Strategic Planning Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Analysis: Conduct thorough analysis of industry trends, market conditions, competitor activities, and internal capabilities to identify strategic opportunities and threats.
• Strategy Formulation: Collaborate with senior management and department heads to develop strategic plans and initiatives aligned with the organization's mission, vision, and goals.
• Research and Data Gathering: Collect relevant data and information from various sources to support strategic decision-making processes, including market research, financial analysis, and performance metrics.
• Scenario Planning: Anticipate and plan for various scenarios and potential challenges that may impact the organization's strategic objectives and develop contingency plans accordingly.
• Performance Monitoring: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the progress of strategic initiatives, and regularly monitor and evaluate performance against established targets.
• Strategy Implementation: Coordinate the implementation of strategic initiatives across departments and teams, ensuring alignment with overall objectives and resource allocation.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, department heads, and external partners, to gather input, build consensus, and gain support for strategic plans and initiatives.
• Communication: Communicate strategic priorities, progress, and outcomes effectively to all levels of the organization through presentations, reports, and other channels as needed.
• Continuous Improvement: Continuously assess and refine strategic planning processes and methodologies to enhance effectiveness and adaptability in a dynamic business environment.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and uncertainties associated with strategic initiatives, develop risk mitigation strategies, and ensure proactive management of risks throughout the planning and implementation process.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate strategic plans with operational activities, ensuring coherence and alignment across the organization.
• Training and Development: Provide guidance, support, and training to employees involved in strategic planning processes to build organizational capacity and ensure understanding of strategic objectives and priorities.
• Any other tasks related to the scope of work are assigned by the direct manager.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, finance, or related field (professional certificates or master’s degree preferred).
• Experience from 3-5 years in related field.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, business analysis, or management consulting.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and information.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in strategic planning tools and methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build consensus across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Knowledge of financial analysis and budgeting processes.
• Ability to adapt to change and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent English and Arabic written, spoken skills.