Strategy Manager

About us

The Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) is committed to strengthening society through world-class governance. We aim to be the independent and trusted voice of governance, building the capability of a community of leaders for the benefit of society. Our membership of more than 50,000 includes directors and senior leaders from business, government and the not-for-profit sectors. 

About the team

Our Strategy and Architecture team are responsible for running the strategy across the AICD (corporate and digital) and managing the business roadmap through business architecture. They apply an adaptive strategy methodology to shift the organisation to a capability-based planning model that prioritises accelerating decision making at an enterprise level across the organisation to achieve strategic objectives.

Our Purpose is to strengthen society through world-class governance.

Our Mission is to be the independent and trusted voice of governance, building the capability of a community of leaders for the benefit of society.

About the role

An opportunity exists for a Strategy Manager to join our Strategy and Architecture team. This newly created standalone and autonomous role will see you draw on your strong analytical skills to play a pivotal role in shaping the AICD’s strategic direction, identifying growth opportunities, and optimising decision-making processes. You will leverage your ‘hands-on’ expertise in strategic thinking and strategy facilitation to provide valuable insights and recommendations that drive business performance.

Your remit will be broad and will include:

• Collaborating with senior leadership to define the AICD’s strategic objectives and long-term vision.
• Conducting thorough research, market analysis, and competitive benchmarking to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Developing strategic plans that align with the AICD’s goals and support sustainable growth.
• Supporting the Strategy Working Group in the development of the strategy report, the strategic initiatives prioritisation and analysis of strategy delivery metrics.
• Supporting the Governance and Performance Team by establishing metrics and measurement frameworks to assess progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Analysing market dynamics, customer behaviour, and technological advancements to identify potential disruptors or game-changing strategies.
• Collaborating with various teams, including sales, marketing, finance, and operations to align strategic objectives and ensure seamless execution.
• Serving as a trusted advisor, providing data-driven insights and guidance to support decision-making processes.

About you

You will have strong technical aptitude and previous relevant experience, and you will champion the AICD values of: Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Collaboration. In addition, you will also have the following:

• Bachelor's degree in business, economics, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, business analysis, or related roles.
• Knowledge of strategic frameworks and methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex data-driven insights to diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Your career at the AICD 

Our Values

Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Collaboration

There are many benefits of joining the AICD, but the following are examples of what you can expect:

• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
• Access to salary sacrificing and salary continuance (income protection) insurance.
• Personal wellbeing support through AICD’s robust employee assistance program for you and your immediate family.
• A solutions focused, and collaborative organisation that celebrates a ‘One Team’ culture.
• The AICD, is committed to developing its people through a capability framework and ongoing professional development plan. We support your career through access to our education platform with a wide range of training courses and webinars, professional coaching, and external education support. 
• An opportunity to contribute to an organisation that is widely respected and considered the ‘gold standard’ of governance, policy, and leadership.
• An opportunity to attend highly sought-after events with influential speakers.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, sexuality, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people with a disability. 

For further information on what it’s like to work with us, please visit our Careers and LinkedIn Life pages:

• Our Careers page: https://www.aicd.com.au/about-aicd/work-aicd.html  
• Our LinkedIn page: www.linkedin.com/school/35753/  

How To Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing why you are the best person for the position by clicking 'Apply'.  Please note, applications close on 26 January 2024. We will be in touch with shortlisted candidates shortly after this date. If you have any queries regarding this opportunity, please contact Renee Patu, Talent Acquisition Manager: *****@aicd.com.au.