Manager, Strategic Initiatives 100% (m/w/d)

About the job

Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Partner with the Head of Brand & Digital Experience and CoE leadership to translate strategic priorities into clear, actionable workplans and measurable outcomes.
• Drive planning and coordination of cross- chapter initiatives, ensuring clarity of scope, accountability, and delivery timelines.
• Manage and continuously improve team processes such as OKRs, prioritisation frameworks, and demand management workflows to maintain focus and efficiency.
• Support financial and resource planning, including budget tracking, purchase orders, and vendor coordination, ensuring resources are allocated strategically and transparently.
• Support the management and continuous improvement of Roche’s digital technology landscape in collaboration with IT and Informatics partners — ensuring tools are fit - for- purpose, compliant, and future- ready.
• Lead or contribute to special strategic projects such as AI enablement, DEX evolution, or digital transformation pilots.
• Maintain and evolve internal digital community ecosystem (gSites, knowledge hubs, communication channels), ensuring colleagues can easily access guidance, updates, and onboarding materials.
• Coordinate internal communications for the Brand & Digital Experience CoE, including newsletters, leadership updates, and meeting agendas.
• Partner with external vendors and agency partners to ensure seamless collaboration, governance, and alignment with digital standards.
• Help track and report on CoE progress and outcomes, ensuring data- driven visibility of impact and continuous improvement.

Must Haves:
• 5+ years of experience in programme management, digital communications, or strategic enablement roles, ideally within a global organisation. 
• Proven ability to manage multiple cross- functional projects with competing priorities. 
• Excellent coordination and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to drive alignment across diverse teams. 
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); other languages are an advantage. 

Nice to Have:
• Strong understanding of digital ecosystems, tools, and governance models.
• Experience in process design, workflow management, or team enablement systems (OKRs, demand management, resource planning).
• Strong financial acumen and familiarity with procurement or budget processes.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into insights and recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, collaborative, and solutions- oriented mindset.

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