Senior Strategist at Chocolate City Group

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Research Analysis

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify industry trends and business opportunities.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activities.
• Develop strategic presentations, decks, and proposals for internal and external (business) partners and stakeholders.
• Translate research insights into compelling strategic narratives and recommendations.
• Work closely with leadership to support business expansion and investment strategies.
• Identify and evaluate potential partnerships and acquisition targets
• Collaborate with different teams to ensure alignment of corporate goals and creative initiatives with company strategy.

Cross-functional Strategic Leadership

• Support group-wide strategic projects while attending to requests from Bean
• Creative Agency, the Music Team and our subsidiaries.
• Provide strategic insights to drive business growth, creative initiatives, and financial sustainability.
• Work closely with the different teams to integrate data-driven storytelling into business proposals.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, including investors, partners, and financial institutions.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Ensure Executives and Board members stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to drive innovation and enhance business strategies.
• Recommend process improvements to streamline strategy development and execution.
• Manage complex data and provide insights with precision.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience in strategy.
• Strong background in business strategy, market analysis, and data-driven decision-making.
• Deep understanding of the African media and entertainment landscape.
• Powerful storyteller with the ability to create high-quality presentations, reports, and strategic proposals.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a strategic and analytical mindset.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to oversee multiple initiatives.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and other strategic analysis tools.
• Experience in media, entertainment, or creative industries is a plus.