> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1516515-director-of-tech-innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1516515-director-of-tech-innovation). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director of Tech Innovation - **Company:** Meliore Foundation (FUP) - **Location:** Belgium (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Architecture, Data Security, Generative AI, Data Management - **Published:** July 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://be.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b776d0eb407c57bd ## About the Role We are looking for a visionary yet practical technology leader who can translate emerging tech into high-impact strategies for global strategic communications. You will thrive in this role if you combine deep hands-on familiarity with AI and automation, a strategic understanding of media/political landscapes, and proven expertise in managing external vendors and cross-functional partners., * 7+ years of experience leading, designing, and deploying digital, AI, or automation technologies that serve as a force multiplier for organisational impact. * Demonstrated success sourcing, procuring, and managing external technical vendors, agencies, freelancers, and service providers to deliver complex tech builds on time and within budget. * Background or strong familiarity with strategic communications, political campaigns, media monitoring, or digital narrative tracking. * Experience working within multi-regional, remote-first, or matrixed international organisations. Technical & Innovation Expertise * Deep understanding of current and emerging technology trends, particularly Generative AI, automation workflows, and data management systems. * Familiarity with digital governance, AI ethics, data security, and creating guardrails for responsible tech usage in sensitive or high-stakes environments. * Proven ability to rapidly prototype, test, and pilot speculative tools, turning viable concepts into fully integrated organisational capabilities. Leadership & Core Competencies * Exceptional ability to demystify complex technical concepts, AI tools, and data architectures for non-technical leadership, campaign partners, and board-level stakeholders. * Strong horizon-scanning skills to identify technological risks, opportunities, and gaps across the philanthropic and strategic communications sector. * Highly self-motivated with a problem-solving orientation, comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast-evolving global network., * Proven track record of using innovative ideation, design, and implementation of technology as a force multiplier * Familiarity with strategic and/or political communications strategy * Ability to source from a variety of service providers as needed, and manage them through to project completion * Ability to communicate about technical concepts in a clear and easily understood way * Fluency in written and spoken English, our working language; Nice to haves: * Additional languages are an asset. ## Description We are seeking a Director of Tech Innovation to shape and lead the adoption and application of emerging technologies that advance our mission and strategic objectives. This role will ensure the effective use of artificial intelligence, automation, and digital tools across the organization to drive impact. The role will report to the Chief Programme Development Officer. The Director will develop innovative approaches for programmatic areas like deployment, analysis, research, testing, content development, and data management through the application of artificial intelligence. They will also provide strategic leadership in evaluating, validating, and developing technology solutions that address critical organizational challenges and workflow automation tools. This role is also expected to ensure Meliore's readiness for the emerging technologies that will have impact on the space. The Director will assess technological trends, opportunities and risks, lead experimentation, and position the network to capitalize on early-mover advantages. 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