Head of Research, Development & Innovation (RDI)

Job Description

Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) seeks a Head of Research, Development & Innovation to lead the RDI function, aligning it with the company’s strategic objectives. The role involves establishing a research and innovation agenda, managing projects, and driving technological advancements in air traffic management. The position requires strategic leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and compliance with governance and risk management standards.

Requirements

• Postgraduate tertiary qualification in Science, Business Management, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in conducting and managing research, development, and innovation in a technological environment, preferably air traffic services/management
• At least 5 years of experience at a managerial level
• Experience in conducting and publishing research
• Leadership Development qualification (advantageous)

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage a strategic research and innovation agenda aligned with business strategy
• Provide strategic leadership to achieve RDI business objectives
• Develop and implement the RDI strategy and value proposition
• Drive delivery of RDI projects within time, budget, and quality requirements
• Analyze trends and metrics to inform solution development
• Conduct or commission strategic market, industry, and technology research
• Develop a roadmap for ATNS’s future in collaboration with stakeholders
• Manage the end-to-end innovation management process
• Provide thought leadership aligned with ATNS vision
• Benchmark RDI service delivery against global best practices
• Manage and implement a robust governance framework
• Monitor and measure compliance with ATNS policies and legislation
• Lead risk assessment and issue management for RDI projects
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders
• Develop and manage the RDI budget
• Ensure compliance with financial policies
• Manage staff in accordance with HC policies
• Ensure availability of skilled staff to meet current and future needs
• Promote high levels of discipline and performance standards