Research & Strategy Officer at Layer3

Job Summary

• As the Strategy Officer under the Strategy and Business Development Group of Layer3, you will be pivotal in information gathering using relevant research tools and techniques for developing and shaping the company's strategic initiatives. You will work closely with the head, Strategy & Business Development to develop the companies strategy documents.

Responsibilities

• Market Analysis: Conduct thorough research and analysis of industry trends, customer preferences, and competitive landscapes. Translate insights into actionable strategies that will drive the company's success.
• Strategy Development: Should have a clear understanding of strategy development across: Brand, Communications and Go to Market Plans
• Innovation: Must be able to identify emerging technologies and trends that could impact our industry. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate innovation into the company's strategic roadmap.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with departments to ensure alignment between strategic goals and operational execution. Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and coordinated efforts.
• Risk Management: Assess potential risks and challenges associated with strategic decisions and provide mitigation strategies to ensure the company's growth trajectory remains steady.
• Scenario Planning: Develop various scenarios and contingency plans to adapt to changing market dynamics and unforeseen challenges.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or Marketing.
• Minimum of 2-4 years working experience in a strategy role (ICT industry experience will be an added advantage).
• Experience in successfully implementing new organization models, including change management aspects.
• Sound knowledge of research and analytic tools and sources
• High level of computer literacy, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, and the Internet.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral (including presentations)
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with people at all levels in various organizations (within and without).
• Intellectual ability & Strategic thinking
• Willing to continuously update personal skills and knowledge.