Manager | Business Proposal Evaluation

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for formulating effective strategies to address future challenges as part of the development of long-term strategic plans for the organisation. These efforts include developing enterprise strategy, business plans, and tactical strategies through effective strategic planning methods which include scenario planning and analysis exercises and other related tools and mechanisms.

Other responsibilities include analysing, evaluating, and managing new business opportunities encompassing new strategic partnerships, strategic ventures, as well as new areas of growth for the organisation and value-added benefits and offerings for EPF members.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

PRIMARY ROLES

1. Conduct market and industry research and analysis related to strategic issues and organisational challenges.
2. Conduct comprehensive scenario planning exercises, analyse disruptive trends and their impact on EPF, formulate and assess the potential risk, and recommend solutions.
3. Identify key internal and external drivers that are likely to influence future scenarios for the organisation and EPF members.
4. Collect quantitative and qualitative data as inputs to the scenario definition process and analyse key relationships that will have an impact on the organisation and EPF members.
5. Monitor and analyse industry trends/market changes as well as perform benchmarking exercises.
6. Develop scenarios and construct a narrative as well as craft the future direction for the organisation based on the inputs and analysis of the divisional and departmental scenario analysis.
7. Evaluate the implemented strategies to assess their effectiveness and recommend adjustments when needed.
8. Conduct due diligence on proposals or new business opportunities in relation to value-added benefits, new or enhanced offerings for EPF members and organisational business models utilising knowledge of companies, research techniques, regulatory limitations, and policy implications.
9. Analyse and evaluate business proposals in relation to value-added benefits, new or enhanced offerings for EPF members and organisational business models as well as provide recommendations to management and key decision-makers.
10. Collaborate with relevant functional units to identify new business opportunities, including new strategic partnerships, strategic ventures, and new growth areas for the organisation.
11. Prepare necessary documentation, develop dynamic presentations, and pitch ideas on strategies, new business opportunities, strategic partnerships, and potential collaborations in relation to value-added benefits, new or enhanced offerings for EPF members and organisational business models.
12. Build and maintain long-term relationships with strategic partners.
13. Work closely with internal and external stakeholders in ensuring successful implementation of new business opportunities in relation to value-added benefits, new or enhanced offerings for EPF members and organisational business models.
14. Pitch business proposals to management and key stakeholders.
15. Perform other Enterprise Strategy related tasks assigned or delegated by the Head of Enterprise Strategy.

SECONDARY ROLE

1. Collaborate with relevant units to develop a long-term strategic plan and establish strategic goals for the organisation. This involves collecting and analyzing information in areas such as business, finance, economics, social security, and retirement well-being, along with performance data and research, to create an actionable business plan.
2. Collaborate closely with other leads within the department and across the organisation as well as actively engage with key internal and external stakeholders in executing day-to-day activities which support the achievement of enterprise strategy.
3. Assist in the execution of events and programs organized by the Department to ensure their smooth operation, including managing interactions with relevant vendors and speakers.
4. Provide support to the Enterprise Scorecards and Performance unit, especially in preparing enterprise performance, analyzing key organizational performance, and preparing action plans to support the achievement of organizational objectives and enterprise strategies.
5. Assist in ad hoc requests as and when required by the Head Of Department or Head Of Section or other delegated tasks within the department.

REQUIREMENTS

1. Malaysian citizen.
2. Above 35 years old upon the closing date of application.
3. Possess a Bachelor Degree or Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Economics, Finance, Strategic Planning, Business Management or equivalent qualifications recognised by the Government from any local or overseas higher learning institutions; MBA qualification is an added advantage.
4. Minimum 12 years of solid professional experience in Strategy, Business Development, or Corporate Finance, with preferably 2 years at management level.
5. Must have previous experience in Strategy Formulation and Execution, Strategic Planning and Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Business Planning or related fields.
6. Strong leadership and excellent communication and negotiation skills in managing internal and external stakeholders.
7. Strong background in strategic thinking, analytics & demonstrated ability in problem-solving.
8. Strong financial and business acumen.
9. Team player with a can-do attitude.
10. Strong written and presentation skills.
11. Ability to multitask and perform under pressure in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
12. Passionate, resourceful and self-driven.

JOB STATUS

Permanent

JOB PLACEMENT

Business Proposal Evaluation Unit, Enterprise Strategy Section, Policy and Strategy Department.

All applications are strictly CONFIDENTIAL and only shortlisted candidates will be called in for an interview. Applications are deemed UNSUCCESSFUL if there is no feedback from the EPF 2 MONTHS after the closing date of the advertisement.