Chief Strategy and Public Relations Officer

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Strategy and Public Relations Officer to lead the organisation’s Strategy, Business Intelligence, Monitoring & Evaluation, and Communications functions. This executive role supports the Board, CEO, and EXCO by driving strategic planning, organisational insights, brand reputation, and stakeholder engagement.

• Lead the formulation and execution of the organisation’s Strategy.
• Set strategic priorities and translate them into annual performance plans.
• Integrate research, policy, technology, and business intelligence into strategic direction.
• Ensure organisation-wide understanding and implementation of strategic goals.
• Support due diligence and strategic business projects.
• Identify innovative growth opportunities in service delivery.

• Develop strategies to diversify revenue streams through grants, donors, and partnerships.
• Manage departmental budgets and ensure cost control.

• Lead PR strategies to elevate the organisation’s profile.
• Manage media relations and secure positive coverage.
• Oversee branding, external communications, and stakeholder messaging.
• Represent the organisation at industry events and public platforms.
• Develop crisis communication strategies.
• Monitor media sentiment and proactively manage reputational risks.

• Use data analytics to drive strategic insights and process improvements.
• Conduct or commission market research to identify trends and opportunities.
• Develop business cases, models, and scenario forecasts.
• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams across Strategy, BI, and Communications.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

• Develop KPIs to track strategic progress.
• Analyse performance data and provide executive-level recommendations.
• Ensure regulatory and ethical compliance in reporting.

• Build strong relationships with board members, donors, government, partners, and communities.
• Manage cross-functional projects, define scope, and oversee deliverables.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients, partners, media, and internal teams.

• Corporate Communication & Media Relations
• Reputation Management
• Policy Development & Positioning
• Integrated Marketing Communication
• Strategic Reporting & Monitoring
• Visionary, innovative, and forward-thinking
• Politically astute with strong emotional intelligence
• Credible, influential, and adaptable communication