Strategic Planning Manager

Roles and responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive AI strategies aligned with the government's overall objectives.
• Oversee the planning and execution of AI-related projects, ensuring they deliver measurable outcomes.
• Create and manage an AI innovation roadmap, identifying emerging technologies and opportunities.
• Optimise resource allocation for AI initiatives, balancing budget constraints with strategic priorities.
• Collaborate with government agencies, industry partners, and academic institutions to build strong relationships and support AI adoption.
  
  

The Successful Applicant

• Minimum of 8 years in strategic planning and project delivery, with hands-on experience developing and delivering an AI agenda within a large, complex environment.
• Understanding of the government landscape and the unique challenges and opportunities within the public sector.
• Passion for driving innovation and exploring new AI applications.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively convey complex ideas to various audiences.
  

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to be a key player in the ambitious government AI agenda

• A Strategic Planning Lead is responsible for guiding an organization’s long-term strategy and ensuring alignment with its goals and objectives. Here are key skills and qualities essential for a successful Strategic Planning Lead:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and articulate a clear vision and strategy that aligns with the organization’s goals and market opportunities.

• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analyzing data and trends to inform strategic decisions and assess the potential impact of various strategies.

• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership abilities to guide cross-functional teams, facilitate collaboration, and drive strategic initiatives.

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effectively conveying strategic plans and engaging stakeholders at all levels.

• Project Management: Skills to oversee the execution of strategic initiatives, manage timelines, and ensure deliverables are met.

• Financial Acumen: Understanding of financial principles and metrics to assess the viability of strategic options and ensure resource allocation aligns with priorities.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify challenges and develop innovative solutions that support the organization’s strategic goals.

• Change Management: Skills to manage organizational change effectively, ensuring stakeholder buy-in and smooth transitions during strategic implementation.

• Collaboration: Strong ability to work with various departments and teams to ensure alignment and integration of strategies across the organization.

• Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust strategies based on changing market conditions, emerging trends, and organizational needs.

Desired candidate profile

A Strategic Planning Lead is responsible for guiding an organization’s long-term strategy and ensuring alignment with its goals and objectives. Here are key skills and qualities essential for a successful Strategic Planning Lead:

1. Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and articulate a clear vision and strategy that aligns with the organization’s goals and market opportunities.

2. Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analyzing data and trends to inform strategic decisions and assess the potential impact of various strategies.

3. Leadership Skills: Strong leadership abilities to guide cross-functional teams, facilitate collaboration, and drive strategic initiatives.

4. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effectively conveying strategic plans and engaging stakeholders at all levels.

5. Project Management: Skills to oversee the execution of strategic initiatives, manage timelines, and ensure deliverables are met.

6. Financial Acumen: Understanding of financial principles and metrics to assess the viability of strategic options and ensure resource allocation aligns with priorities.

7. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify challenges and develop innovative solutions that support the organization’s strategic goals.

8. Change Management: Skills to manage organizational change effectively, ensuring stakeholder buy-in and smooth transitions during strategic implementation.

9. Collaboration: Strong ability to work with various departments and teams to ensure alignment and integration of strategies across the organization.

10. Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust strategies based on changing market conditions, emerging trends, and organizational needs.