Strategy & Operations Director

Department:

East Market Area

Job type:

Experienced Hire

Closing date:

22-Nov-13

Location:

Nairobi

Reference Number:

ADSP00028

The Company

PwC firms help organizations and individuals create the value they are looking for. We are a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 180,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in Assurance, Tax and Advisory services.


Purpose of the Job:

We are looking to recruit a Strategy & Operations Director who will lead the Strategic and Operations solution set into the market area and to take leadership on other business/practice management roles.

As a senior member of the assignment team, this role will also assist and lead complex assignments to help our clients realize competitive advantage from operations by optimizing their business through, strategy development, transformation and operational effectiveness. Specific area of focus include , strategy planning, operating model design, product innovation and development, sales and operations planning, strategic cost analysis and managements, business process reviews, strategic decision making and commercial and market due diligence

Roles & Responsibilities

Identify and understand key client business issues and/or industry/market developments that help to define client needs.
Drive multiple industry thought leadership initiatives
Ensure teams follow risk management policies and standards on engagement delivery in accordance with standards
Lead and report on Line of Service engagement economics & metrics
Managing client relationships through positive and proactive engagement
Lead the client engagement delivery through proactive engagement, innovative approaches, issues resolution and quality delivery
As a trusted advisor, demonstrate a deep understanding of client business challenges & mobilize necessary cross-competency teams to resolve them Effectively lead in people development and manage the team to provide exceptional service
Act as role model by engaging staff through mentoring and counselling
Support leadership in building and maintaining a pipeline of competent staff in Strategy and Operations solution set
Build good cross function relationships and support key internal roles by aiding them meet firm objectives 

Requirements

Education:
A good first degree and relevant post graduate qualification
Master’s degree (business/accounting/finance/strategy orientation)
CPA or ACCA or other accredited accounting qualification



Job Experience:
Minimum of 8 years’ Strategy and Operations experience in consulting and 3 in a senior role or relevant experience in a senior management role in a large/global or fast growing organization
Experience outside market of operation will be an added advantage
Experience in building and maintaining strong relations with senior level clients and key industry contacts
Extensive experience in corporate and business strategy
Strategic planning and portfolio management
Extensive experience in innovation strategy: market entry, business design, growth and social strategies;
Demonstrated experience in inorganic growth strategy, corporate development/venturing, target identification and prioritization, and commercial due diligence;
Cost leadership strategy, ROI improvement, ruthless competitor strategy.
Demonstrated leadership skills and experience leading projects and diverse teams
Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities



Job Knowledge Requirements:
Specialist in Strategy and Operations consulting
Demonstrable industry working knowledge and expertise in at least one the following industries – Financial Services, Government Agencies, Consumer products and Telecommunication, Energy and Mining
Experise in compliance and risk review procedures, business processes and internal controls



Job Related Skills and Competencies:
Excellent Business Development skills – Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
Exceptional Presentation, Communication and Facilitation skills
Strong negotiation skills – Persuading and Influencing
Strong creativity and innovation abilities
Exceptional Client Service – delivering results and meet client expectations
Adapt and respond to change
Lead and Supervise teams and team activities
Decide and Initiate action to achieve key business results within area of responsibility
Excellent Relationship and Networking skills - Proven track record of dealing with senior client contacts
Understand and live the PwC values
Project Management skills - ability to manage across multiple and complex projects
Application of technical expertise
Adaptable to working and engaging with multiple cultures across the PwC network and across client environment 

Field 7

Shortlisting will begin immediately

Closing date: 20th October 2013

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