Senior Innovation Officer (Re-advertised)

Ethswitch S.C.
Full time Posted: Jun 30, 2026
Career Level
Senior(5-8 years)
Location
Addis Ababa
Salary
Deadline
Jul 07, 2026
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About This Role

This is not a traditional IT or marketing role — it sits at the intersection of strategy, product thinking, and organizational change. As the Senior Innovation Officer at Ethswitch, you will be expected to design and drive innovation frameworks that translate creative ideas into measurable business outcomes. The role suits a professional who can bridge technical insight with commercial discipline and is comfortable leading cross-functional teams without direct authority over all of them.

What the Requirements Say About This Role

The requirement for a degree in fields as varied as Computer Science or Marketing Management signals that Ethswitch values versatility over narrow specialization. The four years of experience, combined with the senior-level label, suggests they are looking for someone with a track record of initiating and delivering tangible innovation projects — not just generating ideas. The profile sought is likely a hybrid thinker who can speak the language of both technology and business, and who has already navigated the gap between creativity and execution in a structured environment.

How to Approach This Application

Your application should lead with specific examples of innovation projects you have taken from concept to measurable outcome — whether that was a new product, a process improvement, or a digital transformation initiative. Emphasize your ability to work across departments and influence without authority, as cross-functional leadership is central to this role. Avoid generic statements about being "creative" — instead, demonstrate disciplined execution by showing how you prioritized, funded, and governed an innovation portfolio.

Best Fit

Who This Role Suits

This role is best suited for a seasoned professional with 5–8 years of cross-functional experience who has already proven they can turn ideas into results within a structured organization. Given the re-advertisement and the niche nature of the position, competition may be moderate but the employer is likely seeking a precise fit — so tailored preparation will set you apart.

The Senior Innovation Officer (SIO) is the organization’s lead catalyst for innovation, responsible for defining and executing strategies that drive sustainable growth, digital transformation, and lasting competitive advantage. The SIO identifies emerging opportunities that align with the company’s strategic goals, fosters a culture of creativity, leads cross-functional teams, governs the innovation portfolio, and converts ideas into measurable business outcomes bridging creative insight with disciplined execution to make innovation a core engine of long-term success.

  • BA/BSc/MBA/MA/MSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Marketing Management, Entrepreneurship or related fields of studies. 
  • 4 years of relevant experience 

How To Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application with non-returnable CV, educational qualifications and work experience to hr@ethswitch.com, stating the title of the position clearly on the subject line. Qualified female applicants are highly encouraged.

*Please be aware that it is mandatory to attach your credentials (educational qualifications and work experience) along with your CV. Submitting only your CV is not sufficient.

*Please be advised that all applicants’ Educational Credentials will be verified with the respective higher institutions.

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