Strategy and PMO Director

Position Overview

The Strategy and PMO Director is a key leadership figure responsible for steering the organization's strategic goals, driving major initiatives, and ensuring successful project execution in line with the company’s vision. This senior role combines expert strategic insight, project management governance, and leadership across various departments to enhance growth and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and manage the strategic planning framework to align with corporate goals and market demands.
• Lead the Project Management Office (PMO), setting governance and standards to guarantee projects are delivered on schedule and within budget.
• Organize quarterly strategy reviews with leadership to assess ongoing initiatives and propose necessary modifications.
• Partner with business units to uncover operational enhancements and translate strategies into concrete action plans.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators to track project outcomes and support informed decision-making.
• Cultivate robust relationships with stakeholders, actively managing feedback and expectation during project progress.
• Execute detailed market and competitive analyses to guide strategic choices and identify growth prospects.
• Promote collaboration across departments to dismantle silos and improve communication and teamwork.
• Mentor junior project managers and teams to build internal capabilities within the PMO.
• Prepare detailed reports for executives on strategic projects, emphasizing both successes and improvement areas.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least 10 years of experience in strategic or program management with a minimum of 5 years in leadership roles.
• Proven success in strategic planning and leading impactful projects.
• Hands-on experience in implementing PMO frameworks aligned with business objectives.
• Strong financial expertise for budgeting, risk evaluation, and ensuring returns on initiatives.
• In-depth knowledge of change management, capable of driving transformations in diverse teams.
• Advanced analytical ability to interpret data and derive actionable insights.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement at executive and cross-functional levels.
• Excellent interpersonal skills enabling effective communication and team collaboration.
• Commitment to fostering a culture based on transparency, accountability, and ongoing enhancement.
• Experience managing risks and developing strategic mitigation plans.

Essential Skills

• Forward-looking strategic mindset to anticipate trends and their impact.
• Mastery of project management methodologies including Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall.
• Leadership skills focused on motivation and achieving outcomes.
• Strong problem-solving aptitude for complex business challenges.
• Clear and persuasive communication abilities in both spoken and written forms.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, JIRA, and Trello.
• Adaptable and resilient under fast-changing conditions.
• Expertise in negotiation and conflict resolution to harmonize stakeholder interests.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects with thorough attention to detail.
• Dedication to ethical leadership and sound corporate governance.