Director of Strategy & Innovation at Michael Page

About Our Client

• This not-for-profit organisation operates on a global scale, focusing on impactful programmes that benefit communities and foster sustainable development. With a well-established presence and a commitment to innovation, the organisation is seeking a leader to guide its strategic direction.

Job Description

As a Director of Strategy & Innovation you will be responsibile for the following:

• Act as a strategic advisor and thought partner to the CEO and Executive Committee.
• Lead corporate strategy design, execution, and review cycles, translating mission into clear choices and priorities aligned with emerging trends and opportunities.
• Drive the design and implementation of high-impact strategic initiatives and cross-cutting projects, fostering collaboration across internal teams and external partners.
• Develop and own key strategic initiatives by applying rigorous analysis, business acumen, and logic to identify value drivers and lay foundations for success.
• Champion innovation by building and managing pipelines of new ideas and scaling them into impactful solutions.
• Lead the creation and implementation of tools and resources that enhance efficiency across organizational processes, systems, programs, and initiatives.
• Ensure strategic priorities are clearly and consistently communicated to staff, partners, and stakeholders.
• Translate complex data and insights into compelling narratives for funders and external audiences, showcasing impact effectively.
• Modernize data systems and analytics to enable faster, evidence-based strategic decisions.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Director of Strategy & Innovation should have:

• A master's degree in business administration, strategy, international development, or a related field.
• Strong experience in strategy consulting, business intelligence, or international development.
• Proven ability to drive organisational growth and impact through strategic planning.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• A deep understanding of the not-for-profit sector and its unique challenges.