Coordinator, Pre-Startup Programs

• Contribute to empowering the next generation of innovators and leaders.
• Work within a vibrant innovation ecosystem
• Engage in diverse responsibilities that offer both challenge and variety
• Full Time Fixed Term Position with Flexibility for Part Time

Be challenged and imagine with us

The Coordinator of Pre-Startup Programs will contribute to the day-to-day coordination of high school and University student engagement initiatives within the Integrated Innovation Network (I2N). Tasked with servicing our Pre-Startup programs, and particularly the Startups @ School initiative, funded by the NSW Government, the role involves inspiring students to consider the pursuit of technology-enabled entrepreneurship. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in planning, coordination, and execution of Pre-Startup programs, including logistics, venue bookings, promotion, and participant recruitment.
• Contributing to KPI outcomes for Pre-Startup engagement initiatives, in particular the Startup @ Schools initiative.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with I2N, related parts of University of Newcastle, I2N affiliated entrepreneurs, and high school contacts including career advisors and teachers.
• Providing speaker training for I2N affiliated entrepreneurs.
• Coordinating incursions with high schools across the Lower Hunter and Central Coast region.
• Recording data on student participation and sentiment towards entrepreneurship.
• Reporting on progress and recommend improvements to optimise student engagement.
• Attending relevant engagement events to advocate for University and I2N programs.
• Monitoring project expenditure and processing accounts payable and receivable.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of impact measurement systems.
• Providing guidance and support to team members and interns. 

This Fixed Term position is full time at a HEW 6 Higher Education Level and will be primarily based at I2N Hub Honeysuckle (Newcastle City Campus on Awabakal and Worimi land) with travel across University campuses including Callaghan, John Hunter Hospital, Ourimbah and Gosford, and Lower Hunter and Central Coast regions as required for Startups @ School high school incursions.

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. 

For more information click here – Our Uni. About the Research & Innovation Division

The Research and Innovation (R&I) Division promotes and enhances the University's strong and vibrant research culture by attracting, training, and supporting researchers and industry partnerships to solve real-world problems. 

About the Integrated Innovation Network (I2N)

The I2N accelerates commercialisation and industry engagement between University researchers, students, and alumni with industry to unlock the real-world application and commercial potential of research and business discovery. This is achieved through a suite of capability building programs and activities to grow a pipeline of start-ups and scale-ups in the Hunter and Central Coast regions.  

What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 

• The remuneration for this position is from $90,316 - $99,655p.a. + superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience
• Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy
• 17% super and salary packaging
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
• Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more
• Wellbeing programs 

Your next steps 

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If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application. 

Your application must include: 

• Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
• A statement addressing the Essential and Desirable Criteria listed below:

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA 

1. Relevant tertiary qualifications (education/entrepreneurship) with at least 4 years’ relevant subsequent experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
2. Experience designing and delivering events, workshops, hackathons, innovation challenges, and/or pre-accelerators, and working with secondary and/or University students and other diverse groups in the delivery of education programs.
3. Outstanding organisational skills with a proven ability to deal with multiple tasks, manage projects effectively, establish priorities and meet deadlines.
4. Confident presentation, facilitation, and workshop delivery skills to deliver program content and manage discussions and activities with program participants.

 DESIRABLE CRITERIA

1. Knowledge of technology-enabled entrepreneurship / startups, either building one or working in one.

 Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words). 

For specific position enquiries, please contact name Nick Stevens via email ************@newcastle.edu.au

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: **********@newcastle.edu.au

Closing date: Tuesday 2nd April 2024 at 11.59pm AEDT

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

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