Head, Strategic Development

Develops and implements plans to materialize the company's strategy, conducts research and data analysis to inform business decisions, and aligns department goals with the overall strategy.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of cross-functional projects (existing and new)

• Lead Business Development for new partners (enhancing proposition, Healthcare, corporate partners)

• Lead wellbeing initiatives

• Lead the enhancement of member propositions, which include benefits for all customers and VIP customers

• Assist in overall project management by identifying dependencies, next steps, and project risks while ensuring all deadlines are delivered on time

• Support in formulating business strategy, logical reasoning, and data analysis

• Liaise with both internal and external stakeholders across various project requirements

• Oversee the centralization and preparation of all project documentation such as agreements, meeting summaries, proposals, and project reports

• Participate in periodic strategic planning cycles by working with ExCo and functional team members

• Coordinate the monthly and quarterly business review meetings and presentations by working with ExCo and functional team members

• Lead the Wellness solutions initiatives such as monthly webinars and events for corporate members

• Analyse the market share data and share the status quo of the market position with stakeholders from Myanmar BU and the Group

Job requirements:

• Minimum Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance or Engineering

• 5-7 years of work experience in strategy consulting, finance or market research role

• Project management experience is preferred but not necessary

• Flexibility to adjust multiple tasks, shifting priorities and be able to adapt to a rapid change in work dynamics

• Proven ability to lead and develop project plans to achieve goals

• Ability to think strategically and link big pictures with facts and details

• Independent worker, self-starter who takes initiative

• Work closely with cross-functional team members to inform the development and execution of campaigns to ensure that campaigns are "on strategy"

• Demonstrated expertise and experience in research and analysis

• Able to work in a fast-changing and result-driven environment

• Excellent skills in project management, business model/policy design, analysis, and financial modelling

• Ability to set and manage one's own agenda, while ensuring alignment with stakeholder priorities