Company Info

Mid sized business

1 to 50 Employees

PeopleOS - Our client is not your typical technology investment firm. They are builders, disruptors, and catalysts of digital transformation in Africa. They don’t just invest in technology; they engineer it.

PeopleOS – Our client is not your typical technology investment firm. They are builders, disruptors, and catalysts of digital transformation in Africa. They don’t just invest in technology; they engineer it. Their mission is clear: to create scalable, data-driven, end-to-end platforms that solve Africa’s most complex business and social challenges.

Job Title: Analyst – Strategy & Growth

Location: Remote

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

  • As an Analyst, Strategy & Growth you are integral in driving the organization’s strategic objectives and growth initiatives.
  • You will work closely with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of the company’s vision and goals.
  • You are required to have a strong analytical mindset, problem-solving skills, and the ability to synthesize complex information into strategic initiatives.

Summary of Responsibilities

  • Macro and Micro Analysis: Perform comprehensive assessments of the organization’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats using tools like SWOT and PESTLE.
  • Strategy Development & Implementation: Design, document, and implement a strategic roadmap with clear actions, timelines, and responsibilities.
  • Goal Setting and Alignment: Establish and monitor annual goals, ensuring alignment with the organization’s long-term strategy and portfolio.
  • Organizational Structure: Optimize the organizational structure to ensure strategy execution efficacy.
  • Communication Cascade: Develop and execute a communication plan to keep all group members aligned with the strategy.
  • Board & Shareholders Communications: Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual communications concerning strategy and growth.
  • Diagnosis & Triage: Identify and address growth challenges at both the group and subsidiary levels.
  • Monitoring & Evaluation: Continuously assess progress against goals, recalibrating strategies or actions as necessary.
  • Market Entry Strategy: Research new markets and devise entry strategies while coordinating with cross-functional teams.
  • Partnership Development: Identify and orchestrate strategic joint ventures and partnerships, ensuring alignment with market needs.
  • Business Case Development: Create compelling proposals for new growth opportunities.
  • Strategic Relationship Management: Foster and manage relationships with external stakeholders.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinate with internal teams to ensure strategy alignment.
  • Sales/Expansion Tracking: Monitor and report on key growth and commercialization deliverables.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years experience in strategy, consulting, business intelligence, software technology start-ups, and/or investment banking.
  • Experience in software development and SDLC is a plus.
  • Proven ability to devise frameworks for diverse organizational challenges.
  • Demonstrated expertise in driving process enhancement initiatives.
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and the ability to communicate insights via PowerPoint.
  • Proven track record in leading projects and managing resources effectively.
  • Ability to engage, communicate, and collaborate with stakeholders across various business levels.
  • Demonstrated ability to incubate, execute, and evaluate new business initiatives.
  • Excellent communication, self-organization, critical thinking, collaboration, curiosity, dedication to excellence, and remote work capabilities.
  • Must be willing to travel occasionally.

Application Closing Date
18th April, 2025.

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should Click Here to apply online