Deputy Director/Assistant Director, Strategic Planning and Organisational Strategy (2-year contract)

As Deputy Director/Assistant Director (Strategic Planning and Organisational Strategy) of the interim Communicable Diseases Agency (iCDA) under the Ministry of Health (MOH), you will support Head Strategic Planning in the development of our strategic planning approach and organisational strategy; and implement the organisational strategy to achieve its mission and outcomes. He / She will support the senior management in setting organisational goals and priorities, including setting processes, optimising resources and measuring the organisation’s performance to achieve desired goals. The job holder is required to work closely with multiple internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment of organisation’s direction and intent.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the organisational development strategy, ensuring alignment with the mission, vision, and values.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define strategic priorities and initiatives and establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure progress.
• Drive the development of actionable plans to achieve strategic objectives, and monitor progress towards goals.
• Provide strategic guidance and support to division leads in aligning their initiatives with the overall organisational strategy.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of a robust performance management framework to track and report on strategic initiatives.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to inform strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. Tertiary qualification in public health would be appreciated.
• Proven track record of at least 5 years in strategic planning, organisational strategy, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data and insights into actionable strategies.
• Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional teams and driving change management initiatives.
• Proficiency in strategic planning tools and methodologies.
• Familiarity with performance management and measurement techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.