Innovation Project Consultant for Growth & Tech Strategy

SmartRecruiters, Inc.

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 180,000 - 260,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Competitive compensation

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Job summary

Sia seeks a Consultant to support and manage delivery of project engagements within the Middle East team. You will monitor progress and ensure successful outcomes across diverse innovation initiatives.

The role involves documenting requirements, performing technology scouting, and coordinating across multiple stakeholders, leveraging open innovation practices. Arabic and English proficiency is essential and Abu Dhabi residency is required.

Qualifications

Engineering or Business degree from a top-tier university.
3-5 years' experience in technology, research, innovation environments.
Experience planning, managing, and delivering innovation and technical-based projects.
Formal project delivery tracking using Gantt charts or similar.
Leading and completing complex technical innovation projects.
Understanding technical discussions and documentation.
Knowledge of open Innovation Methodology, Intellectual Property and Technology Scouting.
Certification in Innovation or Future Foresight from GIMI is highly preferable.
Business proficiency in Arabic and English is a must.
Abu Dhabi physical residence a must.

Responsibilities

Support and manage delivery of assigned innovation projects.
Documenting full needs description and solution requirements.
Active technology scouting and solution identification and validation.
Project due diligence research and documentation.
Communicate and facilitate collaboration across multiple stakeholders.
Carry out other appropriate delegated duties as required.
Collaborate on topics like capabilities building, innovation management, and project management.