Remote Director, Strategic Initiatives & Growth

Placements24; Rustenburg; Remote; ZAR 3,200,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Stock options

Remote stipend

Executive coaching

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Director of Strategic Initiatives to lead high-impact projects from a fully remote capacity. You will define and execute a portfolio of initiatives, develop detailed plans, and drive cross-functional teams across regions.

This role demands relentless focus on performance, KPIs, and stakeholder alignment to deliver sustainable growth. The ideal candidate has 12+ years in strategy or program management, strong analytical and communication skills, and a track record of

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in strategic planning or program leadership.
• Proven experience leading remote or hybrid cross-functional projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in energy or technology-driven industries preferred.
• MBA is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Define, scope, and manage a portfolio of strategic initiatives aligned with the company's long-term vision and objectives.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams comprised of members from various departments and geographical locations.
• Establish robust metrics and KPIs to track the progress and success of strategic initiatives, reporting findings to senior leadership.
• Identify and address potential roadblocks or challenges, developing and implementing timely solutions to keep projects on track.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within project teams and across the organization.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic decision-making and identify new opportunities.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration among all stakeholders, including internal teams, external partners, and senior management.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations as required for specific initiatives.
• Champion the adoption of best practices in project and program management throughout the remote workforce.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Remote team leadership

Performance tracking

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Director of Strategic Initiatives to lead high-impact projects from a fully remote capacity. You will define and execute a portfolio of initiatives, develop detailed plans, and drive cross-functional teams across regions.

This role demands relentless focus on performance, KPIs, and stakeholder alignment to deliver sustainable growth. The ideal candidate has 12+ years in strategy or program management, strong analytical and communication skills, and a track record of