innovation program manager

Brinc

<div><b><i>Job Overview: </i></b>A highly skilled Acceleration and Startup Ecosystem Builder who plays a pivotal role in supporting the Corporate Innovation team in driving Bahrain-based programs. This position involves program management while playing an active role in ecosystem building through events and training. The Corporate Innovation Manager will mentor startups, maintain strong relationships with partners, and contribute to the overall success of Brinc&rsquo;s innovation initiatives. Additionally, the role involves identifying sales leads, developing proposals, and pitching Brinc&rsquo;s services to new potential clients, further expanding the company's impact in the innovation ecosystem.<br>
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<b><i>Duties &amp; Responsibilities:</i></b><p><b>
Program Management:</b></p><ul><li>
Assist in developing and refining the program curriculum in alignment with corporate innovation goals.</li><li>
Collaborate with internal and external experts to create and enhance content tailored to the needs of program participants.</li></ul><p><b>
Program Logistics and Coordination:</b></p><ul><li>
Manage the program calendar with the Program Coordinator, liaising with stakeholders to schedule events, mentorship sessions, workshops, and other key activities.</li><li>
Oversee the organization of multiple programs/events, ensuring seamless execution through effective scheduling, communication, and logistical planning.</li><li>
Support the onboarding process for program participants, ensuring a smooth and effective integration into the program.</li></ul><p>
 <b>Startup/SMEs Engagement:</b></p><ul><li>
Plan outreach campaigns to attract and engage startups and SMEs for participation in innovation programs.</li><li>
Participate in the due diligence process, including reviewing applications and contributing to the selection of participants.</li></ul><p><b>
Stakeholder Management and Communication:</b></p><ul><li>
Act as the first point of contact for all portfolio startup teams, providing guidance and support throughout their program journey.</li><li>
Work closely with the Marketing department to plan and execute both internal and external events, positioning Brinc&rsquo;s programs as leader in innovation initiatives.</li><li>
Ensure effective communication of the program schedule and updates across all relevant platforms in collaboration with the Marketing team.</li></ul><ul><li>
Engage and secure relevant corporate partners, mentors, and investors, fostering strong connections between them and the startups within the program.</li><li>
Regularly liaise with Brinc&rsquo;s global team to coordinate joint workshops, mentor sessions, and other collaborative efforts.</li></ul><p><b>
Ecosystem Building and Event Management:</b></p><ul><li>
Plan and execute Brinc&rsquo;s events, including hackathons, workshops, and design sprints, ensuring they meet strategic goals.</li><li>
Collaborate with the Marketing department to promote these events and achieve maximum impact.</li></ul><p><b>
Research and Strategic Proposals:</b></p><ul><li>
Conduct market and customer research to gain insights into the needs and challenges of startups and SMEs.</li><li>
Develop and deliver presentations, proposals, and scopes of work (SOWs) that highlight Brinc&rsquo;s unique capabilities in addressing these needs.</li></ul><p><b>
Business Development:</b></p><ul><li>
Identify potential sales leads and develop proposals that showcase Brinc&rsquo;s value proposition to prospective clients.</li><li>
Pitch Brinc&rsquo;s goods and services to new clients, working to expand the company&rsquo;s footprint within the innovation ecosystem.</li></ul><div><p><b>
Experience</b></p><ul><li>
3-5 years of experience in program management, startups, accelerators, or corporate innovation.</li><li>
Proven track record in managing multiple programs and stakeholder engagement.</li><li>
Familiarity with industries such as technology, fintech, or sustainability is highly desirable.</li></ul><p><b>
Skills</b></p><ul><li>
Strong project management, organizational, and multitasking abilities.</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for mentoring, stakeholder management, and public speaking.</li><li>
Ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities strategically.</li><li>
Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English is required.</li></ul><p><b>
Education</b></p><ul><li>
Degree in business, innovation, or a related field preferred.</li><li>
Certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, Agile) are an advantage but not mandatory.</li></ul><p><b>
Cultural Fit</b></p><ul><li>
Demonstrates a &ldquo;can-do&rdquo; attitude, entrepreneurial mindset, and strong collaboration skills.</li><li>
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and effectively manage multiple priorities.</li><li>
Willingness to travel regionally within the GCC as needed.</li></ul></div><p>
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Program Manager

