Job Opportunity For Deputy Director- ER&D Industry Initiatives At Nasscom In Bengaluru

Job Details/ Criteria
Basic Functions/ Job Responsibility:
Job Description:

• The Deputy Director- ER&D Industry Initiatives will play a crucial role in identifying and addressing the strategic needs of the ER&D sector, fostering collaboration across the ER&D ecosystem, and ensuring the industry’s continued growth and innovation.
• This position requires a deep understanding of the ER&D landscape, excellent strategic and analytical skills, and the ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Engagement and Relationship Building:
• Collaborate with ER&D C-suite executives and stakeholders to identify sector-specific challenges, opportunities, and priorities.
• Build and maintain impactful relationships with industry leaders, policymakers, and other key stakeholders to advocate and influence positive industry outcomes.
• Engage with the ER&D community to extract insights, disseminate best practices, and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement.
• Act as a key industry representative at events, conferences, and forums, championing the interests and perspectives of the ER&D sector.
• Strategic Initiatives and Program Leadership:
• Spearhead the development and implementation of strategic initiatives and programs that bolster the ER&D industry’s growth and development.
• Collaborate with diverse Industry members and nasscom teams to execute transformative strategies and growth initiatives.
• Forge and sustain partnerships with research/academic entities, governmental agencies, and other pertinent organizations to bolster ER&D initiatives.
• Initiate and coordinate knowledge exchange and networking opportunities through various platforms and events, fostering industry collaboration.
  Research and Analysi
• Keep abreast of emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities within the ER&D sector, integrating these insights into strategic planning and advocacy.
• Monitor key industry developments, regulatory shifts, technological progressions, and policy updates to guide informed decision-making and advocacy.
• Oversee the production of insightful research papers, whitepapers, and case studies that underscore the ER&D industry’s trends, challenges, and prospects.
• Strategic Communications and Thought Leadership:
• Formulate and convey strategic advice to ER&D sector leadership, addressing critical business concerns and goals.
• Cultivate trusted advisor status, establishing strong connections within the ER&D industry.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry advancements and innovations to augment expertise and delivered value.
• Lead workshops and deliver presentations to a variety of stakeholders, disseminating valuable insights and fostering dialogue.
• Contribute to the creation of thought leadership materials and marketing content, showcasing the ER&D sector’s acumen and innovations.
  Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience:
  Qualifications:
• Degree or masters in engineering or related field.
• 15+ years of industry research or consulting experience and 10 years of extensive experience within the ER&D sector, demonstrating profound understanding of its dynamics, challenges, and
• opportunities.
• Proven track record of leading strategic initiatives and fostering industry growth.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills. Leadership and project management expertise.
•  Strong network within the ER&D industry and the ability to engage with high-level stakeholders.