Business Manager and Head of Strategy

Job Description

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 & 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

1. CORE JOB DESCRIPTION

Business Manager
• Taking of actions in Management meetings and follow up on agreed action points.
• Preparation of presentations for the Board meetings, senior management meetings, strategic meetings, and in country review meetings etc. 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.
• Collaborating with the Finance Director, 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 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. The executive is 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
• Financial and commercial acumen
o Strong telecom industry understanding
o Stakeholder influence & relationship management
o Strategic leadership & execution

• Skills
o Sound interpersonal skills
o Integrity, confidentiality & professionalism

Head of Strategy
• Knowledge Base
o Strong analytical skills
o Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
o Research ability (curious and questioning mind)
o Excellent influencing and negotiation skills and team work
o Understanding of strategy process and best practice
o Understanding market structures, competition dynamics and consumer behaviour
o Relevant experience in a senior corporate strategy role.

• Skills
o Leading Organisation Culture and Change
o Change and Adaptability
o Data Driven Decision Making
o Strategy and Vision
o 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 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.

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.

Together we can.