KAUST (King Abdullah University of Science and Technology)

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  The Innovation Associate is a dual-focused role that supports innovation programs operations and grant-funded projects monitoring. This position provides targeted grant management support, ensuring projects adhere to program guidelines and deliverables. The Innovation Associate is responsible for grant management and support for innovation programs, ensuring compliance with guidelines and delivering impactful results. They will analyse data, produce insights, and create high-quality presentations to communicate results and impact to sponsors and stakeholders.
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   Responsibilities
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   Grant Management and Grantee Support
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   Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned grantees, offering guidance on project execution, adherence to grant guidelines, and troubleshooting as needed.
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   Monitor grantee performance against agreed-upon milestones and deliverables, ensuring compliance with grant agreements.
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   Conduct site visits or virtual check-ins to assess on-the-ground progress, address any project challenges, and support successful project completion.
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   Review and approve grantee reports, budgets, and financial data, ensuring transparent use of funds and alignment with program requirements.
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   Innovation Program Support
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   Assist with application sourcing, outreach campaigns, and recruitment strategies to attract high-quality startups.
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   Participate in startup evaluations, reviewing pitch decks, business models, and traction data to support selection committees.
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   Coordinate and help deliver boot camps, demo days, investor sessions, and workshops, ensuring seamless execution and impactful participant experiences.
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   Support with program events and logistics (booking meetings, arranging webinars, booking and coordinating transportation).
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   Engage with stakeholders &mdash; including startups, mentors, investors, corporates, and government partners &mdash; to foster collaboration and program success.
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   Reporting and Presentation Development
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   Develop compelling presentations to effectively communicate project outcomes, insights, and impact to stakeholders.
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   Prepare visually engaging reports, incorporating charts, infographics, and other visual aids to convey complex data clearly to non-technical audiences.
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   Regularly present findings to stakeholders, providing updates on project milestones, impact, and any recommended program adjustments.
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   Qualifications
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   A Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Project Management, Statistics, Business Administration, Innovation Management, or a related discipline is required.
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   Required Skills
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   The ideal candidate demonstrates strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear and actionable insights.
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   He/She possesses excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, ensuring effective management of multiple projects within deadlines.
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   Strong communication skills are essential, enabling the candidate to engage with diverse stakeholders and present data-driven insights in a clear and accessible way.
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   Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and experience with data visualization tools are required.
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   A collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and adaptability in a dynamic environment are key success factors in this role.
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   Demonstrated knowledge of innovation ecosystems, entrepreneurship, or research development programs.
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   Preferred Skills
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   A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in innovation program/project management required.
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   Preferable proven track record in designing, implementing, and monitoring innovation programs, including reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs) and outcomes.
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Innovation Associate

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group)

