Group Manager Exec: Strategy And Growth (Exco) - Namibia

SUMMARY:
A dynamic and visionary leader to collaborate closely with executive leadership team in shaping the group’s long-term strategic direction. The successful candidate will spearhead transformative initiatives, with a strong focus on Namibia’s burgeoning energy sector, while driving business growth, innovation, and market expansion into other sectors of the market as well.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements for the role:

• A tertiary degree in business or finance or engineering or related is essential for the role.
• Must have strong analytical skills and ability to translate information into business plans.
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills enabling executive level collaboration across the group.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to navigate complex business decisions and environments and engage and influence senior management and stakeholders.
• A firm understanding of the Namibian economy.
• Previous experience having worked within a corporate strategy, business development, consulting, or a similar leadership role operating at an exec level on EXCO is essential for the role.
• A proven track record in leading high-impact strategic initiatives, particularly in energy, infrastructure, or related industries. Is preferred.
• The successful candidate must have a strong financial acumen with experience in M&A, investment analysis, innovation strategies and risk management or related.

• Collaborating closely with executive leadership team in shaping the group’s long-term strategic direction. The successful candidate will spearhead transformative initiatives, with a strong focus on Namibia’s burgeoning energy sector, while driving business growth, innovation, and market expansion into other sectors of the market as well.
• Identifying, developing and executing high-impact strategic initiatives across the group, leveraging insights from global and local trends, particularly in the energy sector.
• Sourcing, evaluating and structuring innovative business opportunities, including strategic partnerships and investment ventures that align with national and regional priorities.
• Preparing and delivering robust investment cases to the investment committee, ensuring alignment with the group's strategic objectives.
• Leading negotiations, due diligence, execution and integration of strategic investments, driving measurable value creation post-transaction.
• Cultivating strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including sector experts, cross-industry partners, international technical partners and government.
• Establishing and maintaining a strong professional network, positioning the group as a leader in its chosen sectors.
• Working closely with senior finance teams to assess financial viability and risk exposure for growth initiatives.