Institutional Innovation Consultant

Experience

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and implement innovation initiatives and projects across the organization.
• Design and apply institutional innovation frameworks and methodologies based on international best practices.
• Conduct studies, research, and benchmarking activities to support the development of strategic initiatives and programs.
• Align initiatives and projects with Dubai's Future Agenda, digital transformation strategies, and artificial intelligence programs.
• Provide consultancy services and recommendations to enhance the culture of institutional innovation.
• Prepare nomination files and support participation in local, regional, and international innovation and excellence awards.
• Manage and follow up on innovation memberships and international standards related to innovation management.
• Support the implementation of international innovation management standards such as ISO 56002 and other relevant frameworks.
• Prepare executive reports and presentations related to innovation initiatives.
• Design and deliver specialized workshops, knowledge-sharing sessions, and training programs in innovation, artificial intelligence, and organizational transformation.
• Collaborate with various departments to integrate innovation concepts into operational and strategic plans.
• Measure the impact of innovation initiatives and prepare performance and achievement reports.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Innovation, or a related field.
• Proven experience in government or institutional innovation.
• Practical experience in managing innovation initiatives and projects.
• Advanced knowledge of artificial intelligence applications and their organizational use cases.
• Experience in conducting research, studies, and benchmarking exercises.
• Strong understanding of government excellence frameworks and programs in Dubai and the UAE.
• Experience aligning initiatives with Dubai's Future Agenda, digital transformation programs, and AI strategies.
• Experience in preparing and managing innovation and excellence award submissions.
• Knowledge of innovation memberships and international standards related to innovation management.
• Experience in designing and delivering training programs and workshops.

Required Skills

• Strategic and innovative thinking.
• Project and initiative management.
• Research, analysis, and study preparation.
• Presentation, facilitation, and training skills.
• Stakeholder management and institutional relationship building.
• Executive reporting and presentation preparation.
• Excellent communication skills in both Arabic and English.

Preferred Candidates

• Candidates with prior experience in UAE government or semi-government entities will be given preference.
• Proven track record in managing innovation and excellence files and obtaining innovation-related awards or certifications.
• Direct experience dealing with government entities in Dubai is highly desirable.
• Please note:
• Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Thank you for your understanding.
• If this role truly excites you and the criteria match your current experience, we encourage you to apply!
• Please share your updated CV to
• Ms.
• Payal Verma at payal.v@sundusglobal.com