<div><div>Are you passionate about bringing operational structure to chaos? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment where innovation meets real-world use cases? Do you want to be part of a diverse, global team working with clients across banking and financial services? If so, we invite you to join our Innovation Team (part of the Customer Consulting Group at LSEG) as an Innovation Operations Specialist, where you will play a critical role in managing operations of the innovation team and our client co-innovation initiatives.</div><div></div><div>
We are looking for an expert in operations who can take on three day-to-day challenges: 1) Innovation program management ensuring all co-innovation projects are governed under LSEG-defined policies 2) Collateral &amp; knowledge management championing internal project documentation and client-ready materials (demo videos, presentation, and storytelling through blogs) 3) Python development getting hands-on to support changes to existing solutions under guidance from architects (a pathway for future career growth).</div><div></div><div>
5-Point Role Summary</div><ul><li>
Own the program &amp; governance cadence for client co-innovation projects (stage gates reviews, governance approvals, Architecture review board).</li><li>
Lead documentation excellence by making sure that demos, videos, decks, and reusable knowledge assets are created for all innovation projects.</li><li>
Contribute hands-on Python changes to existing solutions (under architect guidance for career progression).</li><li>
Drive cross-functional execution, removing operational blockers and improving ways of working.</li><li>
Provide clear stakeholder reporting with concise executive &amp; client project updates using decision-ready packs.</li></ul><div>
Day-to-Day Activities</div><ul><li><div>
Governance &amp; Compliance: Organize, execute, and ensure projects meet governance requirements (AI Governance, Architecture Review Board), partnering with architects and AI engineers; run internal stakeholder governance forums and maintain audit trails.</div></li><li><div>
Program Management: Manage client co-innovation projects with Asana (and, where needed, Excel or Microsoft Project); track milestones, dependencies, RAID, actions, and decisions to keep delivery on time.</div></li><li><div>
Cross-Functional Operations: Collaborate with engineering, cloud, security, data, legal, and finance to streamline operating practices so projects are executed in the best possible manner.</div></li><li><div>
Documentation &amp; Collateral Readiness: Keep documentation for existing projects and demos/prototypes for new ideas up to date and client-ready (demo videos, decks, one-pagers, READMEs) in SharePoint with version control and brand compliance.</div></li><li><div>
Hands-On Python (~25% time): Look into existing code and implement changes as required in Python solutions (bug fixes, small features, tests, logging), document changes, and use AI tools in the software development cycle</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Must-Have Skills</div><ul><li><div>
3+ years&rsquo; experience managing operations in a software development or professional services environment.</div></li><li><div>
Governance execution experience (e.g., Architecture Review Board / AI governance, stakeholder governance) with audit-ready documentation.</div></li><li><div>
Knowledge management capability: creating and maintaining documentation, client-ready demo videos/decks, and prototype artefacts.</div></li><li><div>
Programming (Python): practical experience extending existing codebases, writing tests, and using Git/CI; comfortable with basics like pandas/requests and SQL.</div></li><li><div>
Communication: excellent verbal and written English.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Preferred (Advantageous)</div><ul><li>
Java development experience</li><li>
Linux Experience</li><li><div>
Scrum Master certification (e.g., CSM, PSM).</div></li><li><div>
Design Thinking certification (e.g., IDEOU).</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.</div><div></div><div>
LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.</div><div></div><div>
Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.</div><div></div><div>
Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.</div><div></div><div>
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone&rsquo;s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.</div><div></div><div>
You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.</div><div></div><div>
LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.</div><div></div><div>
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Innovation Operations Specialist (Customer Consulting)

INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OF PAKISTAN (ICAP)

<p><b>Key Responsibilities: </b></p><ul><li>Plan and execute incubation of cohorts and development initiatives under the I-Thrive program.</li><li>Coordinate with mentors, startups, and partners to ensure seamless program delivery.</li><li>Manage the I-Thrive incubation portal and digital platforms, from content uploads to promotional campaigns.</li><li>Manage all startups under I-Thrive Incubation Center and ensure they receive continuous training and engagement during pre-incubation phase and throughout.</li><li>Build and engage a vibrant community of innovators, mentors, and change makers.</li><li>Develop research-based digital content to showcase I-Thrive&rsquo;s impact and innovation stories.</li><li>Support outreach to ORICs, BICs, research centers, and technology hubs to grow a collaborative ecosystem.</li><li>Provide secretarial and operational support to the Incubation Committee and ensure smooth communication across stakeholders.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Current Salary? </li><li>Expected salary? </li></ul><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

