49 Government Policy jobs in India

Government Engagement & Policy Advocacy

·     Cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders in ministries, departments, and government agencies (Central & State).

·     Represent The A App in public policy and governance forums.

·     Align our offerings with national programs like Digital India , DBT , Skill India , and others.

·     Monitor policy trends and provide strategic inputs to internal stakeholders.

Business Development & Revenue Generation

·     Identify and pursue government-led opportunities (e.g., surveys, feedback platforms, grievance redressal, digital outreach).

·     Lead participation in RFPs, RFQs, EoIs , and tenders—managing proposal development, compliance, and submission.

·     Negotiate and close MoUs , contracts , and work orders .

Strategy & Execution

·     Develop and own a government go-to-market (GTM) strategy.

·     Collaborate with internal teams to tailor offerings for government needs (e.g., public communication, impact assessments).

·     Ensure execution meets defined SLAs and government deliverables by working closely with product and tech teams.

Education

·     MBA/PGDM from top-tier institutes (IIMs, ISB, XLRI, FMS, SPJIMR, MDI, etc.)

·     Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Economics, Public Policy , or related disciplines is a plus.

Experience

·     5–6 years in:

o     Public policy consulting

o     Government relations

o     Public sector business development (preferably in think tanks, civic-tech startups, or large consulting/GovTech firms)

·     Demonstrated success engaging ministries and converting government opportunities into commercial outcomes.

Skills

·     In-depth knowledge of government functioning and procurement systems (GeM, RFPs, tendering, MoUs).

·     Exceptional stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

·     Strong verbal and written communication.

·     Commercial orientation with the ability to convert government interest into revenue streams .

·     Comfortable with documentation-heavy and cross-functional environments

What We Offer

·     A front-row seat to one of India’s most ambitious citizen-tech platforms .

·     High-visibility role with direct access to CXOs and government leadership .

·     Entrepreneurial work environment backed by Axis My India’s credibility and reach .

·     Competitive pay with performance-linked incentives.

• Competitive salary and benefits package
  
• Opportunity to make significant contributions to a dynamic company
  
• Evening snacks are provided by the company to keep you refreshed towards the end of the day
  

• Walking distance from Chakala metro station, making commuting easy and convenient.
  

  
  

At Axis My India, we value discipline and focus. Our team members wear uniforms, adhere to a no-mobile policy during work hours, and work from our office with alternate Saturdays off. If you thrive in a structured environment and are committed to excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

Be a custodian of Paytms brand among key Government, academic and civil society

communities.

Building and maintaining good relationships wrt regulatory bodies (SEBI/RBI/IDRA)

Develop strong relationship at the central ministries and departments (including MoF, MEA, MoCA, MoCI, MEITY, MHA, DoT, Niti Ayog)

Develop and scale our relationship with the state governments, working closely with our regional business teams.

Deep expertise in Identifying, Analyzing, developing positions, and driving advocacy on political, policy and regulatory issues pertinent to Paytms business in India.

Strong understanding and willingness to build strategic relationships.

Technical understanding of the Fintech technology architecture

Experience for engaging with Industry associations and drive the policy matters.

Develop and manage trusted relationships with key influencers, Government officials, academia, industry peers and Trade associations.

Support business growth by strategically positioning Paytm and its assets with key decision makers in the government. Candidate must have strong connects in key Central Ministries.

Candidate should be able to drive various policy positions for Paytm, arrange meetings with key Govt. Stakeholders at short notice.

Work with cross functional teams (legal, sales, communications, marketing etc) to develop positions supporting technology policy, trade policy, workforce, and local government issues.

Draft advocacy materials, position papers, collaterals on policy and regulatory issues.

Work closely with teams engaged in CSR, Communications and Marketing to plan and support interactions and events that engage external government and industry leaders to build Paytms thought leadership.

Requirements:

Bachelor/ Post Graduate degree, or equivalent proven experience in public policy and/or law. Passionate about Tech Policy, ICT and Telecommunications Policy.

05-08 years experience in Public Policy and Government Relations.

Must have relevant experience working on corporate/government affairs

Deep knowledge of policy making process and anatomies at Centre, state governments.

A self-starter with an ability to work in a fast paced, multinational environment

Excellent written and verbal communication.

Proven Experience to develop/present public policy positions before government or other key stakeholders.

