We’re looking for a candidate to fill this position in an exciting company.
Schedule, attend and follow up on projects meetings and ensure projects deliverables are met
Act as the central Point of Contact (POC) with regards to all projects and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure reports and submissions are timely and accurate
Provide secretariate support to working committee and governing board
Strategize and position centre research & development solutions and services to seek out new opportunities and expand/enhance existing opportunities
Work and collaborate with industry partners to formulate new projects and secure funding for the research centre
Perform business development outreach activities with external parties to forge partnerships
Support towards planning and overseeing of networking events and activities organized to foster industry collaborations and entrepreneurship development
Establishing good working relationships with collaborators and industry partners
Carry out research and analysis of market gaps and needs of the industry in relation to the projects carried out within the centre
Promote and drive innovation in technologies, processes, and tools for existing projects
Bachelor degree in any field with at least 10 years of relevant experience including industry experience
Excellent negotiation, oral and written communication with excellent inter-personal skills
Able to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders effectively
Meticulous with strong planning & organizational skills
Strong analytical and project management skills
Able to work under tight deadlines, multi-task and work in a fast- moving environment
Must be adept at reading complex research and license agreements; diagnosing complex business, interpersonal, and interorganisational issues
Ability to multi-task, self-motivated, proactive and able to work independently, and in a team