Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. as we pioneer the future landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends, design transformative roadmaps, and position our organization at the forefront of innovation. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate technological disruptions, societal shifts, and market evolutions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop actionable strategies that shape our 2026 agenda, ensuring sustainable growth and competitive advantage in an accelerating world.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive forces impacting 2026 business landscape
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for long-term organizational resilience
- Design innovation roadmaps integrating AI, sustainability, and human-centric technologies
- Partner with cross-functional teams to embed future-ready principles into product development
- Present compelling strategic narratives to executive stakeholders and board members
- Establish thought leadership through white papers, industry forums, and predictive modeling
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, trend analysis, or futurist consulting
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and disruptive technology forecasting
- Deep understanding of global megatrends (AI ethics, climate resilience, bioeconomy)
- Exceptional data synthesis and storytelling capabilities for executive audiences
- Experience with futures research methodologies (Delphi, SWOT, STEEP analysis)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred