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Junior Associate (Part-time)

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January 18, 2025

Position: Junior Associate (Part-Time) 

Vacancy: 4-5

Deadline: Sunday, 9th February , 2025

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Requirements: University 3rd–4th year students from any background are encouraged to apply. Students passionate about research and experience in extracurricular activities (ECA) and part-time work experience will have an added advantage.

About the Role: The Junior Associate will join the LightCastle as a part-time member, working 4-5 hours daily for a total of 20-22 hours per week. This paid role is for a period of 4 months. Upon successful completion of the tenure, based on performance and organizational needs, there is the possibility of extending the contract or being considered for a longer-term role with the team.

Job responsibilities include:

  • Project Assistance: Assist with program management tasks and coordinate with internal teams
  • Research Support: Help in designing interview guides, conducting basic research, and organizing discussions to gather information
  • Data Handling: Assist with collecting and organizing data, and contribute to simple data analysis and reporting
  • Content Support: Help in preparing reports, articles, presentation deck and other materials in a clear and structured way

Required Skills and Traits:

  • University 3rd-4th year  students
  • Ability to think critically
  • Superior communication skills
  • Strong background in communication and writing
  • Students with a passion for research and experience in business case competitions will have an added advantage
  • Highly skilled in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Canva, and Excel) and/ or Google Suite ; Looker Studio, Power BI
  • General understanding of and interest in entrepreneurship, the startup ecosystem, foundations, non-profits, and local or global competitions is a plus

About LightCastle Partners

LightCastle Partners — an international management consulting firm — creates systemic and data-driven growth and impact opportunities in emerging markets. By collaborating with development partners and leveraging the power of the private sector, we strive to strengthen economies, inspire businesses, and transform lives at scale. 

We aim to accelerate and deliver sustainable and inclusive growth. For more than a decade, we have been collaborating with the public, private, and development organizations and institutions to help formulate intervention strategies, mobilize capital, and implement programs that generate enduring social and commercial impact. 

Our deeply entrenched knowledge, network, and expertise spanning research, advisory, advocacy, partnerships, program implementation, digital transformation, and capital mobilization enable us to commit to our mission to strengthen emerging economies. Till date, we have served 300+ projects in 20+ countries for 150+ clients — mobilizing  U$ 150 million+ capital, accelerating 1500+ enterprises,  and directly supporting the transformation of 500,000+ lives and livelihoods in frontier markets.

Learn more: www.lightcastlepartners.com 

LightCastle Partners is an equal opportunity employer. It believes in fostering diversity in the workplace and does not discriminate based on gender, color, or race.

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