Strategy and Planning Lead - VOIS

Role Purpose

The Strategy, Planning is accountable for and managing a team in the:
• Developing, aligning and updating department strategy & Liaise with Vodafone Group for best practices in business, new strategic initiatives, projects, and implementing group guidelines and KPIs.
• Lead the Projects planning to ensure P&FM projects success.
• Overall management of Department efficiency through implementing innovative Processes & setting department's Goals .

Key accountabilities and decision ownership

• Strategic Planning and Development
• Accountability: Develop and implement a comprehensive workplace and real estate strategy that aligns with organizational goals.
• Decision Ownership: Make decisions regarding the prioritization of workplace and real estate initiatives, including lease negotiations and site selection.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Consultation
• Accountability: Facilitate consultations with key stakeholders to gather insights and requirements for workplace and real estate projects.
• Decision Ownership: Determine the scope and direction of stakeholder engagement processes, particularly regarding real estate transactions.
• Project Governance and Oversight
• Accountability: Establish and enforce governance frameworks for workplace and real estate projects to ensure compliance and quality.
• Decision Ownership: Approve project plans, budgets, and timelines, including decisions on real estate acquisitions or disposals.
• Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
• Accountability: Monitor the progress and outcomes of workplace and real estate projects, providing regular updates to leadership.
• Decision Ownership: Decide on corrective actions when projects deviate from established plans or fail to meet performance metrics.
• Change Management and Communication
• Accountability: Lead change management initiatives related to workplace and real estate strategy implementation, ensuring smooth transitions.
• Decision Ownership: Make key decisions regarding communication strategies and the dissemination of information related to changes in real estate assets.

Core competencies, knowledge and experience

Strategic Thinking
Ability to develop and implement long-term workplace and real estate strategies that align with organizational goals.
Project Management Expertise
Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, PMP) and tools, with a track record of successfully managing complex projects, including real estate transactions.
Stakeholder Engagement Skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effectively engaging with diverse stakeholders in both workplace and real estate contexts.
Change Management Knowledge
Understanding of change management principles and practices to effectively lead transitions, especially during real estate changes.
Data Analysis and Reporting
Experience in analyzing data to inform decision-making and reporting on project performance and stakeholder satisfaction metrics in relation to real estate

Must-Have Technical / Professional Qualifications

Must-Have Technical / Professional Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, Real Estate, or a related field.

Project Management Certification
Certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 to validate project management skills.

Change Management Certification
Certification in change management methodologies (e.g., Prosci, ACMP) to demonstrate expertise in managing organizational change.

Workplace and Real Estate Strategy Expertise

Knowledge of workplace design principles and real estate best practices, preferably with a certification or training in workplace strategy or real estate management.
Data Analysis Proficiency

Skills in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau) and experience in interpreting data to support decision-making processes, partic

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1. Educational Background
o Degree in Engineering, Urban Planning, Real Estate, or a related field.
2. Project Management Certification
o Certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 to validate project management skills.
3. Technical Proficiency
o Strong knowledge of PC applications, including MS Office, AutoCAD, MS Project, and Primavera for project planning and design.
4. Real Estate Expertise
o In-depth understanding of real estate principles, market trends, and property management practices.
5. Contract and Budget Management Experience
o Proven experience in managing contracts and budgets related to real estate transactions and workplace projects.

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