Planning Consultant - Dundee, United Kingdom - Urban Foresight

Description

Urban Foresight is a forward-thinking consultancy.
excited to be involved in cutting-edge projects that make a genuine difference in the world
Roles are available at all grades and will be based in our office in central Dundee.

You will build on our existing portfolio of projects, helping to win and deliver new contracts that require specialist evaluation services.

This typically involves measuring the outcomes of client projects, identifying areas for improvement, and providing strategic recommendations for future projects.

designing and implementing evaluation frameworks for diverse projects in areas such as innovation, sustainability, and improving health outcomes.
conducting qualitative and quantitative analyses to assess project outcomes, including stakeholder interviews, surveys, and data analysis.
identifying key performance indicators (KPIs), theories of change, and developing metrics to track project progress and success.
collaborating with project teams to integrate evaluation activities into project planning and implementation.
presenting evaluation findings to clients and stakeholders, and facilitating discussions on implications for future projects.
business development and proposal writing to secure new contracts
The ideal candidates will have a strong background in evaluation methodologies, data analysis, and consultancy.
experience of working as an external consultant to public and private sector clients
proven experience in designing and conducting evaluations for projects or programmes, preferably in sectors related to our work (e.g. economic development, transport, innovation, net zero, health and social care)
experience of business development, bid writing, and securing new contracts
ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

Urban Foresight is a mission driven business that works with ambitious clients around the world on projects to improve lives, protect the environment and deliver new economic opportunities.

We think deeply about how to turn good ideas into great projects that can have a lasting and transformational impact.

Urban Foresight strives to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons.

As part of this commitment, consideration will be given to requests for part-time working in this role, subject to this satisfying the required business need.

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