Director: Strategy Performance & Transformation – Orange Botswana
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Planning and Execution:
- Lead the development of the organization’s long-term strategic plan, including the identification of key priorities, objectives, and initiatives.
- Collaborate with senior management to ensure alignment between the strategic plan and the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
- Oversee the implementation of strategic initiatives, ensuring they are executed effectively and on schedule.
- Monitor and assess the progress of strategic initiatives and adjust plans as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.
2. Performance Management:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive performance management framework that aligns with the organization’s strategic objectives.
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of strategic initiatives and operational performance.
- Analyze performance data and provide insights to senior management on areas of improvement and success.
- Lead performance reviews and drive continuous improvement efforts across the organization.
3. Transformation Initiatives:
- Identify and lead transformational projects aimed at enhancing organizational efficiency, innovation, and competitiveness.
- Oversee the planning, execution, and management of transformation initiatives, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Engage with stakeholders to secure buy-in for transformation efforts and manage change across the organization.
- Ensure that transformation initiatives are aligned with the organization’s strategic goals and that they deliver measurable business value.
4. Change Management:
- Develop and implement change management strategies to support the successful adoption of new processes, technologies, and organizational changes.
- Lead efforts to build a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the organization.
- Provide coaching and support to leaders and employees during times of change, ensuring smooth transitions and minimizing resistance.
5. Leadership and Team Development:
- Lead, mentor, and develop the strategy, performance, and transformation teams, fostering a culture of high performance and innovation.
- Allocate resources effectively to meet departmental and organizational goals.
- Ensure ongoing professional development and training for team members.
6. Financial Management:
- Develop and manage the budget for strategy, performance, and transformation initiatives.
- Monitor financial performance against budget and adjust as necessary to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements through strategic and transformation initiatives.
7. Reporting and Communication:
- Communicate key insights, recommendations, and progress updates to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Ensure timely and accurate documentation of all strategic and transformation activities.
- Prepare and present regular reports on the progress of strategic, performance, and transformation initiatives to the executive team and Board of Directors.
Qualifications, Experience & Skills
- Education:
- MBA or Master’s in Strategic Management
- Experience:
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic planning, performance management, or transformation leadership
- Proven track record in developing and executing strategic initiatives and managing transformational projects.
- Experience in change management and driving organizational change.
- Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex strategies to diverse audiences.
Closing date: February 27, 2025
