Strategic Initiatives & Project Manager - Security

Our client, a leading security services provider in East Africa, is seeking to recruit a highly analytical and execution-focused Strategic Initiatives & Project Manager to work closely with the Group CEO in driving strategic execution, business transformation, and operational excellence across the organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for translating business strategy into actionable initiatives, leading high-impact projects, driving innovation, and improving organizational performance. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with strong project management skills, financial acumen, and experience delivering cross-functional transformation initiatives. Key Responsibilities - Partner with the Group CEO to develop and execute strategic initiatives that support business growth and operational excellence. - Lead the planning and delivery of high-impact strategic projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and deliver measurable results. - Identify and implement innovative products, technologies, and business solutions that enhance operational efficiency and competitive advantage. - Monitor organizational performance through KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools, providing data-driven insights to support executive decision-making. - Drive business process improvement and transformation initiatives to enhance productivity, service delivery, and profitability. - Coordinate cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder engagement, and establish project governance frameworks to ensure successful execution of strategic priorities.

Key Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or a related field. - Professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, or an equivalent certification is required; an MBA will be an added advantage. - Minimum of 5 – 7 years’ experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, business transformation, operational excellence, or project management. - Proven experience managing complex cross-functional projects and driving strategic initiatives from concept to implementation. - Strong financial analysis, business planning, and performance management skills, with experience using project management tools. - Excellent analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and drive organizational change.