Job Description

Introduction

Through our client-facing brands the Momentum Group, with Multiply (wellness and rewards programme), and our other specialist brands, including Guardrisk and Eris Property Group, the group enables businesses and people from all walks of life to achieve their financial goals and life aspirations.

We help people grow their savings, protect what matters to them and invest for the future. We help companies and organisation's care for and reward their employees and members. Through our own network of advisers or via independent brokers and utilising new platforms Momentum Group provides practical financial solutions for people, communities, and businesses.



We build and protect our clients' financial dreams.



Visit us at www.momentumgroup.co.za

Disclaimer

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Role Purpose

To drive strategic alignment, operational excellence, and cross-functional coordination within the Digital & Technology Function ensuring that we are enabling the delivery of the Group, broader technology and functional strategies and specifically our applicable objectives and key results. This role will partner closely with the functional leadership team, and specifically with the Project Management Office, Human Capital, Group Finance, and other key stakeholders to translate digital initiatives into measurable outcomes, while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and purpose.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field (MBA or MSc preferred).
8-10 years of experience in business management, with a strong focus on digital strategy and transformation.
Proven experience in cross-functional coordination and executive-level reporting.

Duties & Responsibilities

Strategy Execution & Initiative Tracking

Align GDT strategy to execution by coordinating activities across teams.
Partner with the PMO to track initiatives, milestones, and measurable outcomes.
Collaborate with business unit CIO/CTO to align Group requirements and potential technology initiatives with business objectives and delivery plans.
Ensure accurate translation of deliverables into Group Finance performance tracking systems.
Prepare narratives and insights for quarterly performance discussions with the CFO.
Act as the point of contact for relevant stakeholders and be responsible for strategic communications and executive reporting and strategic presentations such as:
+ Monthly Technology Updates to IT and Group Exco's

+ CEO Report

+ Strategic Business Review presentations

+ Quarterly Risk and Capital Committee presentations and reports

+ Board presentations

Operational Rhythm & Team Engagement

Facilitate weekly standups and initiative check-ins across GDT teams.
Maintain visibility into initiative progress and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
Support orchestration, and potentially drive delivery, of strategic initiatives and special projects that fall outside specific team mandates.
Stay abreast of trends, best practices and future considerations in the field of Digital and Technology and report these back to the GDTO on a regular basis
Communicate digital strategies and progress to internal and external stakeholders.
Foster cross-functional collaboration to support digital initiatives.

Talent, Culture & Communication

Champion GDT culture and purpose-driven engagement through:
+ All Minds sessions

+ Team communications and storytelling


Collaborate with HC on:
+ Talent succession planning

+ Churn modeling and replacement strategies

+ Alignment with EE/Transformation targets

+ Promote a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous learning.

+ Lead change management efforts related to digital adoption.

Risk & Compliance Alignment

Work with the CRO to align messaging and progress on compliance targets.
Support preparations for Board Risk Committee engagements by gathering related information from the teams, ensuring consistency and a polished deck to present

ESG & Social Impact Integration

Align IT initiatives with ESG goals, including:
+ Emissions tracking from cloud initiatives

+ Reporting on digital benefits


Support social initiatives such as contributions to the Momentum Foundation.

Executive Support & Thought Partnership

Assist in preparing for media and speaking engagements.
Act as a sounding board for idea development and narrative refinement.

Competencies

Strategic Execution:

Ability to translate strategy into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.

Digital Fluency:

Understanding of digital ecosystems, platforms, and emerging technologies.

Leadership & Influence:

Skilled in stakeholder engagement and team alignment.

Narrative Crafting:

Strong communication skills for executive reporting and storytelling.

Analytical Thinking:

Ability to interpret data and performance metrics.

Cultural Stewardship:

Passion for fostering purpose-driven, inclusive team environments.

Lead Change and Innovation:

Actively leads change, does what is right for business and drives continuous improvement through innovation. *

Project Management and Organisational Skills:

Skilled in creating project plans, timelines and status tracking mechanisms.