Specialist – Strategy, Innovation & Research

Employment; Doha; On-site; QAR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Employment in Doha is seeking a Specialist - Strategy, Innovation & Research to support development and execution of corporate strategy, innovation initiatives, and business research activities. The role focuses on market intelligence, strategic planning, and organizational transformation to drive growth.

The candidate will contribute to strategic insights, corporate planning, and performance monitoring, collaborating with internal stakeholders and executives to optimize initiatives and drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Strategy, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Innovation Management, or a related field.
• Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) is an advantage.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in strategy, corporate planning, business research, innovation, management consulting, or business transformation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research, industry analysis, and benchmarking studies to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of corporate and departmental strategies.
• Analyze business performance data and prepare strategic insights and recommendations for management.
• Assist in identifying and evaluating innovation opportunities, new business models, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Develop reports, dashboards, presentations, and research papers for executive management.
• Monitor key strategic initiatives and track progress against objectives and KPIs.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather information and support strategy execution.
• Support business case development, feasibility studies, and project evaluations.
• Maintain awareness of economic, technological, regulatory, and industry developments impacting the organization.
• Participate in special projects related to innovation, organizational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Research & Analytical Skills

Business Acumen

Innovation & Creativity

Data Analysis & Interpretation

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Communication & Presentation Skills

Problem Solving & Decision Making

Advanced Power Point

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Master's degree (MBA or equivalent)

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Specialist - Strategy, Innovation & Research

Industry Human Resources and Payroll Services

Role Purpose

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Specialist - Strategy, Innovation & Research to support the development and execution of corporate strategy, innovation initiatives, and business research activities. The successful candidate will contribute to strategic planning, market intelligence, innovation programs, and organizational transformation projects that support the company's long-term growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market research, industry analysis, and benchmarking studies to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of corporate and departmental strategies.
• Analyze business performance data and prepare strategic insights and recommendations for management.
• Assist in identifying and evaluating innovation opportunities, new business models, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Develop reports, dashboards, presentations, and research papers for executive management.
• Monitor key strategic initiatives and track progress against objectives and KPIs.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather information and support strategy execution.
• Support business case development, feasibility studies, and project evaluations.
• Maintain awareness of economic, technological, regulatory, and industry developments impacting the organization.
• Participate in special projects related to innovation, organizational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Strategy, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Innovation Management, or a related field.
• Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) is an advantage.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in strategy, corporate planning, business research, innovation, management consulting, or business transformation.
• Experience in preparing strategic reports, market assessments, and business cases.
• Understanding of strategy frameworks, performance management, and innovation methodologies.

Required Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Research & Analytical Skills
• Business Acumen
• Innovation & Creativity
• Data Analysis & Interpretation
• Stakeholder Management
• Project Management
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Advanced Power Point and Excel Skills

Preferred Experience

• Corporate Strategy & Planning
• Innovation Management
• Digital Transformation
• Market Intelligence & Competitive Analysis
• Business Performance Management
• Feasibility Studies & Business Cases
• Change Management and Organizational Development