Program Manager, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub

3 days ago


Hempstead, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

About InsideHigherEd:

InsideHigherEd is a leading online source for news, opinion, and resources for professionals in higher education. When you work at InsideHigherEd, you join a team of talented professionals committed to providing high-quality content and services to support the success of colleges and universities. The work we do at InsideHigherEd supports the education and well-being of students, and the workforce of the future. While working towards this mission, employees can take advantage of many enriching experiences on campus. Whether it's a lunchtime lecture, a Division I NCAA athletics game, a musical concert, a theatre performance, or a visit to one of our two accredited museums, there is always something exciting to do at InsideHigherEd. Enjoy the ease of going to the fitness center, taking a swim, or grabbing a bite to eat without having to leave our beautiful campus InsideHigherEd is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.

Position Title:

Program Manager, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub

Position Overview:

The Program Manager, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub will be responsible for managing all aspects of the program, coordinating logistics, and working with multiple partners at InsideHigherEd and in the community to achieve the program goals. This is a grant-funded position. This position may be reviewed annually upon approval of the funding from the sponsor. This position is contingent upon grant funding.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leads outreach efforts including enrolling new mentors and mentees and facilitating mentor/mentee matches.
  • Organizes and implements training programs including developing and planning all workshops, recruiting instructors, and managing their workflow.
  • Facilitates technical assistance to the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub client companies including marketing, accounting and legal services, client linkages, and mentorship.
  • Assists Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub client companies in gaining access to capital through loans, grants, and other funding sources.
  • Develops a marketing plan for the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub.
  • Interviews potential clients.
  • Assists clients with preparing minority and women-owned business enterprise (MWBE) certification applications for the state.
  • Coordinates with the Assistant Director, Grant Writing and Management to monitor and track participant progress on the training programs.
  • Supports and collaborates with the Associate Director, Community Engagement and Initiatives, on outreach to various constituencies to increase participation in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub programming.
  • Maintains and updates Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub program client files and records including intake/update forms, client surveys and assessment forms.
  • Works with the Assistant Director, Grant Writing and Management to track Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub program goals and metrics.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • At least 3-5 years of experience with project management.
  • Flexible schedule and the ability to attend evening workshops and events on Saturdays.
  • Experience working with small businesses.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree preferred.
  • Bilingual/Spanish-speaking skills a plus.
  • Knowledge of the minority and women-owned business procurement process.
  • Relationships with higher education community-based organizations.

Salary/Salary Range:

$65,000



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