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ProSidian Professional Consultant Network (PPN Consultant)

ProSidian Consulting, LLC

ProSidian Professional Consultant Network (PPN Consultant)

Charlotte, NC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Building and maintaining a successful consulting practice takes more than expertise in a particular field.  Success requires experienced professionals who are technically capable, can work as part of a team, with interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written), and can deliver creativity and innovation to problem-solving through strategic planning, analytical skills, flexibility, and the ability to cope with pressure and challenges.

    Whether you’re looking for a job or a contract/interim engagement, the ProSidian Professional Consultant Network Consultant opportunity can meet your needs.  For over 11 years, ProSidian Engagement Teams have provided skills and tools to support our members to build better businesses that deliver transformative value for their management clients.  We're not competitors: we support each other.  What we share makes each one of us stronger and more able to provide better value for our clients.

    The ProSidian Professional Consultant Network is a freelance platform for management consultants.  We bring first class consultants and challenging projects together.  ProSidian Professional Network Consultants (PPN Consultants) give expert advice and support to businesses and organizations.  PPN Consultants are a part of an international community of ethically grounded consultants who provide On-Demand CONUS/OCONUS support to Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes.  We believe that when a consultant is part of a community focused on each other’s success, great things happen – it’s a win-win-win.

    We’ve created the ability for you to align yourself to your specialization, so you can stand out from the crowd, accelerate your matching process and ultimately, get to work solving interesting challenges for our clients.  We are pleased to introduce Hourly, Fixed Price, Daily, or Weekly Rate roles for Time-based offers.  ProSidian is committed to privacy, transparency, and choice.  We let you know what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we safeguard it.  We protect your confidential information – including your identity and details of your participation PPN Consultant – and only disclose such information with your specific permission.  

    Thanks to your professional experiences we rapidly find the right projects: Based on a detailed matching process, consultants, project managers, experts or entire teams can in most cases start their project within only 05 Days!  As a freelance consultant, you will get access to our exclusive network of consulting professionals and clients: Besides exciting projects, you will gain valuable new contacts, potential US. Govt. Security Clearance (Secret FcL and TS FcL) and attractive opportunities for your career development.  

    Our Engagement Team Platforms put a real value on your knowledge and gives you the power to manage your project engagements – you decide what types of opportunities are appropriate for you. Over time, we plan to add new features, as well as a space to provide opportunities to network, share new content, and thought leadership.

    By joining the ProSidian Professional Consultant Network, you can visibly align yourself to your specialization and hear about new roles as they are posted.  As a ProSidian Consultant, you can also our engagement managers find the right members to fill open and upcoming roles.  Over time, we plan to add new features to the ProSidian Professional Consultant Network Solution Areas, as well as opportunities to network and share new content and thought leadership.

    ProSidian maintains relationships with hundreds of people from all over the world and all walks of life – from CEOs to recent government and military retirees – who connect, consult, and profit from what they know.  JOIN AS A PROSIDIAN PROFESSIONAL NETWORK CONSULTANT TO PROFIT FROM YOUR KNOWLEDGE AND CONNECTIONS, NETWORK WITH OTHER SMART PROFESSIONALS, AND GET FASTER INSIGHTS FROM OUR GLOBAL CONSULTANT NETWORK.  LET'S BREAK IT DOWN.

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    _WHAT IS THE PROSIDIAN PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT NETWORK?: _ The ProSidian Professional Consultant Network is a first-of-its-kind marketplace (Introducing great minds to great opportunities) that connects top independent talent with exciting opportunities at ProSidian.  It is a place where independent talent can learn about open roles with ProSidian, network with ProSidian employees, and gain support to continue building their career.  We’re connecting the best independent talent with exciting ProSidian opportunities.  Become a member of ProSidian Professional Consultant Network Marketplace and let us introduce you to something special.

    WHO CAN PARTICIPATE IN THE PROSIDIAN PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT NETWORK?: The ProSidian Professional Consultant Network is open to independent talent living and authorized to work in the US without sponsorship, or eligible to work on global client engagements, including former ProSidian employees who left the firm while in good standing.

    WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF PARTICIPATING IN THE PROSIDIAN PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT NETWORK?:  Through the ProSidian Professional Consultant Network, ProSidian is changing the way it works with independent talent and providing unprecedented access to independent roles within our CONUS/OCONUS Advisory Business.  The ProSidian Professional Consultant Network is now the only direct channel for these types of roles and is helping ProSidian build enduring relationships with members of the independent workforce.  Members of the ProSidian Professional Consultant Network will have:

    • BETTER MARKET ACCESS:  Our growing network of consultants improves your access to interesting clients and challenging projects!
    • PRECISE MATCHING:  Our matching process ensures a professional and personal fit between projects and your qualifications and interests!
    • COMMUNITY:  As a ProSidian PPN Consultant, you are no longer a lone fighter! PPN Consultant Network Community meetings, new contacts and interesting services complete our offering!
    • Freedom of Decision
    • PROSIDIAN ACTS AS AN ADDITIONAL SALES CHANNEL FOR YOU – you decide for yourself which projects you want to accept.
    • Opportunities to work on high-profile projects and interesting challenges that position them to make a difference for leading clients worldwide.
    • Direct access to ProSidian teams seeking top independent talent for their projects.
    • Greater transparency into project pipelines and timing, including email role digests that proactively send you roles in your areas of interest.
    • Access to a single, integrated platform that facilitates the entire project lifecycle from searching for roles to executing work to networking.

    ARE THERE ANY RESTRICTIONS ON OUTSIDE CONTRACT WORK OR EMPLOYMENT WHILE I AM EITHER A MEMBER OF THE CONSULTANT NETWORK OR WORKING ON A PROJECT THROUGH THE PROSIDIAN PROFESSIONAL NETWORK?: The ProSidian Professional Consultant Network does not limit the contract work or employment that a member of the community may pursue, although typical post-employment obligations surrounding confidentiality will apply.  You are also welcome to pursue other professional opportunities while working on a ProSidian Professional Consultant Network project as long as the timing does not conflict.

    AM I RESPONSIBLE FOR CONFIRMING THAT I DON'T HAVE A CONFLICT BY PERFORMING WORK WITH PROSIDIAN?: Yes.  By working on a role for ProSidian, you represent that you are not violating any contractual or other obligations that you have with other entities.

    WHAT IS THE TIME COMMITMENT FOR ROLES ON THE PROSIDIAN PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT NETWORK?: Each ProSidian Professional Consultant Network role is project-based and has its requirements.  The role description will indicate the start date, end date, and hours expected per week for each role.

    AM I ELIGIBLE FOR PROSIDIAN BENEFITS AS A MEMBER OF THE PROSIDIAN PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT NETWORK?: No.  Members of the ProSidian Professional Consultant Network are not ProSidian employees and, therefore, are not eligible for ProSidian benefits.  However, you may be eligible for benefits through full-time employment with ProSidian, which may result from ongoing project engagements.

    IS THERE ANY GUARANTEE OF BEING SELECTED FOR ROLES WITHIN THE PROSIDIAN PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT NETWORK?: There is no guarantee that you will be selected for work within the ProSidian Professional Consultant Network.  However, the ProSidian Professional Consultant Network is an active, frequently updated marketplace designed for independent talent to find new projects, so we encourage you to your CV/Bio/resume, answer our glass slipper questions, designate technical service expertise (area Of Focus), and allow us to send you roles in your areas of interest proactively.

    HOW WILL I BE CONNECTED TO PROSIDIAN AFTER MY PROJECT ENDS?: ProSidian welcomes the opportunity to remain in touch with members of the ProSidian Professional Consultant Network.  We will do this through regular email communications, messages through the marketplace, and mobile notifications if enabled.  There are two additional ways to stay informed about new roles in the marketplace: You can choose to receive updates via email, join our Fellowship Network where based on our saved searches and, if your skills and experience align with one of our Solution Areas, you can join to receive notifications about roles that match those areas.  We are continually considering additional ways for you to stay connected to ProSidian and the ProSidian Professional Consultant Network community.

