Key Responsibilities:

Market Research and Analysis:

• Conduct research on products, industry trends, market dynamics, and emerging technologies.
• Analyze market data to develop insights and strategies for capturing new business opportunities
• Identify opportunities and threats within the market landscape.

Competitive Intelligence:

• Monitor competitors’ activities, including product launches and pricing strategies
• Evaluate competitors’ strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT analysis).
• Assess market share and competitive positioning relative to key competitors

Strategic Planning:

• Assist in the development of strategic plans and long-term objectives.
• Collaborate with the Head of Department to define strategic priorities and initiatives.
• Identify strategic opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.

Prospecting & Partnership Management:

• Identify and target potential partners through various channels, including online research, networking events, and industry associations.
• Understand partners’ business needs, objectives, and challenges to effectively tailor our products/services to their requirements.

Collaboration and Cross-Functional Communication:

• Work closely with internal teams, especially the product team, to align business strategies and achieve collective goals.
• Communicate market insights and partner feedback to relevant teams for continuous improvement.

Business Pitch and Proposal Creation:

• Develop compelling and persuasive business pitches and proposals.

Performance Tracking and Reporting:

• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to business development efforts.

Key Competencies 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration / Finance / Economics, or a related field.
• At Least 2 years of experience in strategy consulting, strategy analysis or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in market research and competitive intelligence.
• Understanding of the local digital financial services and fintech space
• Problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, Power BI) is an added advantage
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Results-oriented with a track record of meeting targets

‍Who you are

As a Strategy Analyst, you will be responsible for analyzing market trends, competitor strategies, and internal performance metrics to provide insights and recommendations for strategic business development decision-making. Your primary focus will be on identifying new business opportunities, cultivating relationships with potential partners and strategically positioning our products/services in the market. This role requires strong business acumen, critical thinking, and a data-driven mindset.