Head, Scouting & Insights

1. Role Purpose

The Head, Scouting & Insights leads the Scouting & Insights Unit and is responsible for generating strategic insights, identifying emerging technologies, and building a strong pipeline of startups and technologies relevant to public safety and homeland security innovation.

The role oversees concept development, market and technology trend analysis, proactive tech scouting, startup engagement, due diligence, and technical validation activities. It ensures that Hatch and its Mission Partners (MPs) have access to high-quality insights, validated technologies, and well-curated innovation opportunities.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Leadership of the Scouting & Insights Unit

• Lead, manage, and develop team comprising Analysts, Technologists, and Scouting Specialists.
• Establish clear functional priorities, workflows, and standards across concept development, trend reporting, scouting, and validation.
• Oversee te...