Specialist, Large-Scale Industrial Technology Adoption job opportunity at World Economic Forum.



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World Economic Forum Specialist, Large-Scale Industrial Technology Adoption
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Specialist, Large-Scale Industrial Technology Adoption The World Economic Forum, committed to improving the state of the world, is the international organization for public-private cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. Why we are recruiting Lighthouse OS (LOS) is a flagship initiative of the World Economic Forum designed to translate the proven impact of the Global Lighthouse Network into scalable, country-level operating models for industrial transformation. The Global Lighthouse Network was established to recognize manufacturing sites and value chains that demonstrate world-class deployment of advanced technologies, achieving step-change improvements in productivity, sustainability, resilience and workforce outcomes. Building on these insights, Lighthouse OS codifies the capabilities, transformation pathways and ecosystem enablers that underpin Lighthouse success, transforming site-level excellence into nationally deployable models for inclusive, technology-driven growth. A key enabler of this effort is Lighthouse OS’s global digital platform, which scales knowledge through case studies, interactive tools and shared transformation assets. As Lighthouse OS expands globally, the Forum is seeking a Specialist to support a core workstream focused on advancing national ecosystem transformation. This is an externally oriented role at the intersection of research, ecosystem engagement and digital knowledge scaling. The Specialist will contribute to the design and implementation of national Lighthouse OS applications, helping translate LOS principles into practical, country-level approaches for industry transformation. The role includes conducting research and analysis, supporting the development of transformation blueprints and knowledge assets, coordinating inputs across stakeholders, and helping ensure high-quality delivery of workstream outputs. Working closely with governments, industry partners and internal teams, the Specialist will help enable scalable and inclusive adoption of advanced technologies. Reporting Lines & Interactions Reports to: Lead, Lighthouse OS Works closely with: Forum Advanced Manufacturing & Supply Chains (AMSC) team, Global Lighthouse Network team, Platform leadership, C4IR affiliate networks, CRTG, country industrial policy External interactions: Government representatives, industry partners, technology providers, regional partners Breakdown of main responsibilities 40% Programme coordination and delivery 30% Content development and knowledge management 20% Stakeholder engagement and community management 10% Events and workshops support The successful candidate will be assessed on Support the implementation of national manufacturing transformation blueprints based on the Lighthouse Operating System (LOS), with a focus on operationalizing frameworks, tools, and methodologies at country and regional level. Lead analytical and implementation workstreams underpinning national Lighthouse OS applications, including LOS assessments, data models, benchmarking, and readiness diagnostics across different industry segments, including SMEs. Leverage and further develop the Lumina digital platform as a core delivery vehicle, supporting data ingestion, analysis, visualization, and deployment of Lighthouse OS insights across geographies. Translate global Lighthouse OS frameworks into practical implementation approaches, adapting tools and data requirements to different national and regional contexts. Work closely with technical counterparts, including local and global C4IRs, delivery partners, and data and technology teams, to support deployment, testing, and scaling of Lighthouse OS tools. Support the codification of implementation learnings, data points, and evidence from pilots and regional deployments into improvements of Lighthouse OS frameworks, assessments, and digital tools. Contribute to the development and maintenance of global knowledge assets, including toolkits, methodologies, dashboards, case studies, and implementation guidance. Coordinate inputs across internal teams and partners to ensure consistency, quality, and usability of Lighthouse OS content and tools. Support workshops, technical sessions, and working groups with governments, industry partners, and ecosystem stakeholders focused on implementation and execution. Preferred Requirements and Experience University degree in engineering, data science, economics, public policy, industrial engineering, computer science, or a related field. 3–6 years of relevant professional experience in manufacturing, technology, data analytics, consulting, industrial policy implementation, or digital transformation programmes. Strong analytical skills, with experience working with data, assessments, benchmarks, or diagnostic tools in complex transformation contexts. Hands-on experience with digital platforms, data tools, dashboards, or knowledge management systems, and comfort working at the intersection of technology, data, and operations. Good understanding of manufacturing and supply chains as systems, including technology adoption, operational processes, and enabling capabilities. Experience working with or alongside multi-stakeholder initiatives, governments, innovation hubs, or international organizations is an asset. Ability to translate complex frameworks into practical, implementable tools and guidance for diverse users, including SMEs. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage but not required. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across multiple workstreams and geographies. Motivation to grow into a senior role leading large-scale, cross-country implementation of industrial transformation programmes. Why work at the Forum: The Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change!

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