VP, Strategy

📋 Description

• • As the VP, Strategy at Bjakcareer, you will be instrumental in translating the CEO's visionary ambitions into tangible, operational realities. This pivotal role demands a strategic thinker with a proven track record in driving execution, optimizing operations, and fostering accountability across a dynamic organization. You will serve as the crucial link between high-level strategy and day-to-day operational excellence, ensuring that every initiative aligns with and propels the company towards its overarching goals.
• • Your primary responsibility will be to architect and oversee the strategic planning and execution framework. This involves collaborating closely with the CEO to meticulously define, track, and refine strategic objectives, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and critical company-wide initiatives. You will be adept at dissecting broad strategic visions and transforming them into clear, actionable operational roadmaps that guide teams effectively.
• • A significant aspect of your role will be identifying and rectifying process inefficiencies. You will conduct thorough analyses to pinpoint bottlenecks, streamline workflows, and implement scalable systems that enhance productivity and reduce friction. This proactive approach to operational improvement is key to supporting Bjakcareer's rapid growth and its mission to build superior application platforms.
• • You will also play a critical role in ensuring seamless alignment and timely delivery of projects and objectives across all departments. This requires fostering strong cross-functional collaboration and clear communication channels, ensuring that interdependencies are managed effectively and that teams are working in concert towards shared goals.
• • In terms of operational management, you will oversee daily operations to guarantee optimal productivity, adherence to compliance standards, and overall efficiency. This includes managing critical timelines, overseeing reporting structures, and ensuring the smooth issuance of invoices and collections, thereby contributing to the company's financial health and operational stability.
• • A core function will be the establishment and enforcement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). You will develop robust SOPs that define best practices, ensure consistency in execution, and provide a framework for performance monitoring. This will drive execution discipline and maintain a high standard of quality across all teams.
• • Financial and resource management will also fall under your purview. You will oversee aspects of billing, collections, and the management of operational costs, working closely with the Finance department to ensure fiscal responsibility. Accurate documentation of financial activities and collaborative budget management will be essential for optimizing spending and resource allocation.
• • You will be a key enabler for the executive team, particularly the CEO. This involves preparing comprehensive data, insightful analysis, and well-reasoned recommendations to support critical decision-making processes. You will also assist in prioritizing and managing the CEO's operational agenda and communications, ensuring their time is focused on the most impactful activities.
• • Furthermore, you will be responsible for drafting professional and persuasive materials for various stakeholders, including internal teams, external partners, and board members, ensuring clear and consistent messaging.
• • Cross-functional leadership is paramount. You will lead and structure key leadership meetings, off-sites, and project review sessions, fostering an environment of open discussion and collaborative problem-solving. You will work hand-in-hand with department heads to proactively resolve issues, remove obstacles, and maintain momentum on strategic initiatives.
• • Strengthening collaboration between critical departments such as Finance, HR, Marketing, Operations, and Medical Affairs will be a continuous focus, ensuring that these functions operate synergistically to support the company's objectives.
• • In reporting and analysis, you will be responsible for tracking and reporting on key operational performance metrics. You will identify emerging trends, potential issues, and opportunities for improvement, using data to drive strategic adjustments. Conducting client and stakeholder feedback sessions will be vital for continuously enhancing service quality and customer satisfaction.
• • Project ownership is a significant component of this role. You will lead strategic, cross-functional projects from their inception through to successful completion. This includes building and implementing robust operational systems designed to support scalable growth and ensuring that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and achieve measurable, positive outcomes for the business.
• • At Bjakcareer, we value individuals who take ownership, move with speed, and are adaptable to change. You should possess excellent communication skills, remain calm under pressure, and exhibit a founder's mindset – being proactive, hands-on, and relentlessly focused on results. We are looking for someone who is driven by impact and committed to getting things done right, rather than simply watching the clock.