Transformational Innovation Leader

1 week ago


Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey UNICEF Full time
About UNICEF

UNICEF is a global organization dedicated to improving the lives of children. We work in over 190 countries and territories, providing vital services and support to ensure every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

We are committed to promoting the rights of every child, and our staff are passionate about making a difference. We offer a diverse range of opportunities for personal and professional development, helping our staff build fulfilling careers while delivering on a rewarding mission.

Job Description

The Multiregional Innovation Manager will play a critical role in fostering and developing innovation ecosystems within UNICEF programming countries across assigned regions. This position serves as a link between country offices, Regional Offices, and the Office of Innovation at headquarters, facilitating exchange of ideas, strategies, and resources.

The manager will collaborate with stakeholders to align innovation initiatives with UNICEF's Innovation Strategic Plan and regional priorities, building on country context. The role will provide support to RO and country offices on aspects of innovation, build capacity within country offices, and provide technical support on key innovation portfolio initiatives in UNICEF's priority programme areas.

This position requires a strong understanding of innovation strategy and experience in leading innovation projects/programmes in the child rights context. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of professional work experience in international development, innovation, or related disciplines, with at least 3 years of experience in leading innovation projects/programmes.

A Master's degree in Social Sciences, Humanities, International Relations, Economics, Business, or a relevant field is required. Experience in project management, coordination of global innovation projects within the UN, and working in global NGO or multilateral organizations on innovation projects is highly desirable.

Requirements
  • Advanced university degree (Masters or higher) in Social Sciences, Humanities, International Relations, Economics, Business, or a relevant field.
  • A minimum of 8 years of professional work experience in a relevant field, such as international development, innovation, social innovation, or entrepreneurship.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in leading innovation projects/programmes in the child rights context.
Benefits

As a UNICEF employee, you will be part of a dynamic and diverse team that is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children. You will have access to a range of benefits, including competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion means that we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, or disabilities.



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