Manager - Centre of Innovation & Entrepreneurship

4 months ago


Auckland City, New Zealand University of Auckland Full time

**Job Description** Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity**

An opportunity has emerged for an operational people-focused **Manager**, for the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE), who is passionate about enabling the entrepreneurial potential of students and staff at the University of Auckland.

As a member of the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship’s leadership team, the Manager will be responsible for working with the Director to ensure the success of the CIE. The Manager will work with the CIE Director to develop strategic and operating plans for CIE and lead the execution of the agreed objectives. The CIE Manager leads the CIE Programme and Hub and Operations teams to execute these plans.

This is a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours/week) position, with a salary range is $120,000 - $140,000 per annum depending on skills & experience. _Please note this role requires work outside of normal business hours, including evenings._

For more detailed information please refer to the Position Description.

**Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team**

The University of Auckland Business School’s Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) brings innovative and entrepreneurial potential to life. CIE delivers a range of educational opportunities designed to support innovative careers and start-up creation. These include inspirational seminars, workshops, technology training, innovation programmes, start-up ideation, venture competitions, and an incubator.

Internationally recognised, CIE has won 12 global awards since 2020, including Waipapa Taumata Rau being named the Entrepreneurial University of the Year for Asia-Pacific in 2020 and runner-up in 2023. We encourage prospective applicants to explore our website.

**He kōrero mōu | About you**

Operating at a mid-senior level, you will have solid commercial experience and knowledge of the Auckland region's major organisations and its entrepreneurial ecosystem. Alternatively, you have knowledge of, and practical experience in, another well-developed entrepreneurial ecosystem overseas.

Passionate about developing people, whether it’s the CIE team, participants in our programmes or members of our broader community, you take pride in seeing others thrive. Your leadership style is values-led and coaching-oriented, which has enabled you to build a strong track record in people management and development. You’ll love being the steady hand that supports your team’s success.

In addition to your leadership capabilities, you excel in stakeholder management and are committed to collaborative, results-oriented ways of working. Your exceptional relationship-building skills are at the core of your success. You have a natural ability to connect with a diverse range of people, from students and academic staff to contractors, sponsors, and donors. Your approach is one of open communication and mutual respect, which enables you to engage and influence others effectively.

You bring a wealth of experience in designing and delivering impactful programmes, conferences or events from an operational perspective and your ability to lead a team in executing a diverse portfolio of offerings is one of your key strengths. You thrive on the challenge of driving improvements and efficiencies in operational processes, always seeking ways to enhance the delivery and effectiveness of programs. Your strategic mindset allows you to see the bigger picture, while your attention to detail ensures that every initiative is executed flawlessly. The prospect of refining and optimizing processes excites you, as you are constantly looking for opportunities to improve and elevate the quality and impact of your area of responsibility for the teams success.
**Additional Information** Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer**

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities.

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

- Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
- Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
- A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.

For more information please visit Staff Benefits.

**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply**

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of **6th September 2024** to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

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