QNB3749 - Senior Vice President - Strategy Development

About QNB Established in 1964 as the country’s first Qatari-owned commercial bank, QNB Group has steadily grown to become the largest bank in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. QNB Group’s presence through its subsidiaries and associate companies extends to more than 31 countries across three continents providing a comprehensive range of advanced products and services. The total number of employees is more than 28,000 serving up to 20 million customers operating through 1,000 locations, with an ATM network of 4,300 machines. QNB has maintained its position as one of the highest rated regional banks from leading credit rating agencies including Standard & Poor’s (A), Moody’s (Aa3) and Fitch (A+). The Bank has also been the recipient of many awards from leading international specialised financial publications. Based on the Group’s consistent strong financial performance and its expanding international presence, QNB currently ranks as the most valuable bank brand in the Middle East and Africa, according to Brand Finance Magazine. QNB Group has an active community support program and sponsors various social, educational and sporting events. Job Purpose Summary The incumbent will be part of senior leadership responsible for independently leading and managing the Strategy Development team under Strategy and Business development department. Responsibilities include owning, leading, managing and executing the portfolio of strategy assignments for group wide business/ support divisions or countries across QNB Group’s international network with minimal supervision. These would be managing the full portfolio of strategy assignments such as full-scale regional strategies, individual country strategies (for all applicable lines of business) or business unit strategies. The incumbent will also be responsible to support any specific requests and mandates coming from the Executive Management, including GCEO interviews, Board presentations and public documents. Essential Duties & Responsibilities By Dimensions • Shareholder & Financial: • Responsible for managing the portfolio of Group-wide strategy assignments (domestic & international) • Develop metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) for performance measurement and monitoring purposes related to assigned strategy and implementation projects on a periodic basis • Own and lead the development as well as review of the financial plan for strategy assignments • Assist the SEVP and EVP in identifying, analyzing and monitoring issues that impact or could affect the profitability, growth and productivity of the organization (domestic & international). • Implements KPI’s and best practices for Senior Vice President, Strategy Development. • Act within the limits of the powers delegated to the incumbent and delegate authority to the respective staff and monitor exercise of the same. • Demonstrate clear understanding of the important factors behind the bank's financial & non-financial performance. • Customer (Internal & External): • Own, lead and manage the portfolio of Group-wide strategy assignments such as full scale regional strategies, individual country strategies (for all applicable lines of business) or business unit strategy development • Ensure the integration of internal and external customer needs and requirements within the strategy assignments and implementation projects • Lead the interactions with senior internal customers from business divisions, support divisions or country GMs for strategy assignments and implementation projects to ensure smooth management and alignment of deliverables • Act as a reliable competent contact partner to all business, support divisions as well as country GMs within the delivery of strategy assignments and implementation projects • Manage other Group Strategy-related activities and mandates, such as supporting yearly business planning, performance management, development of strategic plans across QNB Group, GCEO interviews, Board presentations and preparation of other public documents as requested • Internal (Processes, Products, Regulatory): • Obtain mandates, input and project brief on dedicated strategy assignment and implementation projects from SEVP and EVP • Align scope, direction and deliverables of strategy assignments and implementation projects with EVP Strategy & Business Development • Lead multiple strategy projects simultaneously and supervise all project phases • Develop and prepare set up of specific strategy assignments or implementation projects in terms of content, scope, structure, deliverables, timing, resources and work plans • Manage project teams on a day-to-day basis to provide guidance, direction and supervision to the project teams to ensure timely high quality and impact delivery • Guide the Vice Principal • Strategy Development in the development of hypothesis formulation, analyses, market sizing and baselining exercises, formulation of frameworks and strategic recommendations as well as conclusions • Review, discuss and align project deliverables with the project teams • Assist the EVP Strategy & Business Development in reviewing and providing feedback on the performance of the project team, as well as the section’s overall performance on a regular basis and making recommendations as necessary • Supervise the Strategy Development team as established by the Group. These tasks include participating in the management of all HR issues related to the team such as: team performance, absence management, training needs identification and other requests • Constantly endeavor to implement industry best practice standards within the development of strategic recommendations and governance frameworks. • Bring in significant leadership to the division/department, ensuring that effective controls and resources are available to manage and control work volumes. • Manage recruitment, provide motivation, guidance to employees and reinforce high standards concerning performance, and adherence to the Bank’s values and mission. • Manage strong/effective relationships with related departments/units to achieve the Group’s objectives Continuous Improvement • Set examples by leading improvement initiatives through cross-functional teams ensuring successes. • Identify and encourage people to adopt practices better than the industry standard. • Continuously encourage and recognise the importance of thinking out-of-the-box within the team. • Encourage, solicit and reward innovative ideas even in day-to-day issues • Learning & Knowledge: • Identify any areas for professional development of self and all direct reports, and act to enhance professional development of self and others • Ensure the provision of relevant guidance, direction and training to subordinates to develop and enhance their skills • Assess performance of direct reports and provide regular feedback on their development (including recognizing strengths and providing challenges) • Demonstrate ability to provide the team with support, direction and vision, including motivating people to perform, listening to people • Maintain a high level of knowledge about banking processes, regulations, and generally accepted operating practices. 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Own, lead and manage the portfolio of Group-wide strategy assignments such as full scale regional strategies, individual country strategies (for all applicable lines of business) or business unit strategy development. Ensure the integration of internal and external customer needs and requirements within the strategy assignments and implementation projects. Lead the interactions with senior internal customers from business divisions, support divisions or country GMs for strategy assignments and implementation projects to ensure smooth management and alignment of deliverables. Act as a reliable competent contact partner to all business, support divisions as well as country GMs within the delivery of strategy assignments and implementation projects. Manage other Group Strategy-related activities and mandates, such as supporting yearly business planning, performance management, development of strategic plans across QNB Group, GCEO interviews, Board presentations and preparation of other public documents as requested. Lead multiple strategy projects simultaneously and supervise all project phases. Develop and prepare set up of specific strategy assignments or implementation projects in terms of content, scope, structure, deliverables, timing, resources and work plans. Manage project teams on a day-to-day basis to provide guidance, direction and supervision to the project teams to ensure timely high quality and impact delivery. Strategy development in the development of hypothesis formulation, analyses, market sizing and baselining exercises, formulation of frameworks and strategic recommendations as well as conclusions. Review, discuss and align project deliverables with the project teams. Assist the EVP Strategy & Business Development in reviewing and providing feedback on the performance of the project team, as well as the section’s overall performance on a regular basis and making recommendations as necessary. Supervise the Strategy Development team as established by the Group, including HR matters such as performance, absence management, training needs, and related requests. Bring in leadership to the division/department, ensuring effective controls and resources are available to manage and control work volumes. Manage recruitment, provide motivation, guidance to employees and reinforce high standards concerning performance and adherence to the Bank’s values and mission. Maintain strong relationships with related departments/units to achieve the Group’s objectives.