Job Description
Join NextGen Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futures Strategist to architect sustainable pathways for emerging technologies, climate resilience, and societal evolution. This pivotal role combines foresight analysis with actionable strategy development, positioning our organization as a leader in the decade ahead.
You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to decode emerging trends, quantify market opportunities, and design scalable frameworks for 2026 and beyond. If you're passionate about shaping tomorrow's reality today, we invite you to pioneer the future with us.
Responsibilities
- Analyze horizon trends across AI, biotech, climate tech, and quantum computing to identify 2026 inflection points
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for sustainable business adaptation
- Lead stakeholder workshops to align organizational capabilities with future demands
- Quantify market opportunities using predictive modeling and foresight methodologies
- Design innovation pipelines for next-generation product ecosystems
- Produce executive-grade foresight briefs and strategic recommendations
- Partner with R&D to prototype 2026-viable technologies and solutions
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Technology Policy, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and systems thinking
- Proficiency in foresight frameworks (e.g., Delphi, STEEP, causal layered analysis)
- Strong quantitative modeling and data visualization capabilities
- Demonstrated experience translating foresight into actionable business strategy
- Deep understanding of global megatrends impacting 2026-2030
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (preferred)