Experience leading complex strategic projects involving
multiple stakeholders.
Excellent relationship-building, communication and influencing
skills.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational
delivery.
Commercial awareness and an entrepreneurial mindset.
Confidence engaging with senior leaders, founders, investors
and partners.
Willingness to travel internationally.
Desirable
- Founder, start-up or scale-up experience.
- Experience working with venture capital, accelerators or
innovation organizations.
- Experience developing international partnerships.
- Knowledge of experiential entrepreneurship and innovation
ecosystems.
Personal Attributes
We are seeking an individual who is entrepreneurial, collaborative
and driven by the opportunity to build something exceptional. The
successful candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced
environment, leading through influence rather than hierarchy, and
turning ambitious ideas into tangible outcomes. They will possess
excellent judgement, a bias for action and a genuine passion for
creating opportunities that help entrepreneurs, students and
partners succeed.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
Strategy & Global Entrepreneurship
Working closely with the Vice President, the Associate Director
will lead the planning, coordination and execution of strategic
initiatives that support the continued growth of entrepreneurship
across Northeastern University. They will translate strategic
priorities into deliverable programs, coordinate activity across
multiple campuses and ensure projects are implemented
effectively.
- Support delivery of the Global Entrepreneurship Strategy.
- Lead strategic projects from concept through
implementation.
- Develop governance papers, reports, presentations and
performance metrics.
- Coordinate cross-campus initiatives and strengthen
collaboration.
- Identify opportunities to enhance entrepreneurship across
Northeastern's global network.
300 Mass Ave Leadership
The Associate Director will play a leading role in developing and
growing 300 Mass Ave as Northeastern's flagship entrepreneurship
hub. Working alongside the Hub Operations Administrator, they will
help create an outstanding environment for founders, students,
researchers, investors, alumni and corporate partners while
ensuring programs and activities operate to the highest
standard.
- Support the strategic development and operational leadership of
300 Mass Ave.
- Develop new entrepreneurship programs and initiatives.
- Coordinate founder engagement and community activity.
- Support international visitors, corporate partners and senior
delegations.
- Continually enhance the experience and reputation of the
Hub.
Partnerships, Programs & Ecosystem
Development
The Associate Director will help develop relationships that expand
opportunities for students, founders and the wider Northeastern
community. They will work with corporations, investors,
accelerators, government organizations and innovation partners to
create new collaborations while leading the delivery of flagship
entrepreneurship programs and events.
- Develop strategic partnerships across industry, government and
the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
- Support partnership negotiations and relationship
management.
- Deliver entrepreneurship programs, competitions and innovation
initiatives.
- Coordinate international events and ecosystem engagement.
- Represent Northeastern at meetings, conferences and external
events.
Leadership, Operations & Communications
The Associate Director will provide leadership across the Global
Entrepreneurship team, ensuring projects are delivered effectively
and that operational excellence underpins every activity. They will
prepare strategic communications, monitor performance and help
position Northeastern as one of the world's leading entrepreneurial
universities.
- Work collaboratively across colleges and campuses to deliver
shared objectives.
- Prepare executive reports, presentations and strategic
briefings.
- Support marketing, communications and impact reporting.
- Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
- Act as a trusted strategic partner to the Vice President,
Global Entrepreneurship.
Position Type
General Administration
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work
experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit
eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid
time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as
well as commuting & transportation. Visit
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for
more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
110S
Expected Hiring Range:
$76,335.00 - $107,823.75
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend
on several factors, which may include your education, experience,
location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay
comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role.
Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to
change.
To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Associate-Director--Global-Entrepreneurship_R142786
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