22 Head Of Departments jobs in Kenya
Strategic Planning Manager
Posted 3 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and refine the company's long-term strategic plan, ensuring alignment with the overall vision and mission.
- Conduct market analysis, competitive intelligence, and industry trend research to identify strategic opportunities and threats.
- Collaborate with senior management and department heads to set strategic objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Develop business cases and financial models to support strategic initiatives and investments.
- Translate strategic plans into actionable implementation roadmaps with clear timelines and responsibilities.
- Monitor the execution of strategic initiatives and track progress against KPIs, providing regular updates and reports.
- Identify potential risks and challenges to strategic execution and develop mitigation plans.
- Facilitate strategic planning workshops and meetings with key stakeholders.
- Communicate the company's strategy effectively across the organization.
- Stay abreast of best practices in strategic planning and business development.
- Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Strategy, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in strategic planning, corporate strategy, or management consulting.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing successful business strategies.
- Strong analytical skills with expertise in market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling.
- Excellent understanding of business principles and market dynamics.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficiency in presentation and data visualization tools.
- Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment is a plus.
Director of Strategic Planning
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Director of Strategic Planning
Posted 2 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and execution of the company's long-term strategic plan.
- Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and industry trend analysis.
- Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, partnerships, and potential acquisitions.
- Develop financial models and business cases to support strategic initiatives.
- Collaborate with executive leadership and department heads to ensure alignment of strategic goals.
- Facilitate strategic planning workshops and retreats.
- Monitor the implementation of strategic initiatives and measure performance against key metrics.
- Provide strategic guidance and recommendations to the executive team.
- Develop and maintain a framework for scenario planning and risk assessment.
- Communicate the company's strategy effectively across all levels of the organization.
- Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in strategic planning, corporate development, or management consulting.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing successful corporate strategies.
- Strong understanding of financial analysis, modeling, and valuation techniques.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with senior executives.
- Experience with market research and competitive intelligence tools.
- Ability to manage complex projects in a dynamic environment.
Senior Strategic Planning Manager
Posted 2 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and refinement of the organization's long-term strategic plan, encompassing market analysis, competitive positioning, and growth opportunities.
- Conduct in-depth market research, competitive intelligence gathering, and trend analysis to inform strategic decision-making.
- Collaborate with executive leadership and department heads to align strategic objectives with operational execution.
- Develop financial models and scenario planning to assess the viability and impact of strategic initiatives.
- Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track progress against strategic goals.
- Facilitate strategic planning workshops and meetings with diverse stakeholder groups.
- Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for the board of directors and senior management, outlining strategic recommendations and progress.
- Monitor the external business environment for potential risks and opportunities, proactively recommending strategic adjustments.
- Drive the implementation of strategic initiatives by working closely with relevant teams and ensuring accountability.
- Foster a culture of strategic thinking and innovation throughout the organization.
- MBA or Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in strategic planning, corporate strategy, management consulting, or a related field.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful long-term business strategies.
- Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, with a strong ability to synthesize complex information.
- Expertise in market analysis, competitive landscape assessment, and financial modeling.
- Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience managing cross-functional projects.
- Proficiency in strategic planning frameworks and methodologies.
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote, results-oriented environment.
- Strong understanding of various industries and business models.
Director of Strategic Planning
Posted 2 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and oversee the implementation of the company's long-term strategic plans.
- Conduct comprehensive market research, competitive analysis, and environmental scans to identify key opportunities and threats.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to define strategic objectives, goals, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Lead the strategic planning process, including facilitation of workshops, data analysis, and scenario planning.
- Translate strategic initiatives into actionable plans and communicate them effectively across the organization.
- Monitor the progress of strategic initiatives and provide regular updates to the executive team.
- Identify potential risks and challenges to strategic execution and develop mitigation strategies.
- Foster a culture of strategic thinking and innovation throughout the organization.
- Manage external consultants and research providers as needed.
- Ensure alignment of departmental strategies with the overall corporate strategy.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Strategy, Economics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic planning, corporate development, management consulting, or a similar role, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing successful business strategies in complex environments.
- Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong understanding of financial modeling, market dynamics, and competitive strategy.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with the ability to engage at all levels of the organization.
- Proven ability to lead and manage remote teams and complex projects.
- Experience with various strategic planning frameworks and methodologies.
- Ability to work autonomously and drive results in a fully remote setting.
- This role is based in **Thika, Kiambu, KE**, but is fully remote.
Remote Strategic Planning Manager
Posted 3 days ago
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Operations Manager, Strategic Planning
Posted 4 days ago
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Director of Strategic Planning
Posted 5 days ago
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Our client, a reputable management consultancy firm, is seeking a highly analytical and results-oriented Director of Strategic Planning to join their executive team. This is a fully remote position, providing a unique opportunity to contribute to high-level business strategy from anywhere. The Director of Strategic Planning will be responsible for developing, communicating, and executing the company's long-term strategic initiatives. Your core focus will be on identifying growth opportunities, market trends, and competitive advantages to ensure sustainable business development.
You will lead the strategic planning process, including market analysis, financial modeling, and scenario planning. This involves collaborating with various stakeholders across the organization to gather input, align on strategic priorities, and ensure effective implementation. Key responsibilities include conducting in-depth research on industry landscapes, economic factors, and regulatory environments that may impact the business. You will translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations for executive leadership.
The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in strategic management, business analysis, and corporate development, with a proven ability to develop and execute successful strategies. Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills are essential, as is the capacity to influence decision-making at the highest levels. Experience with strategic planning frameworks and tools is a must. As this is a remote role, exceptional self-management, proactive communication, and the ability to foster strong virtual relationships are critical. You will be instrumental in guiding the company's direction and ensuring its competitive positioning in the market. We are looking for a visionary leader who can drive strategic thinking and foster innovation within a remote-first organizational structure. Your expertise will be vital in navigating market complexities and achieving long-term business success.
Senior Director of Strategic Planning
Posted 1 day ago
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The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field, with a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in strategic planning, corporate development, or management consulting. You should have a proven track record of developing and implementing successful corporate strategies, particularly within dynamic and evolving industries. Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the ability to influence and collaborate with senior executives and cross-functional teams. This role requires a visionary leader with exceptional communication and presentation skills, capable of articulating complex strategic concepts to diverse audiences.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the development and execution of the company's long-term strategic plan, including setting strategic priorities and goals.
- Conduct comprehensive market research, competitive analysis, and industry trend assessments to identify growth opportunities and potential threats.
- Develop financial models and forecasts to support strategic decision-making and investment planning.
- Collaborate with business unit leaders to ensure alignment of divisional strategies with overall corporate objectives.
- Facilitate strategic planning sessions, workshops, and off-sites for executive leadership and key stakeholders.
- Monitor the implementation progress of strategic initiatives and recommend course corrections as needed.
- Identify and evaluate potential mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and other strategic alliances.
- Develop business cases for new initiatives and major investments.
- Communicate the company's strategy effectively throughout the organization.
- Analyze performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess strategic effectiveness.
- Stay abreast of global economic trends, industry best practices, and emerging business models.
- Lead and mentor a team of strategic planning professionals.
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and influencing skills.
Director of Operations & Strategic Planning
Posted 2 days ago
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