Innovation Specialist

Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY):12/12/2025Worker Type:PermanentLanguage(s) Required:EnglishTerm Duration (in months):Salary Range (plus eligible to receive a performance based incentive, applicable to position) :$105,145 - $142,255 Relentlessly curious futurist wantedAre you ready to shape the future of FCC? As an Innovation Specialist, you’ll connect the dots between the present and our desired future state – then design experiments to explore options that could take us there.You’ll scan trends, spot patterns across industries and provide insights to today’s challenges. Working with a dynamic, cross‑functional team of strategists, designers, technologists and industry experts, you’ll turn bold ideas into real experiences, prototyping new products, services and possibilities for how FCC supports the Canadian agriculture and food industry.What you’ll do:Collaborate with the Innovation Hub team to create and evolve our innovation practice, championing Design Thinking and experimentation as core ways of workingScan industry trends and emerging technologies to identify areas for growth and potential disruption in agriculture and financeTransform research and partner data into actionable intelligence that informs decisions and sparks new ideasCommunicate impact by sharing findings and recommendations across diverse audiences – from technical teams to senior leadership – in clear, compelling waysDefine which problems to explore using Human‑Centred Design and co‑creationBuild and nurture relationships with thought leaders, vendors and external partners to strengthen FCC’s innovation ecosystemDesign, plan, lead and complete end‑to‑end experiments that validate assumptions and accelerate learningPrioritize exploration of emerging trends, technologies and industry topics to keep FCC future‑ready and ahead of the curveWhat we’re looking for:Visionary leader who instinctively builds on the ideas of others and inspires collaboration across teamsConnector and listener who values diverse perspectives and synthesizes them into actionable strategies that drive meaningful outcomesConfident facilitator who feels at ease guiding workshops and discussions in a variety of settings and creates an environment where ideas flourishStrategic thinker who can link evidence and insights to tangible opportunities for the agriculture and finance industries, ensuring decisions are grounded in data and foresightCompelling storyteller who frames complex concepts in ways that engage, influence and inspire stakeholders at all levelsCurious innovator who is creative, adaptable and collaborative, thriving in ambiguity and rapidly changing environments while driving forward‑thinking solutionsWhat you’ll need:A bachelor’s degree in computer science, design, business, or engineering and at least eight years of experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)Human‑Centred Design knowledge and practical knowledge of Design Thinking principles and methodsThe following would be assets:Familiarity with the Microsoft AI platform and ability to self‑serve development tasksExperience with prototypingUnderstanding of the agriculture or finance industryBilingualism (French and English)You belong hereAt FCC, we’re committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace – one that reflects the communities where we live, work and play. Our team is made stronger through diversity, and we’re dedicated to building a workforce that brings together a range of backgrounds, abilities and perspectives.We encourage qualified applicants to apply, including members of these four employment equity groups:Indigenous PeoplesMembers of visible minority groupsPersons with disabilitiesWomenAccessibility and accommodationsTo support an inclusive and accessible candidate experience, we encourage anyone needing an adjustment or accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process to email us at TalentSupplyRecherch@fcc-fac.ca. An HR partner will respond and work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation. Information received in relation to accommodation requests will not impact hiring decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr