Discovery's core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.
About Discovery Bank
Discovery Bank is a bank like no other - a shared-value bank, designed with our clients in mind. We're all about sharing the value that clients create when they manage their money well, back with them through exceptional interest rates and rewards. Our Vitality Money programme measures how well clients manage their finances, informs them of what it means to be financially healthy, and empowers them with the knowledge to get enhanced rewards for managing their money well. If you're adaptable, a problem-solver, always questioning the way things are done, passionate about doing what is right, and obsessed with providing a quality service experience, we have a job for you where you can be your best in an environment that's safe and nurturing.
Job Purpose
The Manager of Strategic Projects works within the CEO's office where they will manage and own ongoing Bank and Discovery SA projects to delivery. The ideal individual will be responsible for ensuring that all projects are implemented in a timely manner, and in ways that are consistent with the organisational priorities, budgets and regulatory requirements. The role will also include work in the CEO's office to support the function of the CEO including Board reporting, and management of key events.
Areas of responsibility may include but are not limited to
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Drive the development and implementation of products and programs for the business unit
Responsible for driving the project plans and timelines within the CEO's office
Develop and implement strategies to ensure that all tasks remain on schedule. Manage project team and implementation meetings with staff and key stakeholders
Conducts needed research and remains abreast of regulatory and market changes
Communicates information to staff and stakeholders, through trainings and written documentation
Develops written plans
Creates strategy documents for the business unit
Responsible for reporting to the Board and EXCO on as well as regulatory presentations and the interim/annual financial results
Owns the results and regulatory communication within the Bank
Develops progress reports and other data analyses, as appropriate
Communication with internal business owners and subject matter experts
Ad hoc research, analysis and projects
Develop presentations, reports and other strategic communications
Personal Attributes and Skills
Excellent communication skills
Attention to detail
Simplify complex messages
Innovation / Creativity
Adaptability
Customer service orientation
Initiative
Organisational awareness
Ability to work independently and efficiently
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to recognise and resolve problems
Education and Experience
A relevant tertiary qualification in a numerical or analytical field
5 or more years relevant strategic project experience
Previous experience with strategic projects in the banking industry will be advantageous
Management consulting in a financial services industry will be advantageous
Actuarial or finance background would also be advantageous
EMPLOYMENT EQUITY
The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
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