Strategy support specialist

OVERVIEWOld Mutual Malawi Ltd is seeking to recruit a highly analytical, proactive, and results-oriented Strategy Support Specialist.Old Mutual believes in the African opportunity and values the contribution of its diverse talent. The successful candidate will be based in Blantyre and support the development, execution, and monitoring of strategic initiatives that drive business performance and long-term growth.Reporting to the Strategy, Data and Digital Executive, the role involves providing strategic analysis, business intelligence, research, and performance insights to support decision-making across the business.JOB TYPE: Full TimeApplication Deadline: Friday, 30th October, 2026, at 11:59 PMPOSITION: STRATEGY SUPPORT SPECIALISTDUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIESThe successful candidate will be responsible for:Supporting the development and implementation of strategic policies, frameworks, and procedures.Conducting horizon scanning and market intelligence activities to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and risks.Monitoring and analysing business performance metrics to ensure alignment with strategic and financial objectives.Providing strategic advice and insights on business challenges and opportunities.Supporting strategic planning processes and the execution of business priorities.Preparing and coordinating analytical reports, dashboards, and management insights.Conducting strategic analysis using financial, operational, customer, and market data to support decision-making.Undertaking economic and market research to inform strategic initiatives.Collecting, analysing, and interpreting data to identify key business trends and opportunities.Supporting the preparation of business cases, feasibility assessments, and strategic projects.