Senior Strategy Management Specialist

ABOUT THE ROLE
Contribute to the planning process of the company strategy and the necessary strategic interventions by constantly monitoring the bank’s strategic framework and plans. You will scan global dynamics to provide strategic information and insights to improve the company’s long-term strategy. Additionally, you will participate in the implementation of the company Strategy, coordinating with other Business Units (BUs) and entities to ensure alignment of the bank’s operational activities with its strategic priorities. Engagement in strategic foresight and producing macroeconomic and thematic studies will help inform strategic planning and implementation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Planning:

  • Contribute to the formulation of the Bank's strategic directions and plans by supporting the preparation of related documents for senior management (Executive Management Committee, Executive office of the president, Board of Executive Directors, etc.).
  • Constantly scan global dynamics and provide strategic information and insights to shape the company’s long-term strategy and corporate vision.

• Strategy Execution:

  • Propose innovative solutions related to the bank’s strategic improvement and contribute to necessary change management activities.
  • Maintain dashboards on strategy implementation, preparing related reports on a quarterly and annual basis.
  • Advise on reviewing and improving Bank’s policies, procedures, processes, and guidelines in line with global best practices at other Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs).

• Strategic Foresight:

  • Screen, document, and assess global trends that could impact the company and its member countries.
  • Capture these trends in periodic knowledge products (articles, presentations, action-oriented case studies).
  • Provide strategic insights and recommendations to inform planning and implementation, and prepare briefing materials related to policy and strategy foresight.

• Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Support communication activities to build the capacity of BUs for strategic analysis and focused management.
  • Ensure the bank’s strategy is effectively communicated across the organization and enhance the strategic alignment of operational activities.
  • Lead coordination between the division and relevant BUs to undertake macroeconomic and thematic foresight studies.
  • Represent the division in internal meetings and external forums related to policy foresight, contributing to various committees.
  • Develop new initiatives to enhance the company’s strategic orientation and raise awareness on its strategy.
  • Prepare correspondence and manage incoming communication related to strategy planning, execution, and foresight.

• Reporting and Communication:

  • Contribute to periodic progress reports on the company’s Strategy and annual work programs and other necessary reports.
  • Support the manager by preparing briefing materials, talking points, and documents for senior management.

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree in Economics, Engineering, Business Administration, or any relevant field.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in strategic thinking, foresight, or development in a multilateral development bank, international organization, or relevant organization.
• Languages:
  • English: Mandatory
  • Arabic: Preferred
  • French: Preferred

SKILLS & NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE

• Strong project and change management skills
• Strong research and analysis skills
• Action-oriented mindset and innovative analytical thinking
• Ability to propose and support innovative solutions related to the company strategy planning, implementation, and improvement
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and initiative
• Reasoning and ideation
• Self-motivated, independent problem-solver, and team player
• Compassion (Shafaqah) and Trustworthiness (Amanah)

CONTRACT TYPE

• Fixed Term

TRAVEL DETAILS

• Travel may be required for stakeholder engagement or to participate in relevant events.