prEN 18215
(Main)Innovation management professionals - Competence requirements
Innovation management professionals - Competence requirements
This document defines the requirements related to the professional activity of individuals active in the innovation management field at different levels of complexity for all types of organizations, regardless of type, sector, maturity-level or size.
The competence requirements contained in this document are specified based on the identified tasks and activities in terms of knowledge, skills, autonomy and responsibility. The different professional profiles align to the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) to facilitate harmonization to the evaluation and validation of learning outcomes. This document can be used in relation to conformity assessment processes.
Fachleute für Innovationsmanagement - Anforderungen an Wissen, Fähigkeiten, Autonomie und Verantwortlichkeit
Dieses Dokument definiert die Anforderungen, die mit der beruflichen Tätigkeit von Personen zusammenhängen, die im Bereich des Innovationsmanagements auf unterschiedlich komplexen Ebenen für sämtliche Organisationen, unabhängig von Art, Branche, Reifegrad oder Größe, aktiv sind.
Die in diesem Dokument enthaltenen Kompetenzanforderungen werden auf der Grundlage der ermittelten Aufgaben und Tätigkeiten im Hinblick auf Kenntnisse, Fertigkeiten, Selbstständigkeit und Verantwortung festgelegt. Die verschiedenen Berufsprofile orientieren sich am Europäischen Qualifikationsrahmen (EQR), um die Harmonisierung der Bewertung und Validierung von Lernergebnissen zu vereinfachen. Dieses Dokument kann im Rahmen von Konformitätsbewertungsprozessen verwendet werden.
Professionnels du management de l'innovation - Exigences en matière de compétences
Strokovnjaki za upravljanje inovacij - Zahteve za usposobljenost
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-december-2025
Strokovnjaki za upravljanje inovacij - Zahteve za usposobljenost
Innovation management professionals - Competence requirements
Fachleute für Innovationsmanagement - Anforderungen an Wissen, Fähigkeiten,
Autonomie und Verantwortlichkeit
Professionnels du management de l'innovation - Exigences en matière de compétences
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN 18215
ICS:
03.100.30 Vodenje ljudi Management of human
resources
03.100.40 Raziskave in razvoj Research and development
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
October 2025
ICS 03.100.40
English Version
Innovation management professionals - Competence
requirements
Professionnels du management de l'innovation - Fachleute für Innovationsmanagement -
Exigences en matière de compétences Anforderungen an Wissen, Fähigkeiten, Autonomie und
Verantwortlichkeit
This draft European Standard is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 389.
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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
Introduction . 4
1 Scope . 5
2 Normative references . 5
3 Terms and definitions . 5
4 Tasks and activities of professional profiles . 9
4.1 General. 9
4.2 General tasks of professional profiles . 10
4.3 Tasks of the Chief Innovation Officer. 11
4.4 Tasks of the Innovation Manager . 13
4.5 Tasks of the Innovation Specialist . 14
4.6 Tasks of the Innovation Technician . 15
4.7 Tasks of the Innovation Assistant . 16
4.8 Summary of tasks and activities of professional profiles . 17
4.9 Continuing professional development . 18
5 Knowledge, skills, autonomy and responsibility . 18
5.1 General. 18
5.2 Knowledge, skills, autonomy and responsibility of the Chief Information Officer . 19
5.3 Knowledge, skills, autonomy and responsibility of the Innovation Manager . 24
5.4 Knowledge, skills, autonomy and responsibility of the Innovation Specialist . 28
5.5 Knowledge, skills, autonomy and responsibility of the Innovation Technician . 32
5.6 Knowledge, skills, autonomy and responsibility of the Innovation Assistant . 35
Annex A (normative) Elements for the evaluation and validation of learning outcomes . 37
A.1 General. 37
A.2 Elements for accessing the evaluation and validation process . 37
A.3 Assessment methods of competence and specific experience of the professionals
operating in the field of innovation management . 37
A.4 Elements for permanent professional update. 38
Annex B (informative) Professional ethics and code of conduct . 39
B.1 General. 39
B.2 Infrastructure of integrity culture . 39
B.3 The professional integrity charter . 40
B.4 The professional ethics charter . 40
B.5 The professional deontological charter . 41
Annex C (informative) Specialized roles in innovation management . 44
Bibliography . 45
European foreword
This document (prEN 18215:2025) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 389 “Innovation
Management”, the secretariat of which is held by UNE.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
Introduction
Defining the requirements for professional profiles in the field of innovation management is crucial for
identifying the core knowledge, skills, and competencies that define these roles.
