Innovation Catalyst & Open Collaboration Lead

UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA); Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) is seeking an Innovation & Compliance Lead to drive initiatives in collaboration with the Mubader Team and to implement the innovation framework across the organization.

You will manage the Aeronnovation website, UAE Innovates Month activities, and nurture partnerships with industry, universities and others to promote research and innovative practices aligned with GCAA strategy. A focus on governance and reporting is required.

Responsibilities

• Seek opportunities at GCAA level in collaboration with Mubader Team to introduce innovations.
• Propose best innovation practices and manage idea management platforms.
• Organize workshops to brainstorm ideas and document them for the organization.
• Support open innovation activities to improve strategic KPIs.
• Implement the innovation framework to promote innovation within the organization.
• Administer the Aeronnovation website and UAE Innovates Month activities.
• Maintain industry and academic networks to identify research partnerships.
• Monitor progress of innovation KPIs and recommend improvement plans.
• Develop policies, systems, and processes for management approval in innovation.
• Maintain records of reports, certifications, and general correspondence.
• Ensure timely and accurate functional reports meeting GCAA requirements.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality and environmental procedures.

Job description

UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) is seeking an Innovation & Compliance Lead to drive initiatives in collaboration with the Mubader Team and to implement the innovation framework across the organization.

You will manage the Aeronnovation website, UAE Innovates Month activities, and nurture partnerships with industry, universities and others to promote research and innovative practices aligned with GCAA strategy. A focus on governance and reporting is required.