SayPro Job Description: SayPro Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) – Strategic Planning Learnership

Position: Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) – Strategic Planning Learnership
Location: SayPro Headquarters
Department: Strategic Planning and M&E
Reports To: Head of Strategic Planning and M&E
Type: Full-Time

SayPro Role Overview

The M&E Specialist – Strategic Planning Learnership at SayPro is an essential role focused on enhancing the strategic planning process through developing, implementing, and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and strategic deliverables. This role involves creating frameworks, conducting assessments, facilitating workshops, and providing strategic guidance to ensure alignment between organisational goals and operational activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in strategic planning, KPI development, and performance evaluation, with the ability to drive continuous improvement and strategic alignment across the organisation.

SayPro Key Responsibilities

SayPro Strategic Planning KPI versus Deliverables
– Develop KPI Frameworks: Create frameworks for establishing and tracking key performance indicators aligned with strategic goals.
– Define Strategic Deliverables: Identify and articulate deliverables that support strategic objectives.
– Align KPIs with Deliverables: Ensure that KPIs are directly linked to achieving strategic deliverables.
– Monitor KPI Performance: Track performance against established KPIs and assess alignment with strategic deliverables.
– Analyze KPI Data: Evaluate KPI data to determine if strategic goals are being met.
– Report on KPI and Deliverable Alignment: Prepare reports detailing the alignment between KPIs and deliverables, highlighting successes and areas for improvement.
– Adjust KPIs as Needed: Revise KPIs based on performance data and changes in strategic priorities.
– Develop KPI Dashboards: Create visual dashboards to provide real-time insights into KPI performance and deliverable progress.
– Facilitate KPI Review Meetings: Organize meetings to review KPI performance and discuss adjustments to improve alignment with strategic goals.
– Integrate KPI Feedback: Integrate stakeholder feedback to refine and improve KPI frameworks.

SayPro Strategic Planning Advisory
– Conduct Strategic Assessments: Evaluate current strategic plans and their effectiveness in achieving organisational goals.
– Provide Strategic Guidance: Offer advice on strategic planning processes, including goal setting and prioritisation.
– Develop Strategic Roadmaps: Create detailed roadmaps outlining steps and timelines for achieving strategic objectives.
– Facilitate Strategic Planning Workshops: Organize workshops to assist leadership in developing and refining strategic plans.
– Analyze Strategic Trends: Identify trends impacting strategic planning and decision-making.
– Provide Risk Management Advice: Offer guidance on identifying and mitigating risks associated with strategic plans.
– Evaluate Strategic Plan Effectiveness: Assess the effectiveness of strategic plans in achieving desired outcomes.
– Offer Change Management Support: Assist in managing changes resulting from strategic planning initiatives.
– Develop Strategic Planning Tools: Create tools and templates to support strategic planning activities.
– Monitor Strategic Plan Implementation: Track the progress of strategic plan execution and provide recommendations for improvement.

SayPro Strategic Planning and Key Documents Advisory
– Review Strategic Documents: Evaluate key strategic documents for alignment with organisational goals and objectives.
– Provide Document Development Guidance: Offer advice on developing and structuring strategic documents.
– Ensure Document Compliance: Verify that strategic documents adhere to relevant standards and regulations.
– Facilitate Document Review Sessions: Organize sessions to review and discuss critical strategic documents with stakeholders.
– Develop Document Templates: Create standardised templates for strategic documents to ensure consistency.
– Provide Feedback on Drafts: Review and provide feedback on drafts of strategic documents.
– Assist with Document Finalization: Support strategic document finalisation and approval process.
– Monitor Document Implementation: Track the implementation of strategies outlined in critical documents.
– Update Strategic Documents: Revise and update strategic documents as needed to reflect changes in organisational priorities.
– Develop Documentation Guidelines: Establish guidelines for creating and maintaining strategic documents to ensure clarity and coherence.

SayPro Strategic Planning Integration
– Align Strategies with Operational Plans: Ensure that strategic plans are integrated with operational plans and activities.
– Facilitate Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Promote department collaboration to align strategies and objectives.
– Develop Integration Frameworks: Create frameworks for integrating strategic plans with departmental and project plans.
– Monitor Integration Progress: Track the progress of integrating strategic plans across the organisation.
– Address Integration Challenges: Identify and resolve challenges related to strategic plan integration.

SayPro Performance Metrics Development
– Define Performance Metrics: Develop metrics to measure the success and impact of strategic initiatives.
– Establish Benchmarking Standards: Set benchmarks to compare performance against industry standards and best practices.
– Develop Performance Reports: Create reports summarising performance metrics and their implications for strategic planning.
– Update Metrics as Needed: Revise performance metrics based on changing strategic priorities and organisational needs.

