SOCAR HQ is looking for a leading economist for Strategic management and innovations Department.

Main job responsibilities:
☑ Supporting the development of internal innovation culture;
☑ Reviewing and optimizing procedures to enhance organizational innovative capacity;
☑ Engaging with stakeholders to foster a culture of innovation;
☑ Involving teams to foster participation in innovation initiatives;
☑ Implementing and overseeing internal idea management programs and actively collaborate with local and international start-ups in core and related business;
☑ Working with the relevant segments to identify, filter and manage innovation opportunities;
☑ Researching recent innovative developments and developing reports;
☑ Facilitating community meet-ups, assist in distributing innovation newsletters, and assisting in organizing innovation events;
☑ Run relevant analysis in order to identify pain points across the value chain and develop program to seek and find innovative solutions in overcoming these points;
☑ Centralization and coordination of innovative proposals across SOCAR Group;
☑ Cooperate with other ecosystem players;
☑ Supporting the design and implementation of educational programs (train the trainer) aimed at fostering an entrepreneurial mindset and culture within SOCAR Group.

Job requirements:
☑ Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics or Finance;
☑ At least 5 years of related experience, preferably in oil and gas industry, private equity and management consulting, innovation ecosystem organizations;
☑ Strong theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of innovation management and startups;
☑ Knowledge in basic principles of finance, accounting and financial modelling, business planning;
☑ Well informed about global, regional and local startup ecosystems;
☑ Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills;
☑ Time management and organizational skills;
☑ Strong leadership and organizational skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously;
☑ Excellent interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with various stakeholders;
☑ Problem-solving skills and strategic thinking;
☑ Computer skills (MS Office);
☑ Fluency in Azerbaijani and English;
☑ ACCA, CIMA, CFA and other certificates are privilege.

What we offer?
☑ Professional work environment;
☑ Competitive salaries and benefits;
☑ Professional development and career opportunities;
☑ Medical insurance and wellness-related perks;
☑ Transportation services.

Interested candidates are welcomed to send their CV’s with the subject “Leading economist for Innovations division” to [email protected].

Applications will be evaluated based on position requirements and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 10.06.2024