Job Description
Join InnovateFutures Inc. as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist and help shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking a forward-thinking innovator to decode emerging trends, anticipate societal shifts, and architect transformative strategies for the post-2025 era. This role combines cutting-edge research with practical business acumen to position our organization at the forefront of technological and societal evolution.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and paradigm shifts affecting 2026+ markets
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for long-term business planning and innovation roadmapping
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate future insights into corporate strategy and R&D priorities
- Produce trend reports and scenario analyses for executive decision-making and investor communications
- Design and facilitate strategic workshops with cross-functional teams to embed future-thinking into operations
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions, think tanks, and innovation labs to accelerate foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years experience in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and systemic thinking methodologies
- Proven ability to translate complex future trends into actionable business strategies
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills with data visualization proficiency
- Exceptional communication skills with experience presenting to executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating foresight projects or published trend analysis work