Innovation & AI Partnerships Lead, Tech Governance

Robinson & Co (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional business in the UAE is seeking an Assistant Manager of Technology Innovation & Governance. This role emphasizes driving innovation through AI and strategic partnerships, managing pilot programs, and ensuring alignment with technology goals. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree and has proven expertise in technology innovation and stakeholder management. Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technology innovation, AI, and governance roles.
• Strong stakeholder management and vendor negotiation skills.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and strategic partnerships.
• Excellent communication and analytical capabilities.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem solving, resourcefulness and time management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovation across the Group Technology landscape with AI partnerships.
• Cultivate relationships with startups to identify transformative solutions.
• Organize collaborative ideation sessions with strategic partners.
• Launch and manage pilot programs, hackathons and proof-of-concept initiatives.
• Monitor KPIs and ensure compliance with governance frameworks.

Skills

Technology innovation and strategic partnership management

AI-focused ideation and solution evaluation

Project management and governance of business reviews

Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

Education

Master’s degree or higher, preferably in business administration

Tools

Microsoft Office PowerPoint

Microsoft Office Excel

Microsoft Office Word

Job description

A leading regional business in the UAE is seeking an Assistant Manager of Technology Innovation & Governance. This role emphasizes driving innovation through AI and strategic partnerships, managing pilot programs, and ensuring alignment with technology goals. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree and has proven expertise in technology innovation and stakeholder management. Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth are offered.