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Strategy and Operations Director at
3 months ago
Our ultimate aim is creating true value for your business, through the essential core asset of your company – your PEOPLE.
Summary
The position holder will support the Managing Director in setting and driving the organizational vision, operations strategy, and translates the strategy into actionable steps implementing organization-wide goal setting, performance management, and annual operations planning.
Lead in the strategic planning and execution ensuring growth and greater penetration in the market.
Translate the strategy into actionable steps, implementing organization-wide goal setting, performance management, and annual operations planning.
Ensure that the organization remains relevant and adaptable to changing needs by keeping abreast of changing needs in the market and proposing new ideas accordingly.
Drive the resolution of intricate business challenges through innovative and creative solutions, leveraging a combination of strategic thinking, industry knowledge, and proactive problem-solving skillsLead the development and execution of the BD strategy including but not limited to prospecting, oversee proposal/tender development, attending client meetings and making presentation in various fora.
Be able to scale growth and greater penetration in the market while ensuring that the organization remains relevant and adaptable to changing needs by keeping abreast of changing needs in the market.
Ensure that all proposals/ tenders are prepared and submitted within the stipulated time frames and that they meet the required quality standard.
Ensure optimal utilization of organizational resources which includes developing and implementing financial policies and procedures, reporting systems and methods as well as financial controls.
Project design and management - creates an internal project team to ensure seamless execution of projects.Responsible for identifying, pursuing and managing strategic partnerships that would help the organization further their agenda and achieve her revenue and brand visibility strategic objectives.
Responsible for ensuring optimal resourcing, providing leadership at all levels of the organization, aligning all employees to the vision, culture and to the strategic priorities of the business.
Overseeing performance evaluation and developing and assisting employees in order for them to realize their full potential and deliver the very best in their roles.
RequirementsQualifications & Experience
Master's degree in public policy, Economics, Strategy or related discipline.
Minimum 5 years working experience in a leadership position with proven ability to deliver results, preferably in a consulting firm.
International exposure or exposure to other markets within Africa and beyondExperience managing clients and stakeholders in various sectors (public/private/development)
Strong track record in strategy implementation
Key Competences Required:
Demonstrate agility in addressing complex business challenges
Planning & organizational skills at the strategic level
Able to work under pressure and deliver results.
Strong interpersonal skills with a problem-solving aptitude
High level of integrity
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