ASSISTANT MANAGER / DEPUTY MANAGER INCUBATION KARACHI

<div><div><b>We help the world run better</b><br>
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging &ndash; but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.</div><p></p><p><b><br>
WHAT YOU'LL BUILD</b></p><p>
In your role as Senior Project Consultant &ndash; Development for the SAP Experience Garage</p><ul><li>
You&rsquo;ll identify and shape AI and data-driven opportunities across SAP, connecting technologies, teams, and platforms to accelerate meaningful innovation.</li><li>
You&rsquo;ll be responsible for driving enablement and adoption programs that empower developers and engineers to experiment, prototype, and scale solutions on SAP&rsquo;s platforms.</li><li>
your work will rely on research and trends identified by you and directly impact how SAP teams learn, build, and showcase AI-powered experiences, making complex technology accessible and actionable.</li><li>
You&rsquo;ll design and run technical programs and learning journeys focused on AI, data, and emerging tech &ndash; constantly improving formats to maximize engagement and impact.</li><li>
You&rsquo;ll bridge business and technology, spotting patterns and synergies between tools, ecosystems, and partners to streamline how ideas move from concept to showcase.</li><li>
You&rsquo;ll optimize developer and innovation workflows, helping teams leverage the right tools, data, and processes to deliver faster, smarter outcomes</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
WHAT YOU BRING:</b></p><ul><li>
Strong understanding of AI, data, and emerging technology landscapes, with the ability to translate trends into actionable programs and opportunities.</li><li>
Experience in project or program management, ideally in innovation, enablement, or technical learning environments.</li><li>
Proven skill in connecting stakeholders and systems, seeing relationships between tools, platforms, and teams others might overlook.</li><li>
A mindset for optimization and enablement &ndash; you thrive on helping others build better, faster, and more creatively.</li><li>
Strong communication, research, and facilitation skills to design engaging programs, workshops, and showcases that inspire learning and adoption.</li><li>
Comfort navigating complex organizational networks, balancing strategic alignment with hands-on delivery.</li><li>
Curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset, with the drive to continuously improve how SAP develops and scales innovation</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
WHERE YOU BELONG</b></p><p>
You&rsquo;ll join the SAP Experience Garage &ndash; a collaborative, hands-on innovation and technology platform, community, and service provider where all SAP employees &ndash; from developers to designers, or engineers to strategists turn emerging technology into real impact. We thrive on experimentation, creativity, and teamwork, empowering you to build, learn, and shape SAP&rsquo;s future with AI and data.</p><p></p><div><b><br>
Bring out your best</b><br>
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.<br>
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<b>We win with inclusion</b><br>
SAP&rsquo;s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone &ndash; regardless of background &ndash; feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.<br>
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SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.<br>
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For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.<br>
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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.<br>
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Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
AI Usage in the Recruitment Process</b></div><div>
For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process.
</div><p>Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.<br>
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Requisition ID: 439729 | Work Area: Software-Design and Development | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid</p></div>

Senior Project Consultant - SAP Experience Garage

Qatar Foundation

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  To drive health innovation at WISH, fostering a culture of innovation and positioning Qatar as a global health hub. They build partnerships, support innovators, and deliver scalable solutions with measurable impact.
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   Manage programmatic activities focused on identifying, analyzing, and framing pathways for the scale-up of evidence-based policy innovations in health.
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   Support the analysis and development of policy research products on health innovation, aimed at leveraging science, research, and innovation ecosystems for health and contributing to social impact and economic growth.
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   Identify and showcase cutting-edge policy and governance solutions (e.g., novel financing, service delivery models, regulatory approaches, community-led initiatives) from both local and global contexts.
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   Devise, develop, and oversee innovation-related content for WISH events (summits, workshops, deep dives), ensuring they position WISH as a leading global think tank for actionable health innovation policy solutions.
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   Work closely with the Director of Research and Policy Development to ensure innovation programs translate research insights into practical policy initiatives and align with WISH&rsquo;s thematic priorities.
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   Create and manage project plans for innovation-related programs (e.g., policy solution incubators, model showcase platforms), ensuring timely delivery from concept to summit execution.
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   Develop and sustain a WISH Innovation Circle of Experts to provide mentorship, guidance, and strategic input for promising policy initiatives.
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   In close consultations with the Director of Partnerships and Outreach develop partnership agreements with public and private stakeholders for specific innovation policy-focused projects.
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   Promote investment and incentives in science and innovation from both public and private sectors to enhance social health impact and economic opportunities.
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   Perform other reasonable tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Public Policy, Public Health, International Development, Social Sciences, or a relevant field &amp; 6 - 8 years of relevant full-time work experience.
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   Proven expertise in policy development, implementation, and/or scaling impactful solutions within health/social care or related sectors.
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   Experience in innovation management.
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   Demonstrated experience in designing and managing programs that bridge policy research and real-world implementation/adaptation.
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   International experience, preferably in the Middle East Region, and knowledge of Qatar and Qatar Foundation is an advantage.
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   Experience in curating policy solutions, facilitating multi-stakeholder dialogues, and developing platforms for showcasing scalable models.
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   Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with proven ability to build productive relationships with diverse partners (governments, NGOs, communities, contractors).
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   Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft and edit policy briefs, reports, and communications clearly and concisely; Arabic proficiency is a significant advantage.
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   Proficiency in MS Office applications.
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Head of Innovation

