Head of the Strategy Unit (100%)

Adoc Talent Management

Braga
Permanente
Horário completo

Há 1 mês

Adoc Talent Management is assisting a leading international research institute in the search for a Head of the Strategy Unit(Full-time | Based in Portugal)This intergovernmental research organisation is entering a pivotal phase of transformation, focused on institutional performance, global visibility, and international partnerships. As a member of the senior leadership team, the Head of the Strategy Unit will play a central role in shaping and executing the organisation's long-term strategic vision.This role demands a brilliant, diplomatic, and emotionally intelligent strategist capable of translating institutional ambition into clear, structured, and actionable plans. Operating in a multicultural and high-stakes environment, the Head of Strategy will report directly to the Director-General and collaborate closely with top management.Main ResponsibilitiesStrategic Development and Planning

Formulate and implement strategic plans aligned with scientific and geopolitical priorities
Lead the development of multi-annual institutional programmes and initiatives
Translate complex visions into clear and operational action plans

Leadership and Advisory

Serve as strategic advisor to the Director-General and executive leadership
Facilitate high-level decision-making and foresight processes
Ensure cohesive strategic communication across the organisation

Project Coordination

Lead and coordinate key cross-departmental strategic projects
Ensure timely and effective execution with internal PMO and finance teams
Drive institutional change and performance improvement

Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain strategic relationships with governments, academia, industry, and funding bodies
Represent the organisation in intergovernmental and diplomatic contexts
Co-develop communication and visibility strategies with internal stakeholders

Analysis, Reporting and Insight

Deliver structured, quarterly reports on strategic performance and foresight
Monitor external trends in science policy, R&D&I, and funding to inform positioning
Identify strategic risks and opportunities

Sustainability and Innovation

Promote institutional resilience through diversification and sustainability strategies
Identify and initiate interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral collaborations
Facilitate the development of strategic alliances

Additional Tasks

Contribute to internal evaluations and alignment exercises
Support internal knowledge-sharing and strategic cohesion

ProfileEducation
PhD or Master's degree in Strategy, Public Policy, Business Administration, Research Planning, Industrial Management, Economics, or related fieldExperience

Minimum 5 years in a senior strategic leadership role
Experience managing large-scale, cross-functional initiatives in international or intergovernmental R&D environments
Proven advisory capacity at executive or board level
Familiarity with European/international research ecosystems and funding structures
Certifications in strategic or project management are a plus

Skills

Excellent analytical and programme management capabilities
Political awareness, systemic vision, and structured communication
Experience in foresight, performance tracking, and organisational change
Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and influencing skills
High emotional intelligence, creativity, resilience, and intercultural agility

Languages

Fluency in English (mandatory)
Operational knowledge of Portuguese and/or Spanish (required)
French or German is a plus

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of an ambitious and internationally renowned research organisation at a time of transformation and growth.To apply (send your CV and Cover letter) or inquire confidentially, contact Adoc Talent Management.

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