Strategy support Specialist

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Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

Old Mutual Malawi Ltd is seeking to recruit a highly analytical, proactive, and results-oriented Strategy Support Specialist. Based in Blantyre, the successful candidate will support the development, execution, and monitoring of strategic initiatives that drive business performance and long-term growth.

 

Reporting to the Strategy, Data and Digital Executive, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic analysis, business intelligence, research, and performance insights to support decision-making across the business. The role will also support strategic planning processes, monitoring key business performance metrics, conducting market and economic research, develop business cases, and provide actionable recommendations.

 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Supporting the development and implementation of strategic policies, frameworks, and procedures.
• Conducting horizon scanning and market intelligence activities to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Monitoring and analysing business performance metrics to ensure alignment with strategic and financial objectives.
• Providing strategic advice and insights on business challenges and opportunities.
• Supporting strategic planning processes and the execution of business priorities.
• Preparing and coordinating analytical reports, dashboards, and management insights.
• Conducting strategic analysis using financial, operational, customer, and market data to support decision-making.
• Undertaking economic and market research to inform strategic initiatives.
• Collecting, analysing, and interpreting data to identify key business trends and opportunities.
• Supporting the preparation of business cases, feasibility assessments, and strategic projects.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Economics, Statistics or any related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in strategic planning, business performance analysis, reporting, research, or business intelligence.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.

SKILLS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

 

• Business Intelligence and Data Analysis
• Strategic Analysis and Strategic Prioritization
• Data Modelling and Statistical Analysis
• Budget Management
• Strong Numerical and Analytical Skills
• Current State Assessment and Solution Analysis
• Data Compilation, Interpretation, and Reporting
• Strong Oral Communication Skills
• Adaptive Thinking and Sound Judgement
• Ability to Manage Complexity and Drive Accountability
• Strong Business Insight and Process Optimization Capabilities

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Skills

Action Planning, Adaptive Thinking, Budget Management, Business Intelligence (BI) Analysis, Current State Assessment, Data Compilation, Data Interpretations, Data Modeling, Evaluating Information, Numerical Aptitude, Oral Communications, Solution Analysis, Statistical Analysis Techniques, Strategic Prioritization

Competencies

Business Insight

Communicates Effectively

Cultivates Innovation

Decision Quality

Ensures Accountability

Manages Complexity

Nimble Learning

Optimizes Work Processes

Education

Closing Date

30 October 2026 , 23:59

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