AboutLeo Lingham Expertise management consulting process, management consulting career,
management development, human resource planning and development,
strategic planning in human resources, marketing, careers in
management, product management etc
Experience 18 years working managerial experience covering business planning, strategic planning, corporate planning, management service, organization development, marketing, sales management etc
PLUS
24 years in management consulting which includes business planning, strategic planning, marketing , product management,
human resource management, management training, business coaching,
counseling etc
REGARDS
LEO LINGHAM
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Principal Corporate Planning Executive
Position reports to;
Chief Executive
Primary objective Develop, direct and control the corporate planning and development activities of the organisation. Prepare and monitor business plans ‑and advise the Chief Executive and/or Board as appropriate.
Specific accountabilities
Develop short, medium and long range corporate strategies and business plans for the achievement of overall business objectives.
Direct the organisation's forecasting and business analysis activities.
Assist management in the preparation of business plans, reports, budgets and forecasts.
Assist the Chief Executive and senior management in defining and implementing corporate strategy.
Provide advice to management in developing business planning and forecasting techniques.
Ensure management are informed of political and economic factors which may influence business plans.
Direct internal business research and review present programmes and planning projects with the Chief Executive and other relevant executives.
Review proposals for major capital expenditures to ensure their conformity with corporate plans and justification on economic grounds.
Evaluate existing and proposed major investments and provide the Chief Executive and/or Board with detaiIed statistical and financial data to thoroughly assess such projects.
Investigate and assess business opportunities appropriate to the organisation, including licences, patents, joint ventures and possible mergers.
Review the operating results of all divisions, activities and investments in light of budget objectives and corporate plans.
Maintain necessary contact with key customers, industry associations or government representatives.
Select and train subordinate staff. Consult with subordinate staff and review recommendations and reports.
Ensure activities related to the function comply with relevant Acts, legal demands and ethical standards.
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KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of the Planning aspects of the Strategic Management System , its practices, processes and schedules.
Knowledge of the General Budget Formulation Principles and Practices
Knowledge of budget formulation techniques and budget formulation requirements, including understanding of key budget terms, i.e., appropriation, authority, , authorized, obligated, costed, outlayed, etc.
Knowledge of the CO. staffing and CO.staff Allocation Process including the staffing formulation, presentation and review process and the staffing execution process. Knowledge of staffing terms.
Knowledge and understanding of the funding aspects of the CO. budget execution process (Appropriation , Apportionments, Approved Funding Program, Contracts (obligations), Costs, Outlays)
Knowledge of project management practices and techniques.
Knowledge of federal labor laws/ labor relations.
Knowledge of and ability to use Grants Agreements and similar types of agreements effectively.
Knowledge of, and ability to apply contractor management and project oversight techniques
Knowledge of the various types of plans, their purposes, contents and uses, including strategic plans, multi-year program plans, annual performance plans, crosscut plans, project plans, acquisition plans, and spend plans.
Knowledge of General Program Analysis and Evaluation Principles and Practices
Knowledge of, and ability to use, traditional oversight methods to compare actual versus planned performance (organization, program, project, individual, contractor, etc.)
Knowledge of financial management and control.
Knowledge of the tracking and reporting requirements of the Strategic Management System
Knowledge of General Project Management Principles and Practices
Knowledge of National GOVERNMENT / ENVIRONMENTAL Policy Awareness
Knowledge and use of support service contracts--technical support, management support, and maintenance and operations services--when they are appropriate and how to use them.
Knowledge of inherently governmental functions in the areas of supervisory functions, policy development, government representation, budget and financial management, procurement and program management--dos and dont's.
Knowledge of roles, responsibilities and relationships of program managers, project managers, contracting officers, and contracting officer's representatives with respect to acquisition and financial assistance.
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ABILITY
Ability to use the Corporate Planning System and Data Center for storing and retrieving planning information.
Ability to influence budgets through clear and convincing justifications and effective oral and written defenses when they are challenged. Also, ability to link budget requests to priorities, organizational plans and program plans.
Ability to interpret and understand the budget as appropriated and comply with programming guidance.
Ability to assign work and fund the PLANNING and field activities.
Ability to develop and implement strategies for technology transfer and deployment.
Ability to use the Corporate Planning System and Data Center for storing, retrieving and using budget execution information related to procurement and financial assistance, work assignments, funding allotments, obligations, etc.
Ability to establish performance-based objectives, measures and expectations for programs to facilitate evaluation of program success.
