning a broad range of topics and fluctuating over time, such as climate, healthcare, media, economics, government organization, governance processes, foreign policy, etc.
• Conduct in-depth analyses and advise on key policy topics and international developments as needed to support the client’s policymaking and decision-making on priority projects and enhance the government’s ability to respond and adapt to global and regional trends.
• Engage with client counterparts for data gathering and establish a relationship of trust with counterparts, as a go-to person for analytical abilities.
• Engage and work in close cooperation with the TBI team.
• Produce and own sections of presentations and reports destined for senior government leadership

Person Specification Academics And Experience

• Between 2 and 4 years of experience, ideally in public sector consulting, with a track record of effective project delivery.
• Previous experience with digital transformation or AI is desired but not a requirement.

Work Ethics And Skills

• A proactive, self-motivated individual with a passion for achieving impact.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work, and ready to put in the necessary effort to achieve this within imposed deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, think strategically, and produce deliverables, with attention to detail.
• Good written communication and executive reporting skills, including concise written PPT decks and reports, are an advantage.
• A proven ability to collaborate with others, including people from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Fluency in English is required. Ukrainian language proficiency strongly preferred.

Client and environmental awareness

• Excellent interpersonal and presentational skills; able to quickly establish TBI’s credibility with the client
• Ability to operate within sometimes sensitive political contexts and be attuned to potential areas of conflict or tension. Apply sound judgment in all external engagements on behalf of TBI.
• An awareness of international relations trends, particularly in Eastern Europe.

Please note: While the final deadline for applications is 17 August 2024, we will begin reviewing applications and reaching out to candidates from 11 August 2024. We encourage early submissions to ensure full consideration.

We reserve the right to close this role early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. Closing Date:

2025-08-03