Business Strategic Planning Director

Job Purpose

The role holder is responsible for developing the Business strategy /strategic map, while ensuring to cascade the process of the strategy in alignment with the Businessorganizations and overseeing its implementation.  Likewise, they will define the strategic & financial KPIs, identify Business risks and develop the strategy development guidelines. Furthermore, to produce the Annual Operating Plan and other annual plans, in alignment with Business sectors & entities. The role holder shall carry out his duties in accordance with the stipulated business policies and procedure.

Job Responsibility

Strategic and Managerial Responsibilities
•    Contributes in the development of stc’s organization strategy and to the overall process of management and corporate decision making along with other members of the Executive Team.
•    Ensures compliance with organizational policies, procedures and quality standards in the Business Strategic Planning

Core Responsibilities
•    Oversee the development and execution of the 3-year Business Cluster strategy, ensuring consistency with stc Group Strategy
•    Align, consolidate, and provide approvals on all business consulting services and projects
•    Periodically review and update the strategy in alignment with market conditions and stc Group Strategy
•    Oversee the detailing of strategic initiatives in collaboration with key stakeholders through workshops and co-development sessions
•    Communicate stc Business Cluster priorities and initiatives with Group functional units and manage cross-unit initiatives
•    Lead the definition of strategic KPIs in alignment with stc Group Strategy targets and Business strategy formulation
•    Develop the 3-year Business Plan and Annual Operating Plan (AOP) of the Cluster
•    Prepare periodic performance reports on strategic programs and objectives in coordination with Subsidiaries Portfolio Management
•    Collaborate with Business sectors and entities to identify and mitigate Business cluster risks and embed mitigation plans within strategic initiatives
•    Align with the Performance Management team on mapping strategic KPIs to sectors and entities for effective impact measurement
•    Review and consolidate strategic plans, initiatives, and KPIs from Business Cluster sectors and entities to ensure cohesion and consistency
•    Validate annual strategy management exercises and ensure alignment and engagement of Business Cluster entities and strategy owners
•    Execute detailed KPIs into strategic, financial, and operational KPIs in accordance with the Business Cluster Strategy and performance framework

Job Responsibility (Cont.)

People Management Responsibilities
•    Defines goals and key performance indicators for members of the team and ensures effective application of the stc performance management process.
•    Directs planning and selection of manpower in the Business Strategic Planning, in line with the business and operational plans.
•    Ensures high level of employee engagement and capability development by providing on-going feedback and coaching team members within the Business Strategic Planning.
Performs other responsibilities and tasks related to the job as directed by line manager
 

Years of Experience

Minimum of 8 – 10  years of experience in a related discipline

Nature of Experience

Prior experience in in a telecommunication industry

Job Band

managerial

Skills

Knowledge of strategy planning and formulation
Knowledge of establishing organizational goals and strategic objectives 
Knowledge of Business development
Knowledge of Information technology
Project Management Skills 
Analytical Skills 
Problem-solving skills
Critical thinking skills
Research skills

Education

Additional Education

Certifications

Strategic Planning Professional (SPP) - Association for Strategic Planning
Strategic Management Professional (SMP) - Association for Strategic Planning
Change Management Certification Program – Prosci
Balanced Scorecard Master Professional Certification (BSMP) - Balanced Scorecard Institute