Director, Next Generation Partnership And Incubation

Req ID: 261525
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We are currently seeking a Director, Next Generation Partnership and Incubation to join our team in San Francisco, California (US-CA), United States (US).
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Innovation leader to support our Next Generation Partnership and Incubation Program in the North America region. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting innovation, forging strategic partnerships, conducting research activities, and incubating groundbreaking projects to shape the future of our organization.
Key Responsibilities:

• Partnership Development: - Establish and nurture strategic partnerships with external organizations, startups, research institutions, tech aggregators, VC firms, and industry leaders. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify potential partners that can enhance our innovation capabilities.

• Research Activities - conduct research by accessing 3rd party subscription services (pitchbook, cb insights, etc) to identify upcoming start-ups and next gen partners in all emerging and growth technology themes. Attend various conferences to keep abreast of the latest technologies, trends, and start-ups in the required areas of focus.

• Incubation Program Management: - Oversee the end-to-end incubation process, from ideation to execution, ensuring successful project development. - Provide guidance and mentorship to incubated teams, fostering a culture of innovation and creativity.

• Resource Allocation: - Manage budgets and resources effectively to support the incubation program's growth and success. - Evaluate project proposals and allocate resources to projects with the highest potential for innovation and impact.

• Risk Management: - Identify potential risks and challenges associated with incubated projects and develop mitigation strategies. - Monitor the progress of projects and make data-driven decisions to optimize outcomes.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: - Collaborate closely with various departments, including Opcos, R&D, marketing, sales, and legal, to ensure alignment and successful implementation of incubated projects.

• Reporting and Measurement: - Establish KPIs and performance metrics to assess the impact and success of the program. - Provide regular updates to senior leadership on the program's progress and achievements.

Qualifications: -

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; MBA or other advanced degree is preferred.
• Proven track record of supporting innovation and leading successful incubation programs.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to identify strategic opportunities.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with external partners and internal stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Experience in budget management and resource allocation.

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 6+ years' experience supporting innovation and leading successful incubation programs.

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About NTT DATA Services
NTT DATA Services is a recognized leader in IT and business services, including cloud, data and applications, headquartered in Texas. As part of NTT DATA, a $30 billion trusted global innovator with a combined global reach of over 80 countries, we help clients transform through business and technology consulting, industry and digital solutions, applications development and management, managed edge-to-cloud infrastructure services, BPO, systems integration and global data centers. We are committed to our clients' long-term success. Visit nttdata.com or LinkedIn to learn more.
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