Director of Strategic Innovation

5 days ago


Doha, Baladīyat ad Dawḩah, Qatar Qatar Foundation Full time

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing innovation strategies, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing, and facilitating tech transfer and intellectual property management.

Responsibilities also include organizing events and networking sessions, staying up-to-date with emerging technologies and market trends, evaluating impact, and establishing strategic partnerships.

  1. Innovation Strategy Development
  2. Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing
  3. Tech Transfer and IP Management
  4. Event Planning and Execution
  5. Market Research and Analysis
  6. Risk Mitigation
  7. Sustainability and Green Innovation
  8. Cross-Functional Project Management

Requirements

  1. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 6-8 years of working experience, 2 of which at a senior level in business administration, innovation management, technology management, science, engineering, or a related discipline.
  2. Strong understanding of innovation processes, technology commercialization, intellectual property management, startup ecosystems, and industry trends.
  3. Familiarity with innovation frameworks such as design thinking, lean startup, and open innovation can be beneficial.
  4. Strong analytical skills to identify opportunities, assess risks, and make data-driven decisions to drive innovation and growth.
  5. Strong passion for innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology-driven solutions.
  6. Ability to think creatively, take calculated risks, and adapt to changing market dynamics in a fast-paced environment.
  7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders, facilitate collaboration, and communicate complex ideas effectively to diverse audiences.
  8. Presentation skills and the ability to inspire and motivate others are also important.
  9. Proven ability to build and maintain a strong network of contacts within the innovation ecosystem, including startups, researchers, industry partners, investors, government agencies, and other key stakeholders.
  10. Strong willingness to embrace change, navigate uncertainty, and overcome challenges in a dynamic innovation environment.
  11. Multi-tasking and the ability to work on different projects at the same time. Proficiency in MS Office applications.


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