Artificial Intelligence Expert

We are seeking a visionary AI Expert to lead the integration of Artificial Intelligence, Ideation, and Innovation across the organization. This role is pivotal in driving responsible innovation, fostering a future-focused culture, and delivering national-level impact through human-centric AI and design thinking.

The successful candidate will develop and embed an AI-powered innovation framework that enhances ideation workflows, promotes ethical AI use, and delivers measurable outcomes. If you are passionate about transforming ideas into real-world solutions and enabling systems-level change, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

• Design and implement an AI-enhanced ideation and innovation framework aligned with the organization’s strategic goals.
• Champion a human-centered, design thinking approach that ensures innovations are ethical, inclusive, and impactful.
• Define the organization’s stance on responsible AI adoption, with an emphasis on augmentation over automation.
• Position the organization as a national and regional leader in innovation and human-aligned AI.

Operational Execution:

• Integrate impact measurement into the innovation pipeline to ensure value realization.
• Foster a culture of rapid prototyping, experimentation, and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with delivery teams to identify high-impact opportunities and optimize outcomes.
• Apply AI tools to improve operational efficiency in research, planning, and decision-making.
• Use AI-driven analytics to extract insights from organizational data and align decision-making with strategic goals.

People & Culture:

• Lead and mentor a multi-disciplinary AI team with expertise in AI ethics, design thinking, and innovation strategy.
• Build organization-wide innovation literacy and creative confidence through learning and development programs.
• Promote a psychologically safe environment that supports bold thinking and collaborative creativity.

Candidate Profile:

Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven experience in AI strategy, innovation leadership, or digital transformation roles
• Strong knowledge of ethical AI principles, design thinking methodologies, and systems innovation
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and embed innovation culture in large organizations
• Track record of delivering measurable outcomes through AI-driven initiatives

Skills & Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• Passionate about enabling innovation for societal and national benefit
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of innovation in the UAE and beyond. You will work at the intersection of emerging technology, design thinking, and impact delivery — all within an organization that values creativity, experimentation, and purpose.