• Job Title: Consultant

    Location: West Michigan Based, Remote

    Compensation: $150 per hour, flat, project-based rates determined per engagement

    Shift and Schedule: 5-15 hours a week, variable work hours subject to business needs

    • This is a project-based consulting role that requires flexible availability to support client and internal team meetings. Consultants must be able to accommodate meetings during standard business hours, with occasional evening availability based on project and community engagement needs. Availability may vary by project phase and will be coordinated in advance with the Khamai Strategies team.

    Employment Type & Duration: Part-time role, Independent contractor (1099)

    JOB OVERVIEW

    The Consultant serves as a key project team member responsible for leading and supporting strategic planning and community engagement initiatives for municipalities, nonprofits, and mission-driven organizations. Consultants are expected to work independently, manage assigned components of projects, and represent Khamai Strategies in high-stakes, client-facing environments.

    This role requires the ability to engage meaningfully with a wide range of stakeholders, including elected officials, executive leadership, staff, boards, and community members, while navigating differing priorities, power dynamics, and political or organizational sensitivities. Consultants are not observers; they are active facilitators, thought partners, and problem-solvers. This contract begins with a 90-day trial period to assess fit and performance. The selected candidate will be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Strategic Planning & Facilitation:

    • Lead or co-lead strategic planning efforts, including discovery, goal setting, prioritization, and implementation planning

    • Facilitate planning sessions, retreats, workshops, and working meetings with leadership teams, boards, and cross-functional staff

    • Support the development of strategic frameworks, action plans, and measurable outcomes

    Community & Stakeholder Engagement:

    • Design and implement engagement strategies tailored to project goals and community context

    • Facilitate listening sessions, focus groups, public meetings, and interviews with residents and stakeholders

    • Engage effectively with elected officials, C-suite leaders, department heads, staff, board members, community leaders, and neighborhood residents

    • Navigate complex stakeholder dynamics and ensure inclusive, productive dialogue

    Analysis, Synthesis & Deliverables:

    • Analyze qualitative and quantitative data gathered through engagement activities

    • Synthesize findings into clear insights, themes, and recommendations

    • Contribute to written deliverables such as strategic plans, engagement summaries, reports, presentations, and executive briefings

    • Ensure deliverables are clear, actionable, and aligned with client goals

    Client & Team Collaboration:

    • Participate in client meetings and internal project check-ins

    • Coordinate closely with project managers and other consultants to meet timelines and deliverables

    • Communicate proactively about progress, risks, and needs

    • Uphold Khamai Strategies’ values, standards, and approach in all client interactions

    WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR

    This role is well-suited for professionals who:

    • Have experience leading or supporting complex planning and engagement processes

    • Are comfortable facilitating conversations across levels of authority and influence

    • Can balance community voice with organizational and political realities

    • Work well in ambiguous environments and adapt to different client contexts

    • Prefer project-based, flexible work while maintaining high standards of quality and professionalism

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (required)

    • Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement

    • Proven ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders, including elected officials, executive leadership, staff, boards, and community members

    • Experience working with municipalities, nonprofits, or mission-driven organizations

    • Strong facilitation, communication, and synthesis skills

    • Ability to manage project-based work independently and meet deadlines

    • Experience in public-sector or politically sensitive environments

    • Experience facilitating equity-centered or community-informed processes

    • Familiarity with translating engagement outcomes into implementation-ready strategies

    ATTRIBUTES

    • Self-starter with a proactive mindset.

    • Comfortable working independently and part of a dynamic, mission-driven team.

    • Passionate about equity and inclusivity in community engagement and decision-making.

    TO APPLY

    Please complete all sections of the form below and attach your resume, a work sample (if available), and any additional documents as required. This form is essential for us to review your qualifications and experience thoroughly.

    If you possess a deep passion for equity, have great attention to detail, and thrive in project environments that promote equity and justice for the BIPOC community, we invite you to apply!