Job Description
Join FutureWorks Global as we pioneer the next frontier of human progress. We seek a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for the transformative decade ahead. This role demands a futurist mindset who can anticipate technological, social, and economic shifts to position our organization at the vanguard of 2026's emerging industries. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives to develop actionable frameworks for quantum computing integration, sustainable resource management, and human-AI collaboration paradigms.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for 2026's disruptive technologies and market shifts
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 milestones
- Partner with C-suite to align strategic initiatives with long-term 2026 vision
- Establish KPI frameworks for measuring pre-2026 innovation readiness
- Curate and manage a portfolio of 2026-focused pilot programs
- Present strategic foresight findings to stakeholders and industry forums
- Champion a culture of experimental prototyping for 2026 scenarios
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futures research, or technology strategy
- Proven experience developing long-term (5+ year) strategic frameworks
- Deep expertise in emerging tech trends (quantum, AI, biotech)
- Certification in Futures Studies or Strategic Foresight preferred
- Exceptional data visualization and scenario planning capabilities
- Track record of translating foresight into executable business strategies
- Experience leading cross-organizational transformation initiatives