This document applies to professional profiles in this domain, irrespective of working methods or types
of employment relationships. The tasks and activities associated with these roles are described based on
the actual functions carried out by professionals across diverse work environments.
The profiles outlined in this document are not intended to be exhaustive but serve as a flexible framework
applicable to various organizational contexts within the innovation management sector.
The document is primarily targeted at professionals seeking career development guidance, organizations
designing their internal innovation management structures and recruitment strategies, and entities
involved in training, accreditation, or certification services.
From a methodological perspective, the following key aspects were established:
— Basic terms and definitions (Clause 3): The terms and definitions adopted are primarily derived from
the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) and relevant EU terminology.
— Tasks and activities identification (Clause 4): To describe the requirements related to knowledge,
skills, autonomy, and responsibility for the specific professional profile, it is essential to first identify
the tasks and specific activities associated with the profession.
— Professional requirements (Clause 5): The requirements for the professional profile are defined in
terms of knowledge, skills, autonomy, and responsibility. Where applicable, expected personal
capabilities are also specified. The level of autonomy and responsibility associated with the
professional activities is indicated, using the EQF descriptors as a reference.
— Elements for the evaluation and validation of learning outcomes (Annex A – normative): This annex
provides useful elements for the objective evaluation and validation of learning outcomes for
professional profiles operating in the field of innovation management, with reference to the
competence elements defined in Clause 5.
— Ethical and deontological aspects (Annex B - informative): This annex includes guidance on
applicable ethical and deontological principles, alongside a general framework for fostering a culture
of professional integrity. This framework is particularly relevant for protecting consumers, users, and
other stakeholders.
— Specialized roles in Innovation Management (Annex C – informative): This annex presents a set of
specialized roles reflecting emerging practices in innovation management, which may complement
the general professional profiles defined in this document.
— Bibliography: A comprehensive list of applicable European references and other relevant documents
is provided to support the accurate understanding and application of this document.
Where relevant, the guidelines specified in the CEN Guide 14:2010 are also followed.
1 Scope
This document defines the requirements related to the professional activity of individuals active in the
innovation management field at different levels of complexity for all types of organizations, regardless of
type, sector, maturity-level or size.
The competence requirements contained in this document are specified based on the identified tasks and
activities in terms of knowledge, skills, autonomy and responsibility. The different professional profiles
align to the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) to facilitate harmonization to the evaluation and
validation of learning outcomes. This document can be used in relation to conformity assessment
processes.
2 Normative references
There are no normative references in this document.
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminology databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https://www.iso.org/obp/
— IEC Electropedia: available at https://www.electropedia.org/
3.1
innovation
new or changed entity, realizing or redistributing value
Note 1 to entry: Novelty and value are relative to, and determined by, the perception of the organization and
relevant interested parties.
Note 2 to entry: An innovation can be a product, service, process, model, method, etc.
Note 3 to entry: Innovation is an outcome. The word “innovation” sometimes refers to activities or processes
resulting in, or aiming for, innovation. When “innovation” is used in this sense, it should always be used with some
form of qualifier, e.g. “innovation activities”.
Note 4 to entry: For the purpose of statistical measurement, refer to the Oslo Manual by OECD/Eurostat [XX].
[SOURCE: ISO 56000:2025, 3.1.1]
3.2
Chief Innovation Officer
professional working in the field of innovation management at a political strategic level with a leading
role
Note 1 to entry: The professional in question is associated with an EQF level of autonomy and responsibility equal
to 8 (see 5.2).
3.3
Innovation Manager
professional working in the field of innovation management at a political-strategic level
Note 1 to entry: The professional in question is associated with an EQF level of autonomy and responsibility equal
to 7 (see 5.3).
3.4
Innovation Specialist
professional working in the field of innovation management at a tactical-managerial level
Note 1 to entry: The professional in question is associated with an EQF level of autonomy and responsibility equal
to 6 (see 5.4).
3.5
Innovation Technician
professional working in the field of innovation management at an operational level
Note 1 to entry: The professional in question is associated with an EQF level of autonomy and responsibility equal
to 5 (see 5.5).
3.6
Innovation Assistant
professional working in the field of innovation management at an operational level, under supervision
Note 1 to entry: The professional in question is associated with an EQF level of autonomy and responsibility equal
to 4 (see 5.6).
3.7
innovation management
management with regard to innovation
Note 1 to entry: Innovation management can include establishing an innovation policy, innovation vision,
innovation strategy, and innovation objectives, and organizational structures and innovation proces
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