100000003601.Program Specialist

Collaborate in cross-functional teams to deliver impact in RDI through designing and implementing strategic initiatives that strengthen global innovation alliances and partnerships aligned with QRDI’s vision objectives, initiatives, and programs

Analyze gaps in Qatar’s RDI ecosystem where strategic collaborations and joint programs can make impact and fill the gap

Facilitate the development and planning of initiatives, and programs, including setting objectives, establishing KPIs (Key Performance Indicators), and budgeting resources

Work closely with other team members to oversee successfully awarded projects and partnership, ensuring objectives and milestones are met and intended impact and outcomes are achieved.

Work closely with program counterparts (Legal, Compliance, Scientific Advisory, Finance) within RDI and awardees to ensure execution of programs and partnerships as planned

Draw support from functional teams in QRDIC, e.g., RDI Strategy & Planning, RDI Policy, Budgeting & Financial Analysis, etc., as required to achieve initiative objectives

Provide inputs to functional teams in QRDIC e.g., RDI Strategy & Planning, RDI Policy, RDI Budgeting & Financial Analysis, etc. on matters pertaining to scientific programs

Assist with the development of major partnerships and support RDI actors to establish partnerships (e.g., frameworks and guidelines)

Assist and support all international outreach and business development efforts to ensure strong pipeline of applicants for critical programs.

Report performance requirements and personal professional development targets for assigned staff

Min. Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, 6-8 years of relevant full-time work experience 
• Demonstrated ability to be innovative, to take the initiative, and achieve objectives on time, on target, and under budget 
• Previous experience managing innovation programs, grants and projects is highly desired 
• Proficiency in financial due diligence (reviewing projects, grants or in VC context) is highly desired.
• Outstanding negotiation skills; able to influence, manage, & build consensus among stakeholders
• Excellent presentation skills in the context of conference keynotes, workshops, and board meetings
• Outstanding interpersonal communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective business & team relationships; excellent networking skills 
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft and edit a variety of written reports and communications and to articulate ideas clearly and concisely; Arabic proficiency is an advantage
• Proficiency in using technology and productivity tools for communications & collaboration