Innovation & Emerging Opportunities Lead

AGFUND; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

AGFUND is seeking an Innovation and Emerging Opportunities Manager to lead strategic innovation efforts, oversee cross-functional programs, and translate insights into organizational growth. The role emphasizes collaboration with leadership, development partners, and research institutions to drive impactful initiatives.

The candidate will guide market assessments, apply design thinking, and develop business cases to support evidence-based decisions and long-term strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in economics, business/public administration, statistics, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in strategy, innovation, business development, research, consulting, development programs, or related fields.
• At least 3 years in managerial positions within strategy, innovation, business development, research, or organizational transformation functions.
• Experience within development institutions, international organizations, government entities, consulting firms, or innovation-focused organizations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cross-functional innovation initiatives and translate strategic insights into practical organizational initiatives.

Skills

Market intelligence

Opportunity assessment

Innovation methodologies

Design thinking

Strategic analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in economics/ business/ public administration/ statistics

Job description

AGFUND is seeking an Innovation and Emerging Opportunities Manager to lead strategic innovation efforts, oversee cross-functional programs, and translate insights into organizational growth. The role emphasizes collaboration with leadership, development partners, and research institutions to drive impactful initiatives.

The candidate will guide market assessments, apply design thinking, and develop business cases to support evidence-based decisions and long-term strategic planning.