SayPro Strategic Planning Communication
– Develop Communication Plans: Create plans for effectively communicating strategic goals and objectives to stakeholders.
– Draft Strategic Communication Materials: Prepare materials, such as presentations and reports, to support strategic communication.
– Organize Communication Workshops: Facilitate workshops to enhance communication skills related to strategic planning.
– Monitor Communication Effectiveness: Assess the effectiveness of communication strategies in conveying strategic information.

SayPro Strategic Planning Training
– Design Training Programs: Develop training programs focused on strategic planning skills and methodologies.
– Conduct Training Sessions: Deliver training sessions to enhance staff understanding of strategic planning processes.
– Evaluate Training Impact: Assess the impact of training on strategic planning skills and performance.

SayPro Scenario Planning
– Develop Scenario Models: Create models to explore future scenarios and their implications for strategic planning.
– Conduct Scenario Workshops: Facilitate workshops to analyse and discuss various scenarios.
– Incorporate Scenario Insights: Integrate insights from scenario planning into strategic decision-making.

SayPro Strategic Planning Reviews
– Conduct Regular Reviews: Perform periodic reviews of strategic plans to ensure ongoing relevance and effectiveness.
– Prepare Review Reports: Compile reports summarising review findings and recommendations.
– Implement Review Recommendations: Track and oversee the implementation of recommendations from strategic reviews.

SayPro Strategic Planning Risk Assessment
– Identify Strategic Risks: Assess risks associated with strategic plans and initiatives.
– Develop Risk Mitigation Strategies: Create strategies to address identified risks and challenges.
– Monitor Risk Management: Track the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies and adjust as needed.

SayPro Strategic Alignment
– Align Strategic Goals with Mission: Ensure that strategic goals align with the organisation’s mission and vision.
– Facilitate Goal Setting: Assist in setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals.
– Monitor Alignment Progress: Track progress in aligning strategic goals with organisational mission and objectives.

SayPro Strategic Resource Allocation
– Develop Resource Allocation Plans: Create plans for allocating resources effectively to support strategic initiatives.
– Monitor Resource Utilization: Track the use of resources related to strategic priorities.
– Adjust Resource Allocation: Adjust resource allocation based on strategic needs and performance data.

SayPro Strategic Performance Reviews
– Conduct Performance Reviews: Perform reviews to assess the performance of strategic initiatives and projects.
– Prepare Performance Reports: Develop reports summarising performance outcomes and areas for improvement.
– Provide Performance Feedback: Offer feedback and recommendations to enhance strategic performance.

SayPro Strategic Plan Documentation
– Prepare Strategic Documents: Develop comprehensive documents outlining strategic goals, objectives, and action plans.
– Ensure Document Accuracy: Verify the accuracy and completeness of strategic documents.
– Update Strategic Documentation: Revise and update strategic documents to reflect priority changes.

SayPro Strategic Planning Stakeholder Engagement
– Identify Key Stakeholders: Determine critical stakeholders involved in or affected by strategic planning.
– Develop Engagement Strategies: Create strategies for engaging stakeholders in strategic planning.
– Facilitate Stakeholder Meetings: Organize meetings to gather input and feedback from stakeholders.

SayPro Strategic Planning Performance Reviews
– Review Strategic Performance: Assess the performance of strategic initiatives and their impact on organisational goals.
– Prepare Review Findings: Document performance review findings and provide improvement recommendations.
– Implement Review Actions: Track the implementation of actions based on performance review findings.

SayPro Strategic Plan Evaluation
– Conduct Evaluations: Evaluate the effectiveness and impact of strategic plans and initiatives.
– Prepare Evaluation Reports: Develop reports summarising evaluation findings and recommendations.
– Integrate Evaluation Insights: Use evaluation insights to refine and improve strategic planning processes.

SayPro Strategic Planning Framework Development
– Develop Planning Frameworks: Create frameworks to guide the strategic planning process.
– Document Planning Procedures: Outline procedures and methodologies for strategic planning.
– Review and Update Frameworks: Regularly review and update strategic planning frameworks to ensure relevance and effectiveness.

SayPro Strategic Planning Benchmarking
– Conduct Benchmarking Studies: Analyze and compare organisational performance against industry benchmarks.
– Identify Best Practices: Identify best practices and strategies from benchmarking studies.
– Incorporate Best Practices: Integrate best practices into strategic planning processes.

SayPro Strategic Planning Continuous Improvement
– Develop Improvement Plans: Create plans to improve strategic planning processes and practices continuously.
– Monitor Improvement Initiatives: Track the implementation and impact of continuous improvement initiatives.
– Gather Feedback: Collect feedback from stakeholders on strategic planning practices and improvements.

SayPro Qualifications

– Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Strategic Management, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
– Proven experience in strategic planning, KPI development, and performance evaluation.
– Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and trends.
– Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
– Experience in developing and implementing strategic frameworks and plans.
– Proficiency in using strategic planning and performance management software.
– Ability to work collaboratively with various departments and stakeholders.
– Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.

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