Values collaboration, with demonstrated abilities working cross functional teams.

Experience in a relevant business or non-governmental organization or think tank, or in a political, governmental or regulatory context

Ability to quickly get up to speed on complex technical and regulatory issues

Ability to work independently as well as a team player in a multi-task work environment.

Position: Consultant

Employment type: Contract 

Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Business Unit: Foundations Advisory

About Sattva

We Partner to deliver social impact at scale

Sattva Consulting is an Indian-origin, Global impact consulting firm and since 2009 we have been engaging with communities, businesses and government to deliver societal impact at scale.

We believe that Civil society, Business and Government all have a critical role to play in building an equitable and sustainable world, and we actively partner with all stakeholders to enable impact through our research & advisory services, knowledge platforms and collaborative initiatives.

Our teams are based in India, Singapore, Denmark and UK, but as a global organization our work has spanned 25 countries and 5 continents. For more information, please visit:

About the Team 

Foundations team collaborates with a network of global philanthropic foundations, alongside multilateral aid agencies, aiming to inform, influence, and profoundly impact social and environmental outcomes resulting from their investments in diverse sectors such as education, child development, gender, health, and more. Our primary focus is on catalysing ecosystem transformation by rigorously solving problems, formulating strategic solutions which are logically sound, effective on the ground and ensuring all stakeholders are effectively engaged while their interests are covered.

The Opportunity

As  Consultant in the Foundations team, you will be an integral part of a team that designs and builds solutions that best address our clients’ needs and create measurable impact. You will have the opportunity to work on programme strategy, business development, problem solving, and stakeholder engagement, alongside talented individuals and team. As a part of this role, you will also work closely with India's apex policy think thanks on various programmes, actively engaging government stakeholders to drive impactful outcomes. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Project Management:

• Independently build simple project plans and manage daily responsibilties efficiently. 

• Actively track project milestones and manage multiple streams within the project to ensure execution as per timelines. 

• Possess excellent time management and priortisation skills to work on key activities directly linked to impact outcomes. 

• Proactively identify and report project related risks, mitigating them in consultation with the project lead. 

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of key project knowledge assets, ensuring all critical information is well-documented and easily accessible.
  

• Problem Solving:

• Demonstrate the ability to accurately frame complex problems and translate them into clear and actionable questions for their team.

• Identify and collect the necessary data and information, synthesising them to derive the insights required to address the problem effectively.

• Conduct relevant quanitative and qualitative analyses using tools such as MS Excel, presenting data insights and trends in concise, meaningful manner with relevant visualisations. 

• Takes ownership of the problem solving process, demonstare a robust inclination towards taking action and prioritising client needs.

• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders and seek assistance when needed to ensure effective problem resolution.

• Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build credibility and influence with middle management in client organisations through proactive engagement and demonstrated expertise.

• Actively engage with clients to understand both articulated and unacticulated needs. 

• Liaise with stakeholders across the system- including grassroots organisations, community members, and government representatives.

• Articulate perspectives by leveraging relevant information, compelling arguments, and illustrative examples

• Influence middle management so that client decisions taike your views and recommendations into account.

• Team Collaboration:

• Work with junior team members and provides guidance to the Associates or Analysts on the team to ensure the achievement of high-quality project deliverables on time. 

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders of the organisation, actively contributing innovative ideas and frameworks as needed to support business growth initiatives. 

• Able to give and recieve constructive feedback to the team members in a respectable manner. 

• Manages conflict within the team in an open and transparent manner.

• Strategic Thinking:

• Keep abreast of new trends in the relevant sector or ecosystem area and make it a point to gather diverse perspectives, frameworks, and mental models to build their strategic thinking ability. 

• Understand the larger vision for the organisation/project/area of work and align their work accordingly. 

• Able to take a step back from their day-to- day work on a frequent basis to consider trends or insights that may impact their work. 

Key qualifications and experiences

• 4-6 years of experience in consulting, project management, complex operations, and stakeholder management in corporate, social enterprises, consulting firms, or global foundations

• MBA or an equivalent postgraduate degree in economics, political science, or development studies.

• Prior experience working with or engaging government stakeholders is strongly preferred, including through roles in policy research, field implementation, or programme delivery with grassroots organisation. 