    WHAT ARE SOLUTION AREAS?: ProSidian is a management and operations consulting firm with a reputation for its strong national practice spanning six solution areas including Risk Management, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, Energy & Sustainability, and Human Capital.  For a select number of practice areas, the ProSidian Professional Consultant Network Solution Areas have been created to help individuals learn more about ProSidian opportunities within specific areas of expertise aligned with our services and solutions (www.ProSidian.com/services/).

    FUEL YOUR GROWTH:  We’re making it easier to fill your project pipeline with interesting work.  The ProSidian Professional Consultant Network seamlessly takes you from searching for open roles to joining a project, to networking – leaving you more time to focus on the work you enjoy.  The ProSidian Professional Consultant Network gives you direct access to ProSidian teams seeking experienced independent talent for their projects.  Join as a ProSidian Professional Network Consultant to profit from your knowledge and connections, network with other smart professionals, and get faster insights from our global Consultant Network.

    Additional Information

    As a condition of employment, all employees are required to fulfill all requirements of the roles for which they are employed; establish, manage, pursue, and fulfill annual goals and objectives with at least three (3) Goals for each of the firms Eight Prosidian Global Competencies [1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)]; and to support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian Consulting.  

    CORE COMPETENCIES

    • TEAMWORK – ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
    • LEADERSHIP – ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
    • BUSINESS ACUMEN – understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
    • COMMUNICATION – ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
    • MOTIVATION – persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
    • AGILITY – ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
    • JUDGMENT – exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
    • ORGANIZATION – ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

    OTHER REQUIREMENTS

    • BUSINESS TOOLS –  understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
    • BUSINESS TOOLS – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
    • COMMITMENT - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors
    • CURIOSITY – the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
    • HUMILITY – exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference
    • WILLINGNESS - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

    BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

    PROSIDIAN EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS: Your good health and well-being are important to ProSidian Consulting. At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. That’s why we are also pleased to offer the Employee Benefits Program, designed to promote your health and personal welfare. Our growing list of benefits currently include the following for Full Time Employees:

    • COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION: Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives. For medical and dental benefits, the Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the plan you elect. Contributions are deducted on a Pre-tax basis.
    • GROUP MEDICAL HEALTH INSURANCE BENEFITS: ProSidian partners with BC/BS, to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs. ||| Group Dental Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife.
    • GROUP VISION HEALTH INSURANCE BENEFITS:ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP.
    • 401(K) RETIREMENT SAVINGS PLAN: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees. A range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner to assist you. The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
    • VACATION AND PAID TIME-OFF (PTO) BENEFITS: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor’s appointment, or any number of events in your life. Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days – 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given.
    • PRE-TAX PAYMENT PROGRAMS: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP). These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.
    • PURCHASING DISCOUNTS & SAVINGS PLANS: We want you to achieve financial success. We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program. This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis.
    • SECURITY CLEARANCE: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace. A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials.
    • PROSIDIAN EMPLOYEE & CONTRACTOR REFERRAL BONUS PROGRAM: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to 5k for all referrals employed for 90 days for candidates submitted through our Referral Program.
    • PERFORMANCE INCENTIVES: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.
    • FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: FSAs  help you pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent day care expenses on a pre-tax basis. You determine your projected expenses for the Plan Year and then elect to set aside a portion of each paycheck into your FSA.
    • SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE/ACCIDENTAL DEATH AND DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE: If you want extra protection for yourself and your eligible dependents, you have the option to elect supplemental life insurance. D&D covers death or dismemberment from an accident only.
    • SHORT- AND LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE: Disability insurance plans are designed to provide income protection while you recover from a disability.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - See Below Instructions On The Best Way To Apply

    ProSidian Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

    ProSidian Consulting has made a pledge to the Hiring Our Heroes Program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the “I Hire Military” Initiative of The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for the State of North Carolina. All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of Veteran Status.

    Furthermore, we believe in "HONOR ABOVE ALL"  - be successful while doing things the right way. The pride comes out of the challenge; the reward is excellence in the work.

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