Ability to identify and take appropriate corrective actions to bring program performance into alignment with plans.
Ability to evaluate contractor and laboratory performance by establishing performance-based requirements (objectives, measures and expectations) and an evaluation plan with evaluation criteria.
Ability to Develop the project plan including the work breakdown structure, master schedule, network or Gantt chart and resource assignments.
Ability to translate long-term (strategic) organizational goals and objectives into program goals.
Ability to Execute the project by providing technical direction, coordinating the activities of all line and staff elements and correcting technical, cost and schedule deviances in a timely and effective manner.
Ability to Track project execution against cost, schedule and technical performance requirements. Regularly assessing and reporting project status.
Ability to use the Corporate Planning System for storing and retrieving budget information.
Ability to Establish the project by defining its scope (technical performance, cost and schedule), assigning responsibilities and defining how it will be organized, staffed and managed.
Ability to create a comprehensive multi-year program plan defining the objectives and milestones of a program covering five years or more.
Ability to effectively plan annual operations (e.g., program execution plan, annual operating plan) covering the activities and associated funding for a program for a specific fiscal year.
Ability to clearly define performance-based objectives, measures and expectations as the core elements of a plan.
Ability to facilitate a team planning process.
Ability to conduct facilities and capital asset planning.
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Professional / Managerial / Technical
Competencies
Professional Competencies
*resources management
Select the resources which meet specific organizational goals.
*Organizational service
Understand the organizational structure & business
Provide services to meet the business requirements
*Understanding of organizational needs
Interact with the project/departmental heads to know their current & potential needs.
*Information Services
Control over supply of information by selecting what is relevant & usable .
Review / suggest enhancements for uniformity and standardization in the format, data collection and distribution channels.
Ensure uninterrupted access and circulation of informations.
*Strategic Direction
*Overseeing infrastructure development, housekeeping activities, sharing of resources and expertise within and across branches.
Design a policy for development based on organizational plans & projects.
Design strategies for resource utilization.
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Managerial Competencies
*Communication
Communicate the value of information services and policies
Present ideas clearly & concisely, either verbally or in writing
Actively listen, consider and then respond.
*Flexible & Positive
Willingly assume different responsibilities at different points in time that respond to
changing needs.
Maintain a positive attitude & help others to do the same.
*Collaborate
Create partnership and alliances within (like IT, Human Resource, Learning & Development, etc) of the organization.
Use your network to learn.
*Team Work
Working together cooperatively towards a common goal
Good understanding of team work and team building are critical for your business success.
*Leadership
Build & lead an effective information services team
Support & guide professional development of people working within the team
Set high performance standards to the team.
Effectively manage and develop a diverse, multifunctional workforce.
*Marketing
Effective marketing of strategic management services internally.
Implement and supervise internal marketing initiatives useing intranets / knowledge management portals.
*Coaching
Coaching is one part of a high-quality professional development plan.
Coaching helps to bring the best of solutions in oneself by using his knowledge and skills.
*Analytical Ability
Recognize pattern, draw logical conclusions, and make recommendations for action.
Use a well-ordered approach to solve problems and sound judgment in making decisions despite obstacles.
Develop actionable recommendations based on an understanding of various options.
Gather, utilize, and interpret relevant information when making a decision.
*Result Orientation
Encourage people to be result-oriented.
Let them know the bigger picture so that they know what they are fighting for.
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Technical Competencies
* Organizing & Planning
Plan, prioritize & focus on what is critical.
Define strategic goals for self & the team to ensure long-term plans drives daily decisions & operations
*Innovation & Creativity
Think creatively & innovatively to offer the best of services to the MARKET.
Look at the existing operations, processes & services and try to improve them to meet the dynamic changes of the MARKET requirements.
Always search for new ideas from all the fields of study.
*CHANGE MANAGEMENT
-Manage changes in the organisation
-Policy, social, political and economic trends are identified and assessed for potential impact on the
organization.
-Management and work practices are assessed and revised relative to social, political and economic
trends and impacts.
-Indicators for change within the organisation are defined and monitored.
-Opportunities for positive change are identified and promoted and appropriate work is undertaken to
maximise support from staff, clients and stakeholders.
*Financial Management
Budget forecasting and provisioning for new initiatives/events/goals.
Ensure savings, optimization and financial disciplines.
Analysis & reporting of expenditure pattern/trend and provide inputs to management.
*Copyright & IPR management
Know the copyright & IPR issues
Violating the copyright & IPR issues.
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