Executive Director Technology, Transfer and InnovationMindworx Consulting • Vereeniging, South Africa
Executive Director Technology, Transfer and Innovation
Mindworx Consulting • Vereeniging, South Africa
6 hours ago
Job description
Job Description
Key performance areas include but not limited to :
Strategic leadership : Lead the development and execution of the TTIs strategic plan, ensuring alignment with national and institutional priorities.
Innovation Management : Drive innovation and create a culture that supports new ideas and solutions.
Stakeholder Management and Liaison : Establish and maintain strong relationships with industry partners, investors, academic partners and internal departments to maximise technology impact.
Resources & People Management : Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team in technology transfer, licensing, and innovation
Budgeting, Management, and Resource Allocation : ensuring alignment with the institutional goals, efficient resource allocation and financial accountability.
Policy & Governance : Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of technology transfer strategies and policies, adjusting as needed.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
A Masters Degree or NQF level 9 in Engineering Management / Technology Management / Business Administration / Digital Innovation or related fields.
Required Experience
Minimum 8 - 10 years experience in the Higher Education Sector 5 years of which must have been at a Senior Management within the Technology, Transfer and Innovation or similar environment.
Excellent knowledge and understanding of intellectual property laws, licensing agreements, entrepreneurship and the commercialisation process.
Demonstrated ability to network and work with a wide range of different constituencies internally and externally.
Proven experience in a leadership role within technology transfer, commercialisation, or innovation management.
Added Advantage
Knowledge of academic, research, and administrative processes, regulatory frameworks and challenges of universities in emerging markets.
Excellent knowledge, understanding, and networking with fundraising, philanthropic foundations, corporate social investment, and the university environment.
Relevant Experience within the Higher Education sector / industry knowledge-intensive sectors.
Technical Skills and Competencies
Analytical thinking / Problem solving
Interpersonal relationships
Building partnerships
People management
Resource management
Strategic leadership
Data-informed decision-making and judgement
Conceptual thinking
Impact and influence
Planning & organizing
Attention to Detail
Results and Deadline Oriented
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent Teamwork
Analytical thinking / Problem solving
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