Fidelity TalentSource

<div><p>Fidelity TalentSource is your destination for discovering your next temporary role at Fidelity Investments. We are currently sourcing for a Program Manager to work in FCAT (Fidelity Center for Applied Technology) in Durham, NC or one of our other approved regional sites!</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The Role</b></h3>
<p>As a Program Manager &ndash; Strategic Planning and Reporting, you are a strategic facilitator who supports program management, strategic planning and executive reporting efforts that help inform and drive FCAT&rsquo;s near- and long-term outcomes. You will define and implement program management processes that foster transparency and enable informed decision-making across teams. You will leverage tools and data to provide visibility into the portfolio for FCAT leadership, support KPI measurements and quarterly reporting cycles, and design BI dashboards that deliver actionable analytics across FCAT. You will collaborate closely with leaders and teams to support strategic alignment that accelerates innovation and impact.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Key Responsibilities Include</b></h3>
<p><b>Strategic Planning</b></p>
<ul><li>Establish and refine processes to regularly capture project roadmaps, risks, and resource needs
</li><li>Facilitate quarterly planning and promote and standardize best practices across different groups
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Stakeholder Alignment and Communication</b></h3>
<ul><li>Serve as the primary liaison between cross-functional teams, executives, and partners to ensure transparency and alignment.
</li><li>Facilitate regular status updates, steering committee meetings, and stakeholder reviews to maintain engagement and resolve conflicts.
</li><li>Translate complex project data into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Synthesis and Reporting of Data</b></h3>
<ul><li>Aggregate and analyze project metrics to assess performance, identify trends, and inform decision-making.
</li><li>Develop dashboards, confluence pages, presentations and other reporting formats that provide actionable insights to leadership and project teams.
</li><li>Ensure data integrity and consistency across reporting platforms and project documentation.
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Continuous Improvement</b></h3>
<ul><li>Champion a culture of continuous improvement by identifying process inefficiencies and implementing best practices.
</li><li>Stay current with industry trends, tools, and methodologies to enhance program management capabilities.
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Program Management</b></h3>
<ul><li>Monitor risks and timelines, proactively identifying variances and suggesting corrective actions.
</li><li>Support vendor management and procurement processes to ensure cost-effective delivery and contractual compliance.
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The Expertise and Skills You Bring</b></h3>
<ul><li>Bachelors&rsquo; Degree in a relevant field with 10 or more years of related scrum master or technical project management experience; Certified Scrum Master certification preferred
</li><li><b>Proven Project Leadership</b>: Over 10 years of demonstrated success in project management, with deep expertise in both traditional methodologies and agile practices.
</li><li><b>Technical Proficiency</b>: Hands-on experience and high proficiency with project and collaboration tools including JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint, Microsoft 365, Miro and Power BI.
</li><li><b>Strategic Thinking</b>: Ability to connect goals, objectives, roadmaps, and metrics in a standardized and scalable way across diverse teams and project types - especially within the context of emerging technologies and varied business outcomes.
</li><li><b>Exceptional Communication Skills</b>: Ability to translate complex technical updates into concise executive summaries.
</li><li><b>Influence &amp; Collaboration</b>: Exceptional networking and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to influence and align diverse stakeholders across functions and levels. Strong team player and people-person.
</li><li><b>Vendor Management &amp; Procurement Acumen</b>: Experience with vendor management and procurement systems, with the ability to navigate contracts, negotiations, and third-party coordination.
</li><li><b>Legal Risk Compliance (LRC) Engagement Experience</b>: Prior exposure to LRC is highly desirable, with an understanding of its operational and strategic implications.
</li><li><b>Adaptability &amp; Learning Agility</b>: Thrive in dynamic, cross-functional and ambiguous environments. Quick to grasp new concepts and passionate about emerging technologies and innovation.
</li><li><b>Innovation Lifecycle or Startup Experience</b>: Prior exposure to startups or innovation is highly desirable, with an understanding of iterative development, rapid experimentation, and scaling new ideas.
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The Team</b></h3>
<p>At the Fidelity Center for Applied Technology (FCAT), we help Fidelity&rsquo;s clients and businesses conceptualize the possibilities of new ideas and emerging technologies to enhance the customer experience. FCAT is a centralized function whose mandate is to catalyze innovation across the firm. Our ideas begin with outside in research and academic partnership and evolve through user testing. They come to life through prototypes that lay the foundation for new products and services.</p>
<p>For more information about FCAT, please visit the FCAT website.</p></div>

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