Head, Portfolio Value Creation

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This senior role is responsible for driving value creation and strategic growth across portfolio companies. Reporting to the CIO, the Head partners with leadership teams to improve operational performance and maximize shareholder value. Full-time position requiring 12-15 years experience and located in Lagos, Nigeria.

• Drives value creation and strategic growth across portfolio companies.
• Reports directly to the Chief Investment Officer (CIO).
• Requires 12-15 years of relevant experience.
• Full-time position in Lagos.

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Head, Portfolio Value Creation at One StepAhead Consulting July, 2026 | MyJobMag Login Signup Employers Nigeria Ghana Kenya Nigeria South Africa UK Jobs Career Advice Post Job Search for Jobs Abia Abuja Adamawa Akwa Ibom Anambra Bauchi Bayelsa Benue Borno Cross River Delta Ebonyi Edo Ekiti Enugu Gombe Imo Jigawa Kaduna Kano Katsina Kebbi Kogi Kwara Lagos Nasarawa Niger Ogun Ondo Osun Other Oyo Plateau Rivers Sokoto Taraba Yobe Zamfara Administration / Facilities Agriculture / Agro-Allied Art / Crafts / Languages Aviation / Aerospace Banking Bursary and Scholarships Caregiver / Nanny / Social Workers Catering / Confectionery Construction and Site Engineering Consultancy Content, Editorial and Journalism Customer Care, Success and Service Data, Business Analysis and AI Driving Education / Teaching / Training Engineering / Technical Environment Health and Safety Finance / Accounting / Audit Food, Beverage and Hospitality General Graduate Jobs Human Resources / HR ICT / Computer Insurance Internships Janitorial Services Legal and Regulatory Logistics Manufacturing Marketing and Communication Media Production and Entertainment Medical / Healthcare NGO/Non-Profit Oil and Gas, Energy and Mining Pharmaceutical Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain Product Management Project and Program Management Real Estate Research and Development RFP / RFQ / EOI Risk Management and Compliance Sales and Business Development Science Security / Intelligence Shipping and Maritime Sports, Fitness and Personal Care Strategic and Top Management Travels and Tours UX, Design and Architecture Volunteer BA/BSc/HND First School Leaving Certificate MBA/MSc/MA NCE OND Others PhD/Fellowship Professional Certificate Secondary School (SSCE) Vocational Close Detailed Search X Send this job to a friend Type the email of your friend Enter your email Type Your Email Message I think you may be interested in this position - Head, Portfolio Value Creation at One StepAhead Consulting. 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We have identified the need to support organizations to ensure optimum service delivery which includes meeting legal requirements… Read more about this company Head, Portfolio Value Creation Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA Experience 12 - 15 years Location Lagos Job Field Project and Program Management Summary The Head, Portfolio Value Creation is responsible for driving value creation, strategic growth, and execution oversight across HGL’s portfolio companies and strategic investment platforms. Reporting directly to the CIO, the role serves as HGL’s day-to-day portfolio engagement lead, partnering with portfolio company leadership teams to accelerate growth, improve operational performance, strengthen accountability, and maximise long-term shareholder value creation. The Head, Portfolio Value Creation will lead strategic planning oversight transformation execution, performance management and business improvement initiatives across the portfolio while also supporting also supporting the evaluation, execution and integration of new investment and strategic business platforms. This role requires a commercially astute, execution-oriented leader with the credibility to engage senior business leaders, challenge assumptions, drive accountability, and deliver measurable outcomes across diverse businesses. Principal Duties & Responsibilities Portfolio Value Creation & Strategic Execution Drive value creation initiatives across HGL’s portfolio companies, with clear accountability for execution and measurable performance improvement. Work with portfolio company leadership teams to support growth, operational improvement, and long-term value optimization. Coordinate and track strategic initiatives, transformation programs, and key business priorities across portfolio companies. Support execution oversight of strategic and operational improvement initiatives to ensure timely delivery and alignment with shareholder objectives. Monitor implementation of agreed management action plans and follow through on key deliverables and outcomes. Portfolio Engagement & Relationship Management Serve as HGL’s principal day-to-day portfolio engagement lead across assigned portfolio companies. Build strong, credible working relationships with portfolio company MDs, executive teams, and key stakeholders to drive alignment and performance. Act as a trusted strategic partner to portfolio company leadership while maintaining appropriate shareholder oversight and accountability. Escalate material performance issues, execution delays, or governance concerns to the CIO with clear recommendations for intervention. Lead regular portfolio engagement and business performance review discussions. Strategic Planning & Business Performance Lead portfolio company strategic planning, annual business review, and performance management processes. Review, challenge, and refine strategic plans, growth assumptions, operational priorities, and capital deployment proposals. Own performance monitoring across assigned portfolio companies, ensuring robust tracking against agreed financial, operational, and strategic targets. Analyze business performance, identify gaps to plan, and drive interventions to improve outcomes. Support development of shareholder perspectives and strategic recommendations for portfolio boards and investment leadership. Transformation & Business Improvement Design and drive transformation programmes across portfolio companies to improve commercial performance, operational effectiveness, organizational capability, and strategic execution. Lead cross-functional business improvement initiatives in collaboration with management teams and relevant internal stakeholders. Ensure transformation initiatives are properly structured, governed, tracked, and delivered within agreed timelines. Drive a culture of accountability, execution discipline, and performance improvement across active portfolio engagements. Investment Evaluation & Portfolio Integration Support investment evaluation, due diligence, transaction execution, and strategic assessment of new investment opportunities. Assess operational value creation opportunities, execution risks, integration considerations, and strategic fit for prospective investments. Lead post-investment integration planning and execution support where required to accelerate value capture. Support investment thesis validation through operational and commercial due diligence. Portfolio Value Creation & Strategic Execution Drive value creation initiatives across HGL’s portfolio companies, with clear accountability for execution and measurable performance improvement. Work with portfolio company leadership teams to support growth, operational improvement, and long-term value optimisation. Coordinate and track strategic initiatives, transformation programmes, and key business priorities across portfolio companies. Support execution oversight of strategic and operational improvement initiatives to ensure timely delivery and alignment with shareholder objectives. Monitor implementation of agreed management action plans and follow through on key deliverables and outcomes. Portfolio Engagement & Relationship Management Serve as HGL’s principal day-to-day portfolio engagement lead across assigned portfolio companies. Build strong, credible working relationships with portfolio company MDs, executive teams, and key stakeholders to drive alignment and performance. Act as a trusted strategic partner to portfolio company leadership while maintaining appropriate shareholder oversight and accountability. Escalate material performance issues, execution delays, or governance concerns to the CIO with clear recommendations for intervention. Lead regular portfolio engagement and business performance review discussions. Strategic Planning & Business Performance Lead portfolio company strategic planning, annual business review, and performance management processes. Review, challenge, and refine strategic plans, growth assumptions, operational priorities, and capital deployment proposals. Own performance monitoring across assigned portfolio companies, ensuring robust tracking against agreed financial, operational, and strategic targets. Analyse business performance, identify gaps to plan, and drive interventions to improve outcomes. Support development of shareholder perspectives and strategic recommendations for portfolio boards and investment leadership. Transformation & Business Improvement Design and drive transformation programmes across portfolio companies to improve commercial performance, operational effectiveness, organisational capability, and strategic execution. Lead cross-functional business improvement initiatives in collaboration with management teams and relevant internal stakeholders. Ensure transformation initiatives are properly structured, governed, tracked, and delivered within agreed timelines. Drive a culture of accountability, execution discipline, and performance improvement across active portfolio engagements. Investment Evaluation & Portfolio Integration Support investment evaluation, due diligence, transaction execution, and strategic assessment of new investment opportunities. Assess operational value creation opportunities, execution risks, integration considerations, and strategic fit for prospective investments. Lead post-investment integration planning and execution support where required to accelerate value capture. Support investment thesis validation through operational and commercial due diligence. New Business & Platform Development Support the development, launch, and scaling of new strategic business initiatives and investment platforms across the Group. Develop business plans, execution frameworks, and operating models for new ventures where required. Coordinate key internal and external stakeholders involved in strategic business initiatives. Governance, Reporting & Stakeholder Management Prepare high-quality portfolio performance updates, strategic reviews, investment committee materials, and management reports. Participate actively in portfolio governance forums, investment reviews, and strategic decision-making processes. Work closely with the broader IPM team, including portfolio management, investment, and analytical resources, to drive execution and value creation outcomes. Ensure disciplined reporting, escalation, and governance across active portfolio engagements. Competency and Skill requirements Portfolio value creation Strategic planning and execution Business transformation Performance management Commercial and financial acumen Investment and transaction understanding Operational improvement Governance and stakeholder management Business diagnostics and problem solving Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Strategy, Management, or a related discipline. MBA or relevant postgraduate qualifications are an advantage. Minimum of 12-15 years’ relevant experience across portfolio management, operations leadership, strategy execution, transformation, private equity portfolio operations, consulting, investment management, or related fields. Demonstrated experience driving measurable value creation, transformation, or operational improvement in complex businesses. Strong track record of working with senior leadership teams to drive strategic execution and business performance. Experience across multi-business, conglomerate, portfolio, or investment-led environments strongly preferred. Exposure to investment evaluation, due diligence, and post-investment value creation is desirable. Experience influencing senior executives, boards, or shareholders in high-accountability environments. Check how your CV aligns with this job Method of Application Qualified and Interested candidates should apply to the email Friday.odeh@1stepaheadgroup.com using the role as email subject. Build your CV for free. Download in different templates. Share Save Email Report Get new Project and Program Management jobs like this on Telegram. 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