About Global Nation:Global Nation is a think-do tank dedicated to building a more collaborative world. We use our four levers of thought leadership, strategic advisory, coalition building and communications to improve international cooperation on humanity's great challenges, including climate change, pandemics, conflict and inequality. We are an agile team that combines policy experts, academics, strategic advisors and communications specialists.We advise many of the world's leading institutions, including the Gates Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation, Wellcome Trust, WHO, WMO, UNDRR, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), and national governments. We also receive grant funding to pursue thought-leadership and movement-building for a fairer international system. This includes our work on the Global Solidarity Report, a scorecard that is, for the first time, measuring the international community's ability to tackle and withstand our generational challenges.We are headquartered in London, but our team is distributed across the United Kingdom, the United States, Spain, Nepal, and Jordan, Saudi Arabia and UAE. Founded in 2022, Global Nation is led by author and development expert Hassan Damluji.Job Summary:We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Associate to join our team. As an Associate at Global Nation, focused on the Middle East, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-impact projects in international development for the region, driving strategic initiatives, and providing expert guidance to our clients. Some examples of projects you could work on include:Gates Foundation Middle East : Support the Gates Foundation's Middle East team on their strategic engagements and initiatives in the regionWaterAid: Support WaterAid to develop their strategic approach to donor engagement and partnership development in the Middle East, leading up to the UAE-hosted UN water summit in December 2026Malaria No More (MNM): Support MNM to map, identify and approach organizations and individuals in the Gulf, mobilising grant funding and investment partnerships to accelerate the scale up of the Wolbachia program in Southeast AsiaNote that it is possible to be involved in non-Middle East projects, depending on staffing priorities. The remaining time will be dedicated to developing business proposals, supporting other advisory projects, contributing to our thought leadership work, or supporting our business operations work to further build our growing business.What You'll Do:Collaborate with senior consultants and client teams to design, develop and implement strategic solutionsFacilitate meetings, presentations, and workshops to communicate findings and recommendations to clientsConduct comprehensive research and analysis to identify key insights and opportunitiesBuild and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutionsDevelop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and deliverablesProvide support in the implementation of strategic initiatives and monitor progress to ensure successful executionAssist in the development of client proposals, presentations, and other business development activitiesStay updated on relevant external political and economic trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continuously enhance consulting methodologiesWho You Are:You care deeply about the Middle East – you're energized by the region's opportunities and challenges, and motivated to contribute to meaningful progressYou're driven by global challenges and believe international cooperation can deliver real-world impact (e.g., global health and climate)You take ownership and hold a high bar – you're proactive, self-directed, and take pride in producing excellent workYou thrive in a fast-paced, high-ambiguity environment, staying organized while managing multiple priorities at onceYou want to build in a small, mission-led team – you're collaborative, low-ego, and excited to play a meaningful role in a growing organization where team members care about one another and every individual has a key role to play in the organisation's successYou're effective in a distributed, remote-first setup and can collaborate well during GMT / GMT+1 working hoursWhat We're Looking For:Middle East : Experience working in the Middle East region or on projects related to the Middle East regionStrategy consulting experience : Minimum 2 years of work experience at a top-tier management consulting firm (e.g., McKinsey, Bain, BCG, etc.), additional experience within or beyond consulting is highly valuedProblem solving : Enjoys breaking down complex strategic problems and developing clear frameworks to address themStrategic communication : Able to clearly and concisely articulate project goals, strategies, and anticipated impacts to diverse stakeholders, including major fundersNarrative construction : Proficient in creating structured, persuasive narratives that align project objectives with stakeholder prioritiesData analysis : Strong analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insightsTime Zone : Based in GMT (e.g., London) to GMT+4 (e.g., Dubai) time zone. Outside these time zones will be considered, but between GMT to GMT+4 is strongly preferred.Language: Exposure to Arabic language is desired (not required)What We Offer You:Mission driven: The chance to be part of a mission-driven and entrepreneurial organization that is making a lasting impact worldwideWork-life balance: Flexible hours, better work-life balance than top-tier management consulting firmsTime off: 33 days off per year (flexible, with the ability to choose when to take Public Holidays off)Growth: Leadership and team members that are open to supporting your professional and personal goals and interests, with opportunities to grow your role over timeTravel: Occasional international travel (dependent on client needs)DEI: A deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism in our culture, beliefs, systems, and processesDetails:Compensation: £50k-70k (based on experience and performance during the interview process), plus bonus, and with opportunity for rapid promotion based on performanceDeadline: 15 January 2026 at 23:59 GMT. We will review applications on a rolling basis. Strong candidates may be interviewed before the deadline. We strongly encourage early submission to maximize your chances.Start date: 2 February 2025How To Apply:If you are ready to embark on an exciting journey to make a difference on a global scale, we encourage you to apply for this position. Please complete this online form: Only successful candidates will be contacted.At Global Nation, we value diversity and are committed to equal opportunity employment. Applicants from all backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.