* Profile Submission date 28th July, 2025. *
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* JOB DESCRIPTION *
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* Level: SMEs *
* 1. JOB DETAILS ** *
* POSITION TITLE: *
* Officer – Innovation Lab *
* DP WORLD BAND: *
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* DEPARTMENT & *
* DPW
GCC IT – DEP ** *
* BUSINESS UNIT: *
* DP World *
* CC Name Code: *
* DPW
GCC IT – CC **
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* JOB FUNCTION: *
* ID NUMBER: *
* REPORTS TO: *
* Manager
– Innovation Lab ** *
* 2. JOB SUMMARY ** *
Support the IT
Innovating Lab in researching, prototyping, testing, and deploying
cutting-edge digital solutions. Facilitate innovation through collaboration,
experimentation, and alignment with DP World’s digital strategy.
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* 3. KEY RESPONSIBILITY *
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Support execution of digital innovation initiatives and lab experiments.
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Assist in development and testing of prototypes (hardware/software).
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Collaborate with internal teams and external partners/startups to
identify emerging tech.
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Conduct research on new digital tools, trends, and technologies.
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Maintain lab equipment, infrastructure, and inventories.
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Support PoC (Proof of Concept) implementations and monitor pilot
outcomes.
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Prepare technical documentation, user guides, and reports.
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Ensure adherence to IT governance, cybersecurity, and HSE policies.
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Research and Analysis, stay updated with the latest trends and
developments in emerging technologies relevant to the organization’s
industry.
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Conduct in-depth research and analysis to identify potential
applications of emerging technologies for business improvement.
Evaluate the feasibility, benefits, and risks of implementing new
technologies or innovative solutions.
* 4. TECHNICAL
COMPETENCIES ** ** *
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Knowledge of emerging technologies (AI, IoT, Blockchain, etc.)
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Familiarity with prototyping tools and platforms (e.g., Arduino,
Raspberry Pi, etc.)
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Basic software development or scripting skills
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Experience with collaboration tools and agile methodologies
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Ability to analyze technical requirements and translate them into
solutions
* 5. FUNCTIONAL
RELATIONSHIPS *
Internal:
IT Teams, Business Units, Digital Transformation Office
External:
Startups, Technology Partners, Vendors
* 6. DIRECT REPORTS (If
Any) *
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None
* 7.GENERAL
ACCOUNTABILITY *
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Act as an
ambassador for DP World at all times when working; promoting and
demonstrating positive behaviors in harmony with DP World’s Our Principles,
values and culture; ensuring the highest level of safety is applied in all
activities; understanding and following DP World’s Code of Conduct and Ethics
policies
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Ensure to
eliminate/reduce the chance or risks of any type of incident/injury/fatality
and damage to DPW/customer property and environment by guiding operations
team and third party staff to follow HSE rules and regulations, report
incidents and non-conformances and take immediate corrective actions.
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Ensure commitments
and compliance to Information Security Policies in terms of implementation
and monitoring of Information Security Management system in your department
in line with the Information Security Regulation (ISR) policy.
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The job description does not restrict to the
duties mentioned in this section. The
job holder may be required to perform any other related tasks to meet department’s
objectives as assigned by his or her superior.
* 8. FINANCIAL
IMPLICATION / CONTROL (IF APPLICABLE) *
* What portion of the budget amount do you have direct control
or indirect influence? *
* Direct Control: * Amount in AED: NIL
* Indirect Influence: * Amount
in AED: NIL
* 9. QUALIFICATIONS,
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS *
* Essential Qualification: * Bachelor’s in Computer Science, IT, or related field
* Desirable Qualification: * Innovation/Design Thinking Certification
* Work Experience: * 1–3
years in IT, innovation labs, or R&D roles
* Technical skills required
to perform the role: * Prototyping, Programming Basics, Tech Research, Innovation Tools.
* 10. DP WORLD OUR
PRINCIPLES: ** *
* • Prioritize Customer: *
* Customer focus * – Addresses gaps in the
workgroup’s ability to meet emerging customer needs.
Gathers customer satisfaction input on behalf of the team.
Holds others accountable for meeting customer needs.
Aligns business processes to work with those of customers.
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* • Collaborate to Win: *
* Collaborates – * Credits others for
their contributions and accomplishments.
Encourages people to express their views openly.
Facilitates effective collaboration among coworkers and
external partners.
Involves others in making decisions on behalf of the group.
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* Values Differences – * Encourages
others to stay open to, seek, and learn from diverse perspectives.
Creates an environment in which differences are openly shared,
embraced, and incorporated into the team’s activities.
Helps people understand the business value of diversity.
Interacts with others in ways that are sensitive to cultural
norms and expectations.
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* •Deliver Growth: *
* Business insight – * Keeps
others informed of relevant industry developments.
Educates others on the fundamentals of the business and
industry.
Helps others understand their contribution to the success of
the broader organization.
Applies insights of the industry and trends to drive critical
initiatives.
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* Drive outcomes – * Pushes others to achieve results.
Leads others to persist despite setbacks or obstacles.
Fosters a sense of urgency in the team for reaching goals and
meeting deadlines.
Drives a track record of success for the team.
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* •Adapt & Evolve: *
* Demonstrate Self-awareness
– * Shares personal lessons with others to
benefit them and encourage self-awareness.
Knows personal strengths and weaknesses and modifies behaviors
accordingly.
Invites and incorporates constructive feedback from others.
Takes ownership of how personal behavior and style impact
other people.
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* Cultivates innovation * –
Nurtures and develops promising ideas through prototyping and
experimentation.
Challenges others to develop breakthrough solutions.
Ensures that varied perspectives are included in the process
of innovation.
Encourages others to address challenges in new and better
ways.
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* Manages ambiguity – * Looks
for opportunities inherent in the unknown and takes steps to capitalize on
them.
Coaches others in finding solutions and accomplishing goals
despite incomplete information.
During transitions or chaotic conditions, remains calm and
guides the team forward.
Embraces ambiguity and change, helping the workgroup adapt and
remain productive
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* • Build for Better
Future: *
Sustainable Change – Takes a Sustainble approch towards change
Unlock the purpose and potential of our people
Place health, saftey and sustainability at core of our
bussiness
Partner with our community for collactive wellbeing
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