Ready2Launch Program Manager - Jobs in Halifax, NS

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Position DetailsPosition InformationPosition Title Ready2Launch Program ManagerDepartment/Unit Research ServicesLocation HalifaxPosting Number S376-22Employee Group DPMGPosition Type TermDuration of Contract (if applicable) Position to end March 31, 2024Employment Type Full TimeFull-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0Salary $62,936 - $84,312 per annumClassification ADM-06Provisional StatementAbout Dalhousie UniversityDalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.Job SummaryDal Innovates provides opportunities for students and faculty at Dalhousie University to explore and experience innovation and entrepreneurship and develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to translate new ideas into innovations. We empower our students & faculty to be the best innovators, creators, and entrepreneurs and make an impact on local and global challenges. Ready2Launch (R2L) is a 12-week virtual summer acceleratorprogram providing participating teams with the skills and resources to go from concept stage to business ready stage.R2L develops innovative and entrepreneurial skills, mindset, and resilience in founders and empowers them to thrive in the innovation economy. Reporting to the Associate Director, the Manager implements and manages the Ready2Launch program and Impactify program. Additionally, the Manager supports the Associate Director on operations of the unit and special projects.Key Responsibilities

• Program management, including planning, designing, and delivering programs, working with facilitators to develop topics and participants, preparing materials for activities, and providing on-site assistance during program delivery.
• Work closely with other R2L site stakeholders, and faculties across Dalhousie, and other Atlantic Canadian institutions, to ensure effective design, communication, and engagement for all events and R2Lprogramming.
• Develop a recruitment strategy to increase R2L program participants.
• Engagement of key stakeholder groups through individual outreach and events.
• Administration of the R2L program, including managing finances and budgeting.
• Support and lead special projects with the Associate Director.

NoteThis posting is renewable and contingent on external funding. Occasional evening and weekend work is required.The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.QualificationsMaster’s degree in business or a technical field such as life sciences, or engineering plus three to five years of experience in business and project management (or an equivalent combination of training and experience) is required. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in, innovation/ entrepreneurship programs, project management, venture management at an incubator, accelerator, or start-up. A high degree of organizational skill, interpersonal acumen and problem solving ability is required to provide oversight in balancing the multiple priorities, partners, facilities and programs. Excellent oral and written communication skills, enthusiasm for working with and encouraging students, and a high degree of skill. Desirable skills include coaching and mentorship to students, facilitation and financial administration.Job CompetenciesThe successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular:

• Integrity
• Thinking and Acting Strategically
• Resource & Process Management
• Accountability for Performance & Results
• Change & Innovation

Additional InformationDalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.Application ConsiderationApplications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.Diversity StatementDalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons with a disability, racialized persons, including persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.Posting Detail InformationNumber of Vacancies 1Open Date 09/14/2022Close Date 09/22/2022Open Until Filled NoSpecial Instructions to ApplicantQuick Apply

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