Non-Bank Financial Institutions Regulatory Authority (NBFIRA) invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for the following vacancy:  Head of Strategy

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Main Purpose of the job

To lead the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of NBFIRA’s corporate strategy, ensuring alignment with national development goals, regulatory mandates, and industry trends. The role ensures data-driven strategic decision-making and supports the Authority in achieving long-term organizational goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Lead the development and periodic review of NBFIRA’s strategic plan.
2. Facilitate strategy workshops and consultations with key internal and external stakeholders.
3. Translate strategic objectives into operational plans and performance metrics.
4. Develop and implement performance monitoring frameworks.
5. Track and report on strategic KPIs and recommend corrective actions.
6. Conduct strategic risk analysis and scenario planning.
7. Lead environmental scanning and analysis of national and global trends.
8. Liaise with government departments, regulators, and industry bodies.
9. Support alignment of departmental and divisional plans with the corporate strategy.

Qualifications and Experience

1. Master’s degree in Strategic Management, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. At least 10 years of experience, with 4 years in a Senior Strategic or Planning role, preferably in Financial Services or Regulatory environment.
3. Professional Certification in Strategy, Risk, or Corporate Governance is an added advantage.

Specialised knowledge and technical skills

1. Strategic planning processes, practices, methodologies and tools
2. Proficient in the use of computers and software relevant to the position.

Key Competencies

Strategic thinking and planning

1. Policy and regulatory environment understanding
2. Research and analytical skills
3. Project management
4. Stakeholder engagement and communication
5. Change management
6. Results orientation and execution
7. Leadership and team development

Interested candidates who meet the requirements are invited to submit;

Applications, CV, certified copies of their academic qualifications.

The names of and contact details of two referees (2) who know you in a capacity to comment on your suitability for the position applied for. One of the Referees should be either your current or previous employer.

Preference will be given to qualifying citizen applicants. Further, kindly note that only shortlisted applicants will be responded to.

All applications referencing the positions applied for should be sent to the following email address:

recruitment@nbfira.org.bw

Closing date of applications is on July 12, 2025 at latest by 17:00hrs.