Strategy & Programme Lead- India

Company Description: Systemiq is a system-change company committed to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement by transforming markets and business models across five key systems: nature and food, materials and circularity, energy, urban areas, and sustainable finance. As a certified B Corp, we combine strategic advisory with high-impact, on-the-ground work, partnering with business, finance, policymakers and civil society to deliver system change. With offices across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas, we are dedicated exclusively to sustainability-focused work. Strategy & Programme Lead | India Location: India, with regular travel, including to the Himalayan region Level: Senior Manager / Director, depending on experience Contract : Initially contractor set up and then, depending on experience and programme needs we can look at staff or fixed term arrangement. The opportunity Systemiq is seeking an experienced Strategy & Programme Lead to help deliver and grow our portfolio of work in India, initially taking a leading role in our Himalayan systems change programme. Building on our report, Prosperous and Resilient Himalayas , this programme aims to translate an ambitious agenda for sustainable economic growth and resilience into practical initiatives, partnerships and financing solutions. Work may span water security, climate and disaster resilience, sustainable tourism, mountain products, enterprise development and policy. Alongside leading this programme, you will contribute to other strategic advisory and systems change projects across India, working with colleagues across Systemiq's global platforms. You will also help identify and develop new opportunities, build relationships with potential clients and partners, and contribute to expanding our presence and impact in India. We are looking for someone who combines strong management consulting capabilities, practical programme leadership and commercial judgement with a deep understanding of India's economic, policy and institutional landscape. At Systemiq, our leaders remain closely involved in the substance and delivery of our work. This role offers significant autonomy and requires someone equally comfortable shaping strategy, leading complex engagements and turning new opportunities into funded work. Key responsibilities • Lead strategic programmes and engagements. Take ownership of the Himalayan programme and contribute to other advisory projects across India, shaping priorities, analytical approaches, workplans and delivery. • Drive business development and growth. Identify and develop new project opportunities across sectors, build relationships with potential clients and funders, lead proposals and help convert opportunities into funded engagements. • Provide strategic and analytical leadership. Guide complex research, economic and financial analysis, business cases and feasibility assessments, translating findings into clear recommendations and practical solutions. • Build senior stakeholder relationships. Develop trusted relationships with government, businesses, financial institutions, funders and other partners, navigating complex institutional and commercial environments. • Translate strategy into implementation. Turn policy, sustainability and financing challenges into actionable programmes, partnerships and investment propositions that can deliver measurable impact. • Lead and develop teams. Provide direction, oversight and mentorship to multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring high-quality delivery, sound project economics and effective collaboration. • Collaborate across platforms and geographies. Work with Systemiq colleagues internationally, bringing together expertise across nature, energy, finance, materials a