Location: Kampala, Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Date Posted: March 18, 2025
Currency: UGX
About Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC)
Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) Ltd, established under the Petroleum (Exploration, Development, and Production) Act and Petroleum (Refining, Conversion, Transmission, and Midstream Storage) Act of 2013, is fully owned by the Government of Uganda. UNOC plays a pivotal role in managing the country’s commercial interests in the oil and gas industry, ensuring sustainable development and exploitation of its oil and gas resources.
Job Summary
UNOC is seeking a Manager Corporate Strategy to support the Head of Corporate Strategy and Innovation in formulating, managing, and executing the corporate and subsidiary strategies for the company. The role involves overseeing strategy development, conducting industry analysis, and ensuring alignment with the organization’s long-term goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the formulation, execution, and oversight of UNOC’s corporate strategy, business and subsidiary strategies.
- Support the Head of Corporate Strategy and Innovation in aligning the UNOC strategic plan with the organization’s long-term focus.
- Oversee the management of Corporate and Subsidiary Business Scorecards, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
- Conduct industry analysis and scenario planning to provide management with strategic options and insights.
- Research competitor activities, market opportunities, and growth threats to guide strategic decision-making.
- Lead and facilitate strategy development and review workshops.
- Oversee the monitoring and reporting of key performance metrics for UNOC and its subsidiaries.
- Ensure that the corporate strategy is cascaded and aligned across all business units and subsidiaries.
- Coordinate the preparation of periodic progress reports on departmental strategic plans and initiatives.
- Conduct ongoing research on industry trends and emerging internal/external factors influencing UNOC’s strategy.
- Undertake other tasks and duties as assigned by the Head of Corporate Strategy and Innovation.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in Economics, Statistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related fields.
- Master’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, or other related business disciplines.
- Professional Certification in Strategy Management (e.g., Balance Scorecard, SMP, SMPS, SPP) is an added advantage.
- Certification in Project Management or Specialized training in Project Planning & Management or M&E is beneficial.
- Strong experience using statistical modeling and data analytics tools.
- At least 8 years of experience, with 4+ years in Strategy Development and Management in a reputable organization.
- Proven track record in implementing strategy frameworks in dynamic corporate settings.
Skills Required
- Self-directed and proactive with a delivery-oriented mindset.
- Strong analytical skills, problem-solving ability, and creative thinking.
- Expertise in strategy development and corporate performance reporting.
- Proficiency in data visualization and performance management tools.
- Strategic thinking and a dynamic, autonomous approach to tasks.
- Leadership and management skills, including training and facilitation abilities.
- Excellent research, analytical, and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in statistical tools and Microsoft Office.
How to Apply
Note: Only applications submitted via the specified link will be considered. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
UNOC is an equal opportunity employer.