Head Of Unit, Strategy and Analysis

Our Client, a top insurance organisation in Nigeria is seeking to hire the services of an experienced strategy professional who will support the organisation with strategic initiatives that will aid the delivery of the commercial and regulatory obligations of the organization to its employees, customers and stakeholders.

JOB SUMMARY

The role of the Head of Unit Strategy and Analysis will develop and deliver tactical business development plans, and income generation and awareness for the organization. He/She will also help to raise the firms profile by defining and managing new and sustainable practices.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Developing actionable strategies that create measurable long-term value for the organization
• Ensure all budgeting and follow up of project costs and negotiation of contracts is completed.
• Working with other Senior Management executives to establish a framework for sustained innovation and growth.
• Set timetable and process for review of the strategic plan, and advise on redevelopment in the run up to the next strategic period.
• Ensuring strategic plans are working effectively and that the company will remain competitive in the industry.
• Effectively communicating the businesses strategic objectives with senior management to drive the business forward.
• Providing high level strategic, planning and policy advice to the Group Managing Director, Executive management team and Board on all matters affecting the future business operations, capacity and sustainability of the services provided by the organization.
• Develop, direct and control the strategic and operational planning frameworks and planning outcomes for the organization in the short, medium and long term.
• Assisting the Group Managing Director and the Executive Management Team to execute approved corporate strategies.
• Construction and implementation of comprehensive digital strategies for a range of clients.
• Lead the business development and marketing team and own the production of all written sales collateral, writing proposals and pitch documents.
• Improve the business by identifying business strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, risks and threats.
• Would utilize the use of project and program management skills to lead teams in assessing strategic planning projects.
• Initiate and manage existing and potential strategic corporate and media relationships, together with the Executive Director.

• A degree in business/management related field
• Post Graduate Degree and /or Professional Qualification

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 7 years experience in strategy and planning
• High level understanding in strategy and analysis
• Demonstrated ability to tackle complex strategic problems
• High attention to detail.
• High level of investigative,analytical and interpretative skills to aid in implementation.
• Effective problem solving skills
• Highly developed interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders and consultants.

Applicants who do not qualify with the above criteria need not apply as only successful candidates will be contacted.