Lead Program Manager

2 weeks ago

Portland, Oregon, United States Gulf of Maine Research Institute Full time
Job Overview

Position Title: Senior Program Manager - Ventures

Reporting To: Chief Ventures Officer

Compensation Level: 9 Salary Range: $78,589 - $141,522

Starting Salary: $90,000 - $110,000

About Us:

The Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI) is committed to creating collaborative solutions for pressing oceanic challenges. Our mission is to enhance the resilience of the Gulf of Maine ecosystem and support the communities that rely on it. Gulf of Maine Ventures, our innovation and entrepreneurship division, has successfully assisted over 80 early-stage blue tech enterprises in recent years through initiatives focused on company formation, industry networking, scaling, and investment.

Position Summary:

The Senior Program Manager will play a crucial role in supporting the Gulf of Maine Ventures team by overseeing early-stage startup incubator and accelerator initiatives. This position will focus on 1-2 specific programs and their associated portfolio of blue economy startups, selected for their alignment with GMRI's mission, social impact potential, and sustainable revenue generation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Curriculum Development: Enhance the curriculum for incubator and accelerator programs to meet the unique needs of blue economy startups, establishing clear milestones, workshops, and mentorship opportunities.
  • Recruitment and Partnerships: Proactively engage in recruiting startups, mentors, advisors, and strategic partners within the blue economy sector, while cultivating relationships with corporate partners and potential investors.
  • Evaluation and Due Diligence: Perform comprehensive assessments of incoming startups to evaluate their market viability, scalability, and potential impact within the blue economy.
  • Business Support: Offer operational and technical support to startups, including market research, business planning, and customer acquisition strategies, while facilitating mentorship with industry experts.
  • Program Management: Oversee daily operations of incubator and accelerator programs, ensuring objectives and milestones are achieved, and track key metrics to report on program impact.
  • Community Engagement: Organize workshops and events focused on blue economy innovation and investment opportunities, engaging with local stakeholders to foster a supportive ecosystem.
  • Strategic Collaboration: Work with strategic partners and local agencies to promote a blue economy innovation corridor, identifying opportunities for collaboration and resource sharing.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field.
  • Experience in early-stage companies or managing accelerator programs.
  • Passion for blue economy entrepreneurship.
  • Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent networking and collaboration abilities.
  • Detail-oriented with strong multitasking capabilities.
  • Proven ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with blue economy businesses in the Gulf of Maine.
  • Understanding of climate change impacts and business opportunities.
  • Experience in business coaching and mentoring.
  • Knowledge of venture capital structures.
  • Proficiency in project management and program evaluation.
  • Familiarity with GSuite, Microsoft Office, and analytical tools.
  • Strong public speaking and writing skills.
  • Established network of entrepreneurs and investors.
  • Experience with fundraising and grant writing.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:

GMRI is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering a diverse workplace. We encourage applicants to voluntarily self-identify their race/ethnicity, gender, disability status, and veteran status to assist in fulfilling federal reporting requirements. This information will remain confidential and separate from application data.

Salary and Benefits:

This is a term-limited, temporary position without benefits. Salary range is $90,000 - $110,000.

Application Process:

All applications must include a cover letter and résumé. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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