Introduction

The Principal Consultant is a key strategic leader, operating primarily in the fields of natural resources and
economic development. In practice, the role involves leading assignments, guiding multidisciplinary teams,
forging strong client relationships, and collaborating closely with Partners to translate intricate scopes
of work into insightful, actionable solutions that deliver genuine value for our customers.
The role carries accountability for both project success and the consulting team's performance and
progression. The ideal candidate brings substantial consulting experience, skilfully blending strategic vision,
technical expertise, and business acumen with hands-on project and team management.
Company seeks to retain and promote high performers: a strong performance as Principal Consultant and
increasing accumulation of experience will open the door to become an Associate Partner within the firm.

Duties & Responsibilities

Project management and delivery
〉 Taking the lead role in global assignments across a variety of disciplines, including energy, mining,
agriculture, logistics, tourism, and economic development. While specific industry-expertise is useful, we
are looking for an inquisitive and strategic thinker who can operate across sectors.
〉 Reporting directly to an Ergo Partner, the role involves ultimate accountability for project scoping,
research, analysis, and report production. Individual projects may last from six weeks to six months.
Ability to manage a cross-functional team and coordinate output from individual team members is
essential to the position.
〉 Ergo produces analyses that are clear, concise, and compelling, with PowerPoint as our primary
reporting format. We are looking for someone with a consulting background and strong slide production
skills, who can deliver industry-leading reports with precision and efficiency.
Relationship building
〉 The opening offers an opportunity to join a unique team of highly motivated and creative professionals. The Principal Consultant is a senior position in the structure of the firm and involves mentoring and supporting the professional development of junior team members.
〉 You will collaborate closely with Ergo Partners, to work through issues related to specific assignments
and to participate in decisions related to the overall direction of the firm. You will take business
development responsibilities seriously, including identifying and responding to tenders, scoping followon
work with existing clients, and developing a network within the industry.
〉 In the role, you will increasingly lead relationships with clients. Ergo has an exciting portfolio of projects and customers across multiple continents – spanning some of the largest global corporations, the main global multilateral agencies, as well as governments.

Desired Experience & Qualification

〉 Master’s degree in economics, international development, business, engineering, or relevant disciplines.
〉 At least five years’ professional experience in strategic consulting and/or project management.
〉 Previous industry exposure to the natural resources sector – i.e., energy, mining, agriculture,
environment, etc.
〉 Ergo operates in English but produces work across multiple languages. Multilingual skills are an
advantage.

Package & Remuneration

R60 000 - R75 000

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