Michael Page International (UAE) Limited Hiring for Director – Research and Innovation at Abu Dhabi, UAE Full Time

As the Director of Research & Innovation, you will work closely with the top executive leadership, responsible for developing and monitoring R&D plans for the organisation, maintaining a competitive innovation portfolio, and managing research partnerships

Client Details

This is a government organisation exploring a broad range of new strategic initiatives for Abu Dhabi to create a lasting impact.

Description
Liaise with senior leadership to evaluate the organisation’s current R&D plans and design innovative strategies to further build and strengthen themDevelop, implement, and monitor evaluation plans addressing logic models, strategic and programme evaluation questions, data collection methods, analysis, and reporting.Develop strategic partnerships with relevant external stakeholders to further the organisation’s mission through funding or initiating research evaluation or special projects.Serve as part of the organization’s leadership team and contribute to the development and execution of strategic decisions

Profile
A minimum of 10 years’ experience in the research/innovation/relevant fieldsExpertise in advanced statistical analysis methods, modelling and simulationProven leadership skills with the ability to interact and engage with the C-level management and executive leadership team.Attention to detail and ability to work in high-pressure environment.UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply

Job Offer
Attractive, tax-free salary Strategic role with the opportunity to play a part in the transformation of a hugely successful organisation.