Strategy support Specialist

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Job Description

Old Mutual Malawi Ltd is seeking to recruit a highly analytical, proactive, and results-oriented Strategy Support Specialist. Based in Blantyre, the successful candidate will support the development, execution, and monitoring of strategic initiatives that drive business performance and long-term growth.

Reporting to the Strategy, Data and Digital Executive, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic analysis, business intelligence, research, and performance insights to support decision-making across the business. The role will also support strategic planning processes, monitoring key business performance metrics, conducting market and economic research, develop business cases, and provide actionable recommendations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supporting the development and implementation of strategic policies, frameworks, and procedures.
• Conducting horizon scanning and market intelligence activities to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Monitoring and analysing business performance metrics to ensure alignment with strategic and financial objectives.
• Providing strategic advice and insights on business challenges and opportunities.
• Supporting strategic planning processes and the execution of business priorities.
• Preparing and coordinating analytical reports, dashboards, and management insights.
• Conducting strategic analysis using financial, operational, customer, and market data to support decision-making.
• Undertaking economic and market research to inform strategic initiatives.
• Collecting, analysing, and interpreting data to identify key business trends and opportunities.
• Supporting the preparation of business cases, feasibility assessments, and strategic projects.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Economics, Statistics or any related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in strategic planning, business performance analysis, reporting, research, or business intelligence.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.

SKILLS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Business Intelligence and Data Analysis
• Strategic Analysis and Strategic Prioritization
• Data Modelling and Statistical Analysis
• Budget Management
• Strong Numerical and Analytical Skills
• Current State Assessment and Solution Analysis
• Data Compilation, Interpretation, and Reporting
• Strong Oral Communication Skills
• Adaptive Thinking and Sound Judgement
• Ability to Manage Complexity and Drive Accountability
• Strong Business Insight and Process Optimization Capabilities

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