Reporting to:

Learning & Strategy Manager

No. Subordinates:

NA.

Position Reporting Line:

| Learning & Strategy Director |

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| Strategy Manager |

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Main Job Purpose:

Support the formulation and review of SFSD’s strategic objectives and key results in alignment with the foundation vision with the aim of maximizing the foundation’s impact across all sectors. This includes ensuring that SFSD programs are strategically aligned with the defined objectives.

Position Summary:

This position is situated within the Learning and Strategy Team (L&S), which is dedicated to maximizing the impact of Sawiris Foundation for Social Development. The team’s overarching goal is achieved through four intermediate outcomes, each essential to success: rigorous program evaluation, strong monitoring system, evidence based strategy, and organizational learning. Aligned with these outcomes, the team is structured into distinct sub-teams, representing the pillars such as Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Strategy.

The Principal Strategy officer, integral to the Learning and Strategy Team, collaborates closely with leadership to define strategic priorities that align with the Foundation’s vision. Demonstrating a dedication to evidence-based decision making, this role conducts external research and data analysis to inform strategic approaches effectively.

Overall Accountabilities:

Team vision and OKRs:

Collaborate with the L&S Manager and Director to define strategic priorities aligned with the Foundations’ mission and vision.
Support the refinement of the unit’s vision, OKRs and implementation strategies in collaboration with the L&S Manager.
Assist in developing the strategy unit’s annual budget, travel plans and contribute to the overall L&S team budget.
Support alignment and coordination of the Learning and Strategy team’s OKRs within the different sub-units (Learning, Monitoring and Evaluation).

Strategy Development, Implementationand Review:

Ensure alignment of SFSD’s strategy, objectives and key results across all levels within the Foundation.
Ensure that SFSD maintains a clear strategic framework that guides its focus and priorities, while allowing for adaptive course correction through periodic strategy reviews and After Action Reviews (AARs).
Serve as a gatekeeper for the Foundation’s strategy by reviewing new projects, granting approval or rejecting them based on their alignment with the foundation’s strategic objectives and geographical focus, while providing clear communication and justification to internal teams.
Collaboratively formulate Foundation-wide strategic plans, goals, and objectives aligned with the foundation’s mission and vision.
Lead the strategy development for the Foundation’s cross-cutting themes—gender, climate change, disability and inclusion, and disaster preparedness—in close collaboration with consultants. This includes overseeing timelines, reviewing the quality of deliverables, and acting as a liaison between consultants and the committee. Stay updated on international foundations strategies and approaches, driving innovation and continuous improvement.
Conduct external research on trends to inform strategy reviews and ensure alignment of the strategy to the Sustainable Development Goals and Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI).
Assist SFSD’s strategy outreach in collaboration with SFSD’s Partnerships team to advocate for SFSD’s strategic priorities with governmental and non-governmental institutions.
Participate in establishing internal processes to encourage evidence-based decision-making and alignment to SFSD’s strategy.
Analyze data and performance indicators quarterly with monitoring team to assess the effectiveness of strategic initiatives and contribute to organizational learnings.
Conduct quarterly meetings with sectoral teams and program director to highlight strengths, gaps, and lessons learnt.
Facilitate the implementation of the project cycle by assisting sectors in drafting Terms of Reference (TORs) for new projects that address identified gaps and align with the foundation’s strategic direction.
Perform other duties as required by Strategy Manger & L&S Director .

Collaborate with other sectors:

Ensure effective and reliable communication with other sectors and collaborate to align efforts and execute strategic initiatives.
Lead cross-cutting committees on topics such as gender and/ or disability and ensure programmatic teams are aligned and up to date on Learning and strategy team’s efforts
Work with counterparts to ensure partners reports are aligned with SFSD data quality standards.
Oversee projects budgets with the financial audit sector through regular assessment and apply any corrective actions if needed.
Facilitate cross-functional teamwork and synergy, providing internal insights and recommendations.
Contribute to the review and update of policies, procedures, team structures, and job descriptions.
Review and provide input for social media and website content material to the PR reflecting the sector progress, success stories and achievements.
Fulfill other needs as directed by the L&S director.

Networking and communication:

Establish and maintain sustainable and effective relationships with partners; NGOs, government and public bodies, private sector entities, and other stakeholders.
Support facilitating networking opportunities with other strategic units to exchange knowledge and experiences.
Ensure active collaboration with the evidence-based community in the field.
Represent the sector in formal conferences and meetings with partners, in coordination with Sector Director.

Position Relationship:

(Internal Relationships):

Programmatic Sectors
Partnerships
Financial Audit
HR & Admin
PR & Communication

(External Relationships):

Managing consultancies working to integrate gender &
disability consideration.
Policy Makers (Local & International).
NGOs.
Service Providers.
Researchers.
Governmental institutions.
local, regional, and international partners.
Grant makers and philanthropies.
Effective altruism community.

Work Environment:

Hybrid Environment

In Office: 60%

Out of Office: 40 %

Working Days: 5

Days off: Friday & Saturday

Working Hours: 9 am to 5 pm

Work Hazard: Normal

Position Dimensions:

Level of Authority Minor, based on list of choices, these decisions are based on standard rules and procedures

Financial Control Program budget: responsible on budget of a cost center

Annual Amount NA

Hiring Authority & Promotion Does not Coach New Employees, No Supervision at all, Not Involved in the Employees Performance Appraisal, Does not interfere in the hiring process

Required Education:

Bachelor Degree of Business Administration, Policy, Public Administration, economics, statistics, or any relevant degree.
Preferably an MA in Public policy, Public administration, Economics, or any other related field.

Required Experience:

6-8 years of experience in working with NGOs and development.
3 years of extensive experience in strategic planning, management consulting, community strategy, Monitoring and Evaluation or related roles.
Experience in any of the areas of gender, disability and inclusion, or disaster preparedness and response is a plus.

Required Languages:

Arabic: Native

English: Excellent

Computer Skills

Advanced computer literacy with excellent command of MS office.
Knowledge of data collection tools and Management information system.

Functional Key Competencies:

Attention to details
Time management
Working independently
Problem solving & decision making
Analytical skills
Coaching skills

Core Competencies:

Planning and organizing
Networking and communication
Data Fluency
Proficiency in extracting both monitoring and evaluation
data to derive insights and
shape strategic decisions.
Adhering to principles and values
Working with others
Accountability

Sawiris Foundation's Core Values

Respect: Dealing with each individual considering all his/her needs, rights, differences, and opinions; we Value time, effort, place, and resources.

Equality: We grant each person the right to express, participate, and own all his/her rights, privileges, and equal opportunities.

Trustworthiness: Fulfillment of rights, duties, and responsibilities effectively with sincerity, integrity, and dedication to work.

Cooperation: Work within the spirit of support, and show flexibility with all people and entities we deal with.

Team Work: Organized collaboration between an integrated group of people with specific and interrelated roles to reach a common goal.

How to Apply

The deadline for applying is July 21st, 2025.

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