Nasscom
**Job Title:** Director – ER&D Industry Initiatives
**Company:** Nasscom
Nasscom is a leading industry association for the Indian Information Technology (IT) industry. It plays a crucial role in shaping the future of India’s technology sector through advocacy, policy engagement, and fostering innovation.
**Job Location:** Bangalore
**Job Responsibilities:**
* **Accelerate Industry Growth:** Expand India’s ER&D presence within G2500 firms; support the growth of existing firms; identify and secure high-impact innovation case studies; lead branding initiatives to position India’s ER&D sector globally; capture and amplify insights from global C-Suite leaders; organize global events showcasing Indian innovations; identify and advocate for new growth opportunities; share best practices to accelerate industry learning.
* **Talent Development:** Identify industry talent gaps; onboard Subject Matter Experts (SMEs); lead curation of courseware for training the current and future workforce.
* **Innovation Metrics and Reporting:** Develop metrics to assess industry innovation performance; capture inputs from Nasscom member companies; publish reports; provide data to guide business innovation strategies and assist the government in refining policies.
* **Policy Advocacy:** Identify and advocate for policy frameworks to enhance India’s R&D environment; prepare advocacy notes for state and central governments; lead discussions with government stakeholders to influence policy implementation.
**Experience Required:**
Minimum 20 years of cross-functional experience in strategy, consulting, and marketing within the ER&D sector. Experience should be specifically from an ER&D service provider or an Indian MNC R&D center, covering technology, manufacturing, and energy verticals. A proven track record in leading strategic initiatives and driving business growth is essential.
**Skills and Qualifications:**
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence and engage senior ER&D executives.
* Deep understanding of the ER&D landscape, key industry trends, and challenges across verticals.
* Ability to develop and execute high-impact branding and marketing strategies.
**Reporting To:** Head – ER&D Industry Initiatives
To apply for this job please visit nasscom.in.
