Innovation Strategist: Design Thinking & Prototyping

Farm Credit Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking an Innovation Specialist in Calgary to shape the future of agri-finance. You will collaborate with diverse teams to translate bold ideas into prototypes that support the Canadian agriculture and food industry. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, strong leadership skills, and experience in Human-Centred Design. Join us in fostering an inclusive workplace and driving forward-thinking solutions.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Performance-based incentives

Qualifications

• At least eight years of experience in relevant fields or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of Human-Centred Design and Design Thinking principles.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Innovation Hub to evolve the innovation practice.
• Scan trends to identify growth areas in agriculture and finance.
• Communicate insights and recommendations to diverse audiences.
• Design and conduct experiments to validate assumptions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Innovation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, design, business, or engineering

Tools

Microsoft AI platform

Job description

A leading financial institution is seeking an Innovation Specialist in Calgary to shape the future of agri-finance. You will collaborate with diverse teams to translate bold ideas into prototypes that support the Canadian agriculture and food industry. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, strong leadership skills, and experience in Human-Centred Design. Join us in fostering an inclusive workplace and driving forward-thinking solutions.