About The University of Manchester:
We are a world-leading research-intensive university that attracts talented students and staff from around the world. Our mission is to be a place of opportunity, innovation and social purpose where people can come together to learn, discover, and make their mark.
**Job Title:** Innovation Ecosystem Manager
**Location:** Oxford Road, Manchester
**Salary:** UoM Grade 7 £46,485 - £56,921
We are seeking an experienced professional to lead our Unit M community engagement programme. The successful candidate will design and deliver activities to engage partners, working with start-ups, scale-ups, and large corporates, universities and other stakeholders to foster collaboration and drive innovation.
**Key Responsibilities:
* To develop and implement a comprehensive programme of activities to engage partners in the Unit M community.
* To work closely with start-ups, scale-ups, and large corporates, universities, and other stakeholders to foster collaboration and drive innovation.
* To identify and pursue opportunities for partnership and collaboration.
**Requirements:
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced professional who has a strong understanding of innovation ecosystems and community engagement. The ideal candidate will have:
* A proven track record of leading community engagement programmes or similar initiatives.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
* Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
**Benefits:** We offer a competitive salary, pension scheme, and a range of benefits, including access to our state-of-the-art facilities and resources.