Strategy and Data Analyst

The Strategy & Data Analyst plays a key role in supporting the development, monitoring, and updating of MCQ’s mid- and long-term strategic direction. This position focuses on ensuring that MCQs strategic initiatives are aligned with its goals, and helps drive informed decision-making through robust market research and data analysis. By providing valuable insights into media trends, competitor activity, and licensee requirements, the Strategy & Data Analyst supports the development of annual business plans and contributes to the broader strategic development and planning processes, and strategic decision making. This role reports to the Manager – Strategy & Business Planning. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Strategy Revision & Monitoring Collaborate with leadership to help define, refine, and update MCQ’s mid- and long-term strategy and key initiatives Ensure that MCQs strategic initiatives are consistently aligned with organizational mission, strategy and objectives, working closely with relevant teams to adapt plans as necessary Communicate MCQs strategic direction, goals, and progress to both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment across all levels of the organization Data Analytics & Market Research Collect, analyze, and interpret complex data to provide actionable insights. Utilize statistical tools and techniques to identify trends and patterns in data. Perform in-depth research to monitor media trends, competitor strategies (regionally and internationally), and sector-enabling programs relevant to media sector development Analyze activities of other media regulators, sector-specific programs, and current and potential future licensees' requirements to identify opportunities, risks, and areas for growth Prepare detailed market analysis and reports to support the development of the annual business plan, identifying trends, opportunities, and challenges that may affect strategic decisions Generate data-driven insights and make strategic recommendations to guide business decisions, ensuring that the MCQ’s is well-positioned to meet its objectives and adapt to market changes Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner. Continuous Improvement Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainability of systems and processes, considering global standards, productivity improvement and cost reduction. Reporting Assist in the preparation of timely and accurate statements and reports to meet department requirements, policies and quality standards. Minimum Qualifications: Education : Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or a similar discipline from a reputable university. A Master’s degree or MBA is a plus. Minimum Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in business strategy, market research, or data analytics within a corporate or regulatory environment. Proven experience in analyzing market trends, conducting competitor analysis, supporting strategy planning processes. Experience in preparing strategic reports and presenting data-driven insights to senior leadership. Required Competencies Functional Competencies Strong understanding of strategy development, including the ability to revise and suggest adjustments to long-term strategies based on market data and business priorities Proficiency in conducting in-depth market research, competitor analysis, and identifying emerging trends that impact business strategies Ability to analyze complex data sets, draw meaningful conclusions, and provide actionable insights that support business decisions Business Intelligence Tools: Proficiency with market research tools, business intelligence software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Excel), and data analysis techniques Strong ability to communicate complex data and strategies clearly and effectively to various internal and external stakeholders Behavioural Competencies Ability to think long-term and align day-to-day activities with broader strategic goals Ability to anticipate future trends and challenges Strong analytical thinking with attention to detail and accuracy in interpreting market data and generating actionable insights Ability to work across teams and departments Comfortable presenting complex data in a clear, understandable way to senior leaders, stakeholders, and external parties#J-18808-Ljbffr