Assistant Director – Innovation -Job. IT jobs in Kenya

We are looking for an Assistant Director – Innovation.
The Assistant Director – Innovation supports the strategic development and execution of innovation initiatives across the organization. This role is responsible for identifying emerging trends, fostering a culture of innovation, supporting cross-functional teams, and driving the development and implementation of innovative projects and solutions that align with the organization's goals.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in formulating and executing the organisation’s innovation strategy.
• Lead or support cross-functional innovation projects from ideation to implementation.
• Conduct market and technology trend analysis to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Support research, pilot testing, and evaluation of new ideas, tools, or processes.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including academic institutions, startups, and industry partners.
• Develop innovation frameworks, tools, and methodologies to promote creativity and efficiency.
• Monitor KPIs and performance metrics for innovation projects and report progress to senior leadership.
• Facilitate workshops, brainstorming sessions, and innovation labs to generate new ideas and solutions.
• Support funding and grant applications for innovation initiatives when applicable.
• Promote a culture of innovation through training, knowledge sharing, and internal communications.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Innovation Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Technology, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 6 years of experience in innovation, R&D, strategy, or a related field, including 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong project management and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of design thinking, agile methodologies, and emerging technologies is an asset.

Required profile for job ad : Assistant Director – Innovation - Nairobi

• A dynamic and forward-thinking professional with a strong background in innovation management, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership.
• Proven track record in identifying emerging trends, leading transformative projects, and fostering a culture of creativity and continuous improvement.
• Skilled in leveraging technology, stakeholder collaboration, and data-driven insights to develop and implement innovative solutions that drive organisational growth and efficiency.
• Passionate about shaping the future through innovation and delivering measurable impact.

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