Strategy Manager

Solvo Global; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in South Africa seeks a strategic and highly organized professional to support the Chief Development Officer and Director of Business Development. This role involves driving growth initiatives and operational excellence through strategic planning and project management. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, 2+ years of relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. Proficiency in Excel and project management tools is a must in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in strategy, operations, consulting, or program management.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and drive cross‑functional collaboration.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the CDO and Director in developing and executing business strategies.
• Oversee daily operations and develop performance metrics.
• Lead and coordinate strategic projects and monitor progress.

Skills

Strategic planning

Project management

Operational oversight

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Strategy, Economics, or related field (MBA preferred)

Tools

Excel/Sheets

PowerPoint/Slides

Project management tools (Asana, Monday.com, Smartsheet)

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a strategic and highly organized professional to support the Chief Development Officer (CDO) and Director of Business Development in driving growth initiatives and operational excellence. This role combines strategic planning, project management, and operational oversight, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys turning ideas into actionable results.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Support the CDO and Director of Business Development in developing and executing business development strategies.
• Translate high‑level goals into detailed operational plans, milestones, and KPIs.
• Conduct research, analysis, and benchmarking to inform strategic decisions.
• Execute strategic initiatives and ensure alignment with organizational priorities.

Operational Management

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the Business Development Department.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reporting tools, and performance metrics.
• Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency and scalability.

Project & Program Management

• Lead and coordinate strategic projects and cross‑functional initiatives.
• Define timelines, deliverables, and success metrics; monitor progress and risks.
• Ensure timely delivery and accountability across teams.

Performance Tracking & Insights

• Create frameworks to measure success and ROI of initiatives.
• Provide data‑driven insights and recommendations for leadership decisions.
• Support quarterly and annual business reviews with performance analysis.

Executive Support

• Prepare presentations, reports, and briefing materials for senior leadership.
• Represent the CDO in meetings or working groups when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Strategy, Economics, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 2+ years of experience in strategy, operations, consulting, or program management.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and drive cross‑functional collaboration.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Excel/Sheets, PowerPoint/Slides, and project management tools (Asana, Monday.com, Smartsheet).

Key Attributes

• Strategic thinker with hands‑on execution skills.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented; able to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communicator and collaborator across all levels.
• Comfortable in fast‑paced, evolving environments.
• Ability to manage up and down the organization to drive results.