Head of Innovation

Head of Innovation at Jobgether Partner Company

This pivotal remote role involves building the Innovation Department from scratch, working directly with the Chief Innovation Officer. You will excel in a dynamic environment, transforming complex ideas into structured frameworks that deliver innovative outcomes. Your mission includes defining operational models and processes that enable innovation to flourish across the organization. If you are passionate about creating frameworks that integrate innovative practices across various teams, this is an ideal opportunity.

Key Accountabilities

• Act as a force multiplier for the CIO, translating vision and strategy into clear priorities and executable plans.
• Ensure executive alignment by articulating and integrating innovation initiatives within the leadership team.
• Maintain visibility on the innovation portfolio, meticulously tracking progress and outcomes.
• Proactively identify and resolve constraints and risks to sustain momentum.
• Design and manage the daily operations of the Innovation Department.
• Define processes and execution rhythms to convert ideas into scalable outcomes.
• Drive end-to-end execution through structured experimentation and alignment of cross-functional teams.
• Facilitate successful knowledge transfer to core teams for sustainable innovation.
• Enable governance frameworks that effectively balance speed with accountability.

Required Qualifications

• Proficiency in English for seamless daily communication with international colleagues.
• Over 10 years of experience in operations, strategy, or consulting, particularly within high-growth environments.
• Strong technical understanding coupled with experience collaborating with engineering or product teams.
• Proven ability to take initiatives from conception (0 to 1) and navigate ambiguous situations effectively.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, underpinned by a strategic mindset.
• High emotional intelligence and discretion, crucial for partnership roles.
• Robust problem-solving capabilities, demonstrating a proactive ownership mentality.
• Experience supporting C-suite executives in fast-paced settings is highly desirable.
• An MBA degree is considered a valuable asset.

Benefits & Perks

• Contribute to empowering travel creators and enhancing their income potential.
• Abundant opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• Make a significant and lasting impact within the organization.
• Enjoy a flexible work schedule and a casual dress code.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits, robust retirement plans, and continuous development opportunities.
• Participate in engaging team-building activities and memorable company retreats.

Key Skills/Competency

• Innovation Strategy
• Operational Design
• Cross-functional Leadership
• Executive Alignment
• Portfolio Management
• Process Improvement
• Risk Management
• Strategic Planning
• Technical Acumen
• Organizational Governance