Position
The Agtech and Logistics Hub Innovation Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management and ongoing development of the Hub’s accelerator and open innovation programs.
The position will provide mentoring and support to teams including the preparation of program materials, host workshops and events, and liaison with mentor networks.
Working closely with Agtech Hub directors and managers, the Innovation Program Manager will support the development of strong partnerships across the entrepreneurship ecosystem to support Agtech and Logistics Hub startups.
Duties
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Strategy, planning and reporting
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- Develop all necessary Agtech and Logistics Hub program plans and reports, as required
- Ensure all Agtech and Logistics Hub activities and program outcomes are clearly reported
- Continue to evolve and enhance the accelerator and open innovation programs based on international best-practice, founder and stakeholder feedback. This includes the development of relevant proposals, program descriptions, budgets, establishment plans and promotion.
Manage Agtech and Logistics Hub accelerator and open innovation programs
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- Ensure the Agtech and Logistics Hub programs are strongly supported though the development and management of a strong pipeline of high quality applicant founders and startups
- Ensure Agtech and Logistics Hub startups are connected to the broader Ventures’ network to assist them at appropriate times including other UQ units, specific advisors and investors
- Provide day to day oversight and responsibility for the program delivery
- Management of Agtech and Logistics Hub support staff.
Engagement and communication
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- Ensure the successes of the Agtech and Logistics Hub programs and participating startups are clearly communicated with the startup ecosystem
- Identify and manage partner relationships specific to the Agtech and Logistics Hub programs where partners provide specific services and support to founders selected to participate in the Agtech and Logistics Hub programs
Financial management
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- Manage the Agtech and Logistics Hub expenditures within the approved budget
- Ensure all expenditures on programs whether direct or by participants via grants are justified, recorded, auditable and accounted for
- Identify and progress opportunities for securing financial support for Ventures startup and scaleup programs.
Selection criteria
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- A degree in business, entrepreneurship, or innovation management and/or equivalent substantial commercial experience in a relevant area
- Extensive experience and functional management in program development and delivery of accelerator, incubator and co-working programs and experience and understanding in evaluating early-stage start-up propositions from technology, commercial, IP, founder and market perspective
- A strong understanding of early-stage founder challenges either as a previous startup founder, or in roles that have extensively supported startup founders
- Strong network of contacts and collaborations amongst local, national and global entrepreneurship ecosystems including startup founders, mentors and investors with demonstrated experience in developing networks, building relationships and operationalising partnerships
- Demonstrated leadership, communication and negotiation skills including the ability to liaise, negotiate and work with staff and stakeholders at all levels
- Staff management, planning and organisational skills, including a demonstrated ability to multi- task, prioritise, establish work priorities, meet timelines, and manage multiple complex projects, programs and events simultaneously
For more information or to apply, email thomas.hall@agrifoodconnect.com.au