Manager, Strategy and Planning
JOB OBJECTIVE
The position holder shall
be in-charge of the University’s business strategies and planning process.
Duties & Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the applicant appointed to the position of Manager, Strategy and Planning shall include and not be limited to:
- Coordinate
the University’s strategic planning processes and production of business
intelligence to inform strategic decision-making;
- Provide
expert advice to the University Management on innovative strategies with
strategic importance to the University;
- Develop
University’s processes for environmental scanning and advise Management on
key performance trends to enhance their planning;
- Develop
and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and program indicators,
including financial and non-financial metrics, to measure University
programs/project success;
- Spearhead
the analysis and interpretation of information from multiple sources,
including Research, publications, innovations and competitors’ trends, to
inform associated policies and strategies;
- Provide
evidence-based advice informed by the analysis and modelling of the impact
of external policy developments to ensure that the University is
well-positioned to respond effectively;
- Analyze
and propose required changes by leveraging industry knowledge and
analytical abilities in identifying key drivers, assessing process
capabilities, and developing a business case for internal business
enhancement;
- Develop
investment, funding, and budgeting strategies aligned with University
programs and projects to improve effectiveness;
- Monitoring
business climate, trends in technology and development, and government
activity in areas of the University’s current and anticipated programs
- Advice
management on measures to build a sustainable competitive advantage and
University’s business growth
- Develop
and recommend to the University Management viable measures to mitigate any
potential risks
Qualifications
- Master’s
Degree in any of the following disciplines: Business & Administration,
Strategic Management, Education, Marketing, Finance, Economics or a
related field from a recognized University.
- Bachelor’s
Degree in any of the following disciplines: Strategic Business Management,
Business Administration, Economics, Finance or related fields from a
recognized University.
Work Experience
- Minimum
of 8 years of experience in Strategy and Planning with 3 years serving at
the senior management level.
- Excellent
understanding of Strategic business planning practices, financial
analysis, modelling, statistical analysis and related software.
- Experience
in offering strategic insight into the industry, and consumer and
competitor trends.
- Ability
to communicate and function in a culturally diverse and change-oriented
environment.
- Must
be registered with a relevant professional body.
- Experience
in the higher education sector will be an advantage
Other Skills & Competences
- Excellent
oral and written communication skills;
- Excellent
ICT analytical skills;
- Leadership
skills with the ability to manage and motivate teams and subordinates;
- Ability
to identify, assemble, and coordinate resources across the organization to
ensure timely and successful completion;
- Strong
problem-solving skills
How to Apply
Interested candidates who
meet the above requirements should submit an application letter indicating
current and desired salary, a detailed CV including three referees, academic
and professional certificates, and a clear copy of your Kenya National ID
and iTax certificate via email to hrjobs@kcau.ac.ke by 10th
November 2022..
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
KCA UNIVERSITY STAFF ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
The subject of your email
should read: MANAGER, STRATEGY & PLANNING
Head of Human Resources,
KCA University,
P.0. Box 56808-00200,
Nairobi, Kenya
Website: www.kcau.ac.ke
