Analyst - 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: Analyst - Government AdvisoryNumber of Position: 02Location: Jaipur, RajasthanReporting To: Senior Consultant Employment Type: Full-timeExperience Required: 0-3 Years Educational QualificationsBachelor's Degree Candidates with a Bachelor's degree such as BA in Public Administration, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Development Studies, Rural Development, or Social Work; BBA/BBM in Management; B.Sc. in Statistics, Data Analytics, Environmental Studies, or Sustainability; BE/B.Tech; LLB; or other related disciplines may apply for this position.Master's Degree (Preferred/Advantageous):Candidates with a Master's degree such as MA in Public Administration, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Social Work, Rural Development, Development Studies, Governance & Development, or International Development; MSc in Environment & Sustainability, Statistics, Data Analytics, Public Policy, or Development Practice; Master's in Public Health (MPH); MBA in Rural Management, CSR, Sustainability, Public Policy, Infrastructure Management, or Operations; LLM; or other related disciplines will be preferred for this position.

Relevant Work Experience Candidates with prior internship or work experience in government departments, consulting firms, development sector organisations, NGOs, CSR initiatives, research institutions, multilateral agencies, or public policy and public sector governance projects will be preferred.Preference will also be given to candidates with exposure to policy research, programme implementation, stakeholder coordination, monitoring & evaluation, data analysis, impact assessment, field research, project management, or government advisory assignments. Familiarity with public sector processes, government schemes, and development ecosystem projects will be an added advantage.

Role OverviewThe Analyst - Government Advisory will support policy research, project implementation, programme management, stakeholder coordination, and strategic advisory assignments for Government Departments and Public Institutions.The role requires strong analytical thinking, structured communication, documentation abilities, and willingness to work in dynamic public sector environments. The selected candidate will contribute to governance reforms, implementation support, monitoring frameworks, policy studies, institutional strengthening, and development sector initiatives.

Roles & ResponsibilitiesProgramme Implementation SupportPublic Sector Advisory SupportPolicy Research & Sectoral AnalysisResearch on Emerging Development TrendsPolicy Note & Report PreparationProject Monitoring & TrackingBid Process ManagementStakeholder CoordinationMeeting & Consultation SupportGovernment Scheme AssessmentData Collection & Field ResearchData Analysis & InterpretationDocumentation & Knowledge ManagementProposal Development SupportChange ManagementProcess ReengineeringCoordination with Field TeamsCompliance & Process SupportCommunication & Follow-upSupport in Capacity Building InitiativesCross-functional CollaborationField Visit ParticipationClient Relationship SupportAdditional Project Responsibilities

SkillsResearch & Policy Analysis Skills: Strong ability to conduct structured research, analyse government schemes, policy documents, and sectoral trends, and prepare insight-driven reports for public sector projects.Report Writing & Documentation: Ability to prepare clear, concise, and professional reports, presentations, policy notes, meeting minutes, and project documentation.Stakeholder Coordination & Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate professionally with Government officials, partner institutions, and stakeholders.Data Analysis & Project Monitoring: Ability to work with quantitative and qualitative data for reporting, project tracking, dashboards, monitoring frameworks, and implementation reviews.Preferred Candidate Profile: Candidates familiar with surveys, dashboards, MIS systems, stakeholder consultations, field coordination, or analytics assignments will be preferred.Time Management & Execution: Ability to manage multiple assignments, adhere to timelines, and maintain quality in dynamic and fast-paced project environments.CompetenciesProblem Solving - Ability to identify implementation challenges and contribute practical, structured, and solution-oriented approaches.Attention to Detail - Strong focus on accuracy, consistency, documentation quality, and process adherence.Adaptability - Ability to work across different sectors, teams, and project environments with flexibility and professionalism.Ownership & Accountability - Demonstrates responsibility, initiative, and commitment toward assigned tasks and deliverables.Team Collaboration - Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and contribute positively to organisational goals.Professional Conduct - Maintains integrity, confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical standards while dealing with stakeholders and project information.

Tools & Technical ProficiencyMandatoryMS ExcelMS PowerPointMS WordGoogle WorkspacePower BI

DesiredTableau SQLSPSSSurvey Tools & MIS PlatformsOnline Research DatabasesBasic Project Tracking Tools

Preferred Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate should have a strong interest in public policy, governance, and development sector projects, along with strong technical and analytical abilities. Candidates with internship, research, fellowship, or work experience in Government Departments, consulting firms, NGOs, CSR initiatives, research institutions, or public policy and governance projects will be preferred. Preference will also be given to candidates with exposure to programme implementation, stakeholder coordination, monitoring & evaluation, policy research, field engagement, livelihood or social sector projects, and willingness to travel for project-related assignments.

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 an opportunity to build a career in public sector advisory through hands-on exposure to government systems, policy, governance, and high-impact development projects. Candidates will work closely with experienced professionals while gaining practical experience in research, implementation, stakeholder engagement, and project management across diverse sectors.

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.