Strategic Initiatives Director — Lead Growth & Innovation

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive coaching

Relocation assistance

Company car

Stock options

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, South Africa, seeks a Director of Strategic Initiatives to spearhead growth strategies and major projects. This executive role requires full-time presence at the Rustenburg office and oversight of cross-functional teams across departments.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s in Business Administration or Strategy (PhD a plus), 10+ years in strategic planning or business development, and a proven track record in complex initiatives, financial modeling,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Strategy, or related field; PhD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize strategic opportunities for expansion and improvement.
• Develop detailed strategic plans with market analysis, financial projections, and roadmaps.
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute initiatives from concept to completion.
• Monitor industry trends to inform strategic decisions.
• Manage relationships with investors, partners, and senior management.
• Oversee implementation of new business models and operating frameworks.
• Develop performance metrics and track progress toward goals.
• Conduct due diligence for potential mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships.
• Communicate plans and progress to executive team and organization.
• Foster a culture of innovation and strategic thinking.

Skills

Strategic planning

Leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Financial modeling

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Influence executives

Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration/Strategy

PhD is a plus

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, South Africa, seeks a Director of Strategic Initiatives to spearhead growth strategies and major projects. This executive role requires full-time presence at the Rustenburg office and oversight of cross-functional teams across departments.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s in Business Administration or Strategy (PhD a plus), 10+ years in strategic planning or business development, and a proven track record in complex initiatives, financial modeling,