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Strategist
Export Credit Insurance Corporation of South Africa Soc Ltd (ECIC). Serve as the CEO’s principal strategic adviser and execution partner .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive experience in corporate strategy development and execution, with strong financial modeling, analytical capabilities, and the ability to engage effectively with Boards and Executive Committees. Proven leadership in managing strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across diverse stakeholders.
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Corporate Strategy DevelopmentStrategic PlanningFinancial ModellingStakeholder EngagementLeadership and Decision Making
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Hard Skills
Strategic AnalysisFinancial ModellingStatistical AnalysisForecastingMarket IntelligenceScenario PlanningExecution GovernanceCorporate Strategy DeploymentPerformance ReviewsStrategic Roadmap Maintenance
Soft Skills
Problem-SolvingCommunicationRelationship ManagementTeamworkNegotiation
Certifications & Qualifications
Postgraduate Qualification in EconomicsPostgraduate Qualification in AccountancyPostgraduate Qualification in FinancePostgraduate Qualification in Business Administration
Industry Keywords
Corporate DevelopmentManagement ConsultingExecutive LeadershipSustainable DevelopmentSocial and Environmental Issues
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Serve as the CEO’s principal strategic adviser and execution partner
- Lead the Corporation’s strategy, strategic planning and execution assurance across ECIC
- Align Executive portfolios with corporate strategy, Board priorities and shareholder mandate
- Integrate strategy with day-to-day execution
- Drive enterprise-wide strategic initiatives
- Coordinate CEO special projects
- Provide leadership support during the CEO’s absence
- Lead development, review and communication of the Corporation’s strategy
- Translate Board-approved strategy into measurable corporate priorities and execution plans
- Coach and support EXCO members in developing portfolio strategies
- Create an integrated Corporate strategy map and strategic scorecard
- Drive strategic planning, annual planning and Board strategy processes
- Maintain the strategic initiatives portfolio and CEO priority projects
- Lead strategic analyses, market intelligence, scenario planning and opportunity identification
- Coordinate strategic partnerships, special assignments and cross-functional transformation initiatives
- Prepare Board, Board Committee and Executive Committee strategy papers
- Establish execution governance, dashboards, benefits tracking, issue escalation and course correction
- Implement CEO execution rhythm and performance reviews
- Provide strategic support during CEO absence, including coordination of priorities and stakeholder follow-up
- Design, implement and continuously improve ECIC’s corporate strategy deployment and execution management system
- Maintain a three-year strategic roadmap
- Assess external trends, opportunities and risks
- Monitor strategic initiatives and intervene when delivery is off-track
- Provide monthly CEO and quarterly Board strategy reports
- Lead CEO special projects
- Manage confidential strategic work with the highest discretion
- Coordinate with EXCO, ECIC business units, Board and external stakeholders including government, export councils, industry associations, partner banks, development finance institutions and other ECAs
Requirements
What you’ll need- A postgraduate qualification in Economics, Accountancy, Finance, Banking, Business Administration or related field
- 12–15+ years’ experience in strategy, corporate development, management consulting or executive leadership
- Track record in leading corporate strategy and strategy execution in complex organisations
- Experience in engaging Boards, CEOs and Executive Committees
- Strong financial, commercial and analytical capability
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills
- Strong financial modelling, statistical analysis and forecasting capabilities
- Ability to inspire, negotiate, and build consensus across diverse stakeholders
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing at all levels
- Ability to coordinate and manage multiple functions
- Strong aptitude for problem resolution and decision making
- Problem-solving skills to identify issues and present creative and practical solutions
- Strict attention to detail and deadline orientation
- Commitment to high ethical standards and sustainable development, with sensitivity to social and environmental issues
- Leadership competencies including relationship management, teamwork, empowerment, verbal communication, decision making, leading, impact and influence, and ethical behaviour
- A decisive, insightful, results-driven individual with strategic and organizational agility
- A leader with stature, presence and market credibility
Benefits
Comp & perks- Employment Equity targets
- Personal information protection during recruitment