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Business Manager and Head of Strategy: CEO Office
Full-Time Position
Join Us
At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.
What You’ll Do
The Business Manager and Head of Strategy: CEO Office will be responsible to facilitate, manage and evaluate strategic and operational projects coordinated from the CEO’s office.
The role will drive strategic direction by delivering high-quality operational insights, business analysis, and strategic advice to the CEO.
Core Job Description
Business Manager
- Take actions in Management meetings and follow up on agreed action points
- Prepare presentations for Board meetings, senior management meetings, strategic meetings, and in-country review meetings on behalf of the CEO, based on a sound understanding of the business and business dynamics
- Through collaboration with other key relevant stakeholders, assist with the preparation of the quarterly Board pack
- Collaborate with the Finance Director to facilitate and prepare financial analysis of the different divisions and the company as a whole
- Engage with the senior management team on strategic and operational matters and follow-ups on behalf of the CEO
The Business Manager under the MD’s Office will assume other responsibilities as may be assigned by the CEO.
Head of Strategy
- Work with the CEO and EXCO to develop, communicate and implement the long-term strategy for Tanzania, in line with the Vodacom Group strategy
- Work closely with the Group Strategy team to ensure consistency and alignment to the Group strategic direction
- Support the delivery of special strategic projects for Tanzania, ensuring alignment and focus across the business
- Responsible for execution monitoring to ensure that the priority strategic initiatives are successfully delivered
- Drive the thought leadership agenda for Vodacom, with strong understanding of global technology and telco trends
- Develop a strong understanding of the global strategic priorities from Vodacom Group and Vodafone
Core Competencies
Business Manager
Knowledge Base:
- Financial and commercial acumen
- Strong telecom industry understanding
- Stakeholder influence and relationship management
- Strategic leadership and execution
Skills:
- Sound interpersonal skills
- Integrity, confidentiality and professionalism
Head of Strategy
Knowledge Base:
- Strong analytical skills
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Research ability (curious and questioning mind)
- Excellent influencing and negotiation skills and teamwork
- Understanding of strategy process and best practice
- Understanding market structures, competition dynamics and consumer behaviour
- Relevant experience in a senior corporate strategy role
Skills:
- Leading Organisation Culture and Change
- Change and Adaptability
- Data Driven Decision Making
- Strategy and Vision
- Complexity Management
Who You Are
Not a Perfect Fit?
Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.
What’s in It for You
Who We Are
We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people’s lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.
Belonging at Vodafone
Belonging at Vodafone isn’t a concept; it’s lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You’ll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. We’re committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.
Accessibility Support
If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.
How to Apply
Together we can.
Vodafone is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
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