• Strong analytical, communication, problem-solving skills, with the abilityb to synthesise complex information and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

• Proficiency in MS Excel (data cleaning and analysis) and data visualisation tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Google Data Studio, with demostrated ability to derive insights from structured and unstructured data. 

• Prior experience in leading small teams is an advantage. 

• Demonstrated humility, willingness to listen, and eagerness to learn.

Why Sattva?

It's not about us really- Because IMPACT is everybody’s business.

• Create Impact:  Make an impact with the work you do and the solutions you design

• Work Environment:  Thrive in a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment

• Learn & Grow: Challenge yourself to learn, grow, and deliver the best you can

• Future Ready:  Work on critical issues of today that will affect our collective tomorrow

How to Prepare?

This is your opportunity to showcase not only your qualifications but also your unique personality and passion for making a meaningful impact. Approach your application with intentionality, ensuring that each word reflects your commitment to excellence and aligns seamlessly with the values of Sattva.

FAQs on the Hiring Process

Next Steps

Together towards a sustainable world with opportunity for all!

Sattva is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, caste, creed, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected and/or marginalized characteristics. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are essential to our business and we foster an environment of respect and a culture that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We are committed to providing all employees with education, training, and development opportunities to create a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and included.

• Conduct comprehensive research on urban planning policies, economic development strategies, and social impact assessments.
• Analyze data related to land use, housing, transportation, and infrastructure in urban environments.
• Develop policy briefs, white papers, and reports for governmental bodies and private sector clients.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing urban development policies and propose improvements.
• Facilitate stakeholder consultations and workshops to gather diverse perspectives.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting urban areas.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on project planning and execution.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of long-term urban growth strategies.
• Stay informed about best practices in urban policy and planning globally.

• Master's degree in Public Policy, Urban Planning, Economics, Sociology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in policy analysis, urban planning, or public administration.
• Demonstrated experience in policy research and evaluation methodologies.
• Strong understanding of urban development challenges and policy levers.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and qualitative research skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, R, Python) and GIS software is a plus.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment and manage multiple projects.
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and facilitation.
• A commitment to contributing to impactful urban development solutions.

Head of Professional Services (Research) | Based in Melbourne CBD + Interstate Travel | Not-for-profit | Housing & Urban Environment research | influence Policy development and Practice

• Full-time permanent position
• Not-for-profit | Work for a meaningful organisation
• Attractive salary with salary sacrafice opportunity
• Melbourne CBD based with frequent travel interstate

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and commercially astute manager to undertake the role of Head of Professional Services (Research) and work with a group of caring and committed people in a meaningful organisation dedicated to delivering high quality research that influences policy development and practice change to improve homelessness, housing and urban environments of all Australians.

The Role:

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Professional Services Group (Professional Services Group provide a range of services including program evaluations, research synthesis analyses, the facilitation of research-to-policy development workshops and seminars, and leads business development for the Institute)
• Oversee the quality, relevance and cost effectiveness of Professional Services and business development activities
• Lead business development to source contracts for research projects, synthesis work, program evaluations, policy development facilitation and related research activities
• Actively lead and deliver the transfer of research into policy development through public speaking, facilitation of public and private events and through the media
• Provide strategic advice and oversight and work with the Executive Management Group to monitor team performance consistent with the strategic goals of the company

(Full position description with Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities is available on request)

To be considered for the role you must have:

• Demonstrated experience in working at a strategic level and have solid leadership and management experience
• Research skills - high level conceptual and analytic capacity with the ability to source, evaluate and synthesise evidence from a range of relevant research sources
• Good understanding of research quality, methods and approaches including skills in research assessment
• Superior analytical, conceptual and presentation skills
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Self managed and motivated

Qualifications and experience desired:

• Demonstrated understanding of urban policy, housing, social and economic policy issues in Australia
• Demonstrated understanding of decision making processes in urban, housing, and private sector entitites
• Advanced degree (MA or PhD level) or equivalent experience viewed favourably

Don't miss out on the opportunity to make a difference!

For more information please contact Kristine on 0407 300 881 or for a confidential discussion.

IMPORTANT: It is a requirement of all our jobs that you have a PR or AU/NZ Citizenship. A work visa is not sufficient as all our jobs are permanent. Please do not apply if you do not meet these requirements.

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