Strategy, Planning and Operations Manager
2025-05-20T04:08:37+00:00
Transformational Business Network Africa ( Africa)
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FULL_TIME
Kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Business Management and Administration
Management
2025-06-15T17:00:00+00:00
Uganda
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About Transformational Business Network Africa (TBN Africa):
Transformational Business Network Africa ( Africa) is a non-profit organization that equips and supports high-potential entrepreneurs across East and Southern Africa to grow sustainable businesses that create jobs and transform communities. We do this through strategic advisory, investment readiness support, and facilitating access to capital.
Role Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic operations professional to join our growing team in a pivotal role that supports the continued growth and efficiency of our organization.
The Strategy, Planning and Operations Manager will collaborate closely with executive leadership to strengthen internal systems, improve cross-functional alignment, and enhance our regional delivery capacity.
This is a key leadership-track opportunity for a mission-aligned individual with strong operational experience and a commitment to unlocking the potential of African enterprises.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Operations Planning:
Contribute to the development and execution of operational strategies that support TBN Africa’s 3-year vision and annual plans.
- Process & Systems Improvement:
Lead and support organization-wide projects to streamline internal processes, strengthen SOPs, and improve efficiency and performance.
- Performance & Delivery Oversight:
Track key performance indicators, coordinate reporting structures, and support a data-informed culture of continuous improvement.
- Cross-Departmental Coordination:
Work closely with teams across enterprise support, investment advisory, partnerships, and country hubs to align operations and planning.
- Organizational Learning & Development:
Support leadership on initiatives related to team development, performance management, and embedding organizational values.
- Operational Risk & Compliance Support:
Assist in developing and monitoring compliance protocols across regional operations.
Participate in senior leadership discussions and contribute to high-level decision-making processes on strategy, scaling, and innovation.
Candidate Profile:
We are looking for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, is detail-oriented, and has a strong strategic mindset.
Essential Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in business, public policy, development, or related field (Master’s
degree is an advantage).
- 7+ years of professional experience in operations, strategic planning, or management roles within mission-driven organizations.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional initiatives.
- Exceptional communication, planning, and analytical skills.
- Strong emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership style.
- Experience working in multicultural, multi-country contexts.
Desirable:
- Background in entrepreneurship support, consulting, or non-profit management.
- Exposure to the East and Southern Africa entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Why You Should Join Us?
At TBN Africa, you’ll be part of a team that’s deeply committed to seeing African enterprises flourish. This is a unique opportunity to influence systemic change through operational excellence and strategic leadership in a fast-growing organization.
Key Responsibilities: • Strategic Operations Planning: Contribute to the development and execution of operational strategies that support TBN Africa’s 3-year vision and annual plans. • Process & Systems Improvement: Lead and support organization-wide projects to streamline internal processes, strengthen SOPs, and improve efficiency and performance. • Performance & Delivery Oversight: Track key performance indicators, coordinate reporting structures, and support a data-informed culture of continuous improvement. • Cross-Departmental Coordination: Work closely with teams across enterprise support, investment advisory, partnerships, and country hubs to align operations and planning. • Organizational Learning & Development: Support leadership on initiatives related to team development, performance management, and embedding organizational values. • Operational Risk & Compliance Support: Assist in developing and monitoring compliance protocols across regional operations. • Leadership Support: Participate in senior leadership discussions and contribute to high-level decision-making processes on strategy, scaling, and innovation. Candidate Profile: We are looking for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, is detail-oriented, and has a strong strategic mindset.
• Bachelor's degree in business, public policy, development, or related field (Master’s degree is an advantage). • 7+ years of professional experience in operations, strategic planning, or management roles within mission-driven organizations. • Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional initiatives. • Exceptional communication, planning, and analytical skills. • Strong emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership style. • Experience working in multicultural, multi-country contexts. Desirable: • Background in entrepreneurship support, consulting, or non-profit management. • Exposure to the East and Southern Africa entrepreneurial ecosystem.
• Bachelor's degree in business, public policy, development, or related field (Master’s degree is an advantage). • 7+ years of professional experience in operations, strategic planning, or management roles within mission-driven organizations. • Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional initiatives. • Exceptional communication, planning, and analytical skills. • Strong emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership style. • Experience working in multicultural, multi-country contexts. Desirable: • Background in entrepreneurship support, consulting, or non-profit management. • Exposure to the East and Southern Africa entrepreneurial ecosystem.
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Vacancy title:
Strategy, Planning and Operations Manager
Jobs at:
Transformational Business Network Africa ( Africa)
Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, June 15 2025
Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala | Uganda
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, May 20 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
About Transformational Business Network Africa (TBN Africa):
Transformational Business Network Africa ( Africa) is a non-profit organization that equips and supports high-potential entrepreneurs across East and Southern Africa to grow sustainable businesses that create jobs and transform communities. We do this through strategic advisory, investment readiness support, and facilitating access to capital.
Role Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic operations professional to join our growing team in a pivotal role that supports the continued growth and efficiency of our organization.
The Strategy, Planning and Operations Manager will collaborate closely with executive leadership to strengthen internal systems, improve cross-functional alignment, and enhance our regional delivery capacity.
This is a key leadership-track opportunity for a mission-aligned individual with strong operational experience and a commitment to unlocking the potential of African enterprises.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Operations Planning:
Contribute to the development and execution of operational strategies that support TBN Africa’s 3-year vision and annual plans.
- Process & Systems Improvement:
Lead and support organization-wide projects to streamline internal processes, strengthen SOPs, and improve efficiency and performance.
- Performance & Delivery Oversight:
Track key performance indicators, coordinate reporting structures, and support a data-informed culture of continuous improvement.
- Cross-Departmental Coordination:
Work closely with teams across enterprise support, investment advisory, partnerships, and country hubs to align operations and planning.
- Organizational Learning & Development:
Support leadership on initiatives related to team development, performance management, and embedding organizational values.
- Operational Risk & Compliance Support:
Assist in developing and monitoring compliance protocols across regional operations.
Participate in senior leadership discussions and contribute to high-level decision-making processes on strategy, scaling, and innovation.
Candidate Profile:
We are looking for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, is detail-oriented, and has a strong strategic mindset.
Essential Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in business, public policy, development, or related field (Master’s
degree is an advantage).
- 7+ years of professional experience in operations, strategic planning, or management roles within mission-driven organizations.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional initiatives.
- Exceptional communication, planning, and analytical skills.
- Strong emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership style.
- Experience working in multicultural, multi-country contexts.
Desirable:
- Background in entrepreneurship support, consulting, or non-profit management.
- Exposure to the East and Southern Africa entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Why You Should Join Us?
At TBN Africa, you’ll be part of a team that’s deeply committed to seeing African enterprises flourish. This is a unique opportunity to influence systemic change through operational excellence and strategic leadership in a fast-growing organization.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 84
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
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- Please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your suitability for the role by June 15th, 2025.