Business Planning Officer

The Business Planning Officer / Specialist reports to the Strategy and Business Planning Manager. He / she plays a pivotal role in developing, overseeing, and refining MCQ‘s annual business planning process. Ensures that business plans are aligned with the overall strategic goals of the company. Monitors business plan implementation, facilitates strategic initiatives, and provides data-driven insights that enable informed decision-making at the management level. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES : Business Planning & Modelling Develop and oversee annual business plans and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Facilitate internal discussions to align departmental goals with the broader company vision and strategy and review and harmonize business plans. Coordinate with the Strategy & Data Analyst development and delivery of data-driven insights and recommendations that support decision-making throughout the planning and execution process. Identify potential risks to business plans and collaborate with Department Directors to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to safeguard the achievement of business objectives Liaise with PMO on project progress, and evaluate and reflect changes in business plan when needed. Assist on financial forecasts and budgets based on market analysis and business goals. Contribute to monitoring financial performance against budgets. Create and maintain business models to support strategic planning and decision-making. Evaluate business initiatives and investments for alignment with long-term objectives. Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in business planning and strategic management. Strategic initiative and project management Support with overseeing and coordination of all ongoing / planned MCQ projects assigned to the strategy team Develop project scopes, objectives, and schedules for corresponding initiatives and projects Assign project tasks and milestones Identify project risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies Stakeholder Engagement & Risk Mitigation Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather input and ensure alignment of business plans. Present strategic plans and business cases to senior management and key stakeholders. Identify potential risks and uncertainties that may impact business plans. Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to ensure business continuity Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner. Continuous Improvement Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainability of systems and processes, considering global standards, productivity improvement and cost reduction. Continuous Improvement Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainability of systems and processes, considering global standards, productivity improvement and cost reduction. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS : Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Statistics, or a similar discipline from a reputable university. Master’s degree or MBA is a plus. Minimum Experience : Minimum of 3 years of strong experience in business planning, strategy development, or project management within a corporate environment Proven experience working with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and business planning processes Required Competencies Functional Competencies Excellent understanding of strategic planning and business modeling. Proficient in business planning and project management software, as well as Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Strong ability to analyze business data and trends, and translate them into actionable insights and strategic recommendations Advanced skills in financial analysis and budgeting Strong business acumen and industry-specific knowledge Effective project management skills Strong presentation skills and ability to tailor communication to different audiences Behavioural Competencies Strong ability to think strategically and align day-to-day activities with long-term business goals Good critical thinking and strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work across teams and departments, fostering collaboration and aligning business functions with strategic goals Strong organizational skills Good ability to identify, summarize, and communicate key insights and messages Proactive, flexible, adaptable and able to work under pressure If you believe that you have the skills and competencies required for the role and wish to advance your application one step forward, please take the AI interview which is the first step of our interview process. 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