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James Hope University
Student Affairs Officer
Lagos, Nigeria
Closing: May 20, 2024
18 days remainingPublished: Apr 22, 2024 (11 days ago)
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The Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at a James Hope Business School plays a key role in fostering an environment of innovation and entrepreneurship among students, faculty, and staff. Responsibilities include:
- Strategic Planning: Developing and implementing strategies to promote innovation and entrepreneurship within the JHBS community. This could involve creating programs, initiatives, and partnerships to support entrepreneurial endeavours.
- Incubator and Accelerator Management: Overseeing university-based incubators or accelerators that provide resources, mentorship, and support to students, faculty, and alumni who are launching start-ups or pursuing innovative projects.
- Resource Allocation: Allocating funds and resources to support innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives, including grants, scholarships, and funding for research and development.
- Partnership Development: Cultivating partnerships with industry, government agencies, investors, and other stakeholders to facilitate collaboration, funding opportunities, and real-world application of innovative ideas and technologies.
- Education and Training: Developing and delivering educational programs, workshops, and training sessions to equip students, faculty, and staff with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in entrepreneurship and innovation.
- Networking and Community Building: Creating opportunities for networking, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing among entrepreneurs, innovators, investors, and other members of the university community.
- Technology Transfer: Facilitating the commercialization of research and intellectual property developed within the university by connecting researchers with potential industry partners, licensing technologies, and supporting start-ups based on university research.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. degree in business administration, entrepreneurship, innovation management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Extensive experience (typically 5-10 years) in entrepreneurship, innovation management, technology commercialization, or a related field, preferably in a university setting.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate individuals and teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and engage diverse stakeholders.
- Proven track record of successful program development, partnership building, and resource allocation.
- Knowledge of intellectual property, technology transfer, and start-up ecosystem dynamics.
- Familiarity with funding sources, grants, and investment opportunities for entrepreneurship and innovation.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in entrepreneurship and innovation efforts.
Responsibilities
The Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at a James Hope Business School plays a key role in fostering an environment of innovation and entrepreneurship among students, faculty, and staff. Responsibilities include:
- Strategic Planning: Developing and implementing strategies to promote innovation and entrepreneurship within the JHBS community. This could involve creating programs, initiatives, and partnerships to support entrepreneurial endeavours.
- Incubator and Accelerator Management: Overseeing university-based incubators or accelerators that provide resources, mentorship, and support to students, faculty, and alumni who are launching start-ups or pursuing innovative projects.
- Resource Allocation: Allocating funds and resources to support innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives, including grants, scholarships, and funding for research and development.
- Partnership Development: Cultivating partnerships with industry, government agencies, investors, and other stakeholders to facilitate collaboration, funding opportunities, and real-world application of innovative ideas and technologies.
- Education and Training: Developing and delivering educational programs, workshops, and training sessions to equip students, faculty, and staff with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in entrepreneurship and innovation.
- Networking and Community Building: Creating opportunities for networking, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing among entrepreneurs, innovators, investors, and other members of the university community.
- Technology Transfer: Facilitating the commercialization of research and intellectual property developed within the university by connecting researchers with potential industry partners, licensing technologies, and supporting start-ups based on university research.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. degree in business administration, entrepreneurship, innovation management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Extensive experience (typically 5-10 years) in entrepreneurship, innovation management, technology commercialization, or a related field, preferably in a university setting.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate individuals and teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and engage diverse stakeholders.
- Proven track record of successful program development, partnership building, and resource allocation.
- Knowledge of intellectual property, technology transfer, and start-up ecosystem dynamics.
- Familiarity with funding sources, grants, and investment opportunities for entrepreneurship and innovation.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in entrepreneurship and innovation efforts.
- Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to individuals and teams engaged in entrepreneurial activities, including business planning, market research, and fundraising.
- Facilitate the commercialization of JHBS research and intellectual property by connecting researchers with industry partners, licensing technologies, and supporting start-up ventures.
- Develop and implement metrics and evaluation methods to assess the impact and effectiveness of innovation and entrepreneurship programs and initiatives.
- Serve as a liaison between academic departments, administrative units, and external partners to promote a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship across the university.
- Stay informed about trends, best practices, and emerging opportunities in innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology commercialization.
- Conduct original research in the field of innovation, entrepreneurship, and related areas, with a focus on generating new knowledge and insights that contribute to academic scholarship and practice.
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals, books, conference proceedings, and other scholarly outlets to disseminate knowledge and advance the field.
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