Current Vacancies

Programmes Coordinator 

The Role:

Responsible for the coordination of a range of commercialisation programmes in a fast moving and dynamic environment this person will;

• Organise and co-ordinate range of programmes to support Universities and SME companies to improve commercialisation of new technology, new products and services.
  • Co-ordinate programme events, online training schedule
  • Manage and populate learning management system for each programme
  • Manage delivery of online workshops and meetings
  • Assist with programme recruitment
• Co-ordinate all liaison with programme participants and stakeholders.
  • Manage communications to participants and stakeholders regarding event/workshop/meeting dates
  • Ensure participant milestones are clearly communicated
  • Collect and collate essential documentation required for each programme
• Oversee financial management of the day-to-day operations of the company including;
  • All invoicing
  • Management of monthly cash flows and bank reconciliation activities
  • Production of monthly management accounts (P&L/BS) using Xero
  • All pay roll requirements
  • All regulatory VAT submissions
• Working closely with project administration personnel to ensure delivery in accurate and timely fashion of all of the above.
• Preparation of all operational reports to the Chief Executive and Board of the company.
• Management of the company’s internal tender process including scanning for and submission of all tender bids.
• Working directly with senior personnel of key customers to management the delivery of key programmes.
• Work with same key customers to develop and shape ongoing business opportunities.
• Work with directors to help shape strategic direction of the business.
• Will support in the delivery of digital and social media services for clients as required.
• Will support event management for important programme events including remote and face to face bootcamps and training workshops.
• Will work directly with grant funding organisations such as Innovate UK, Enterprise Ireland and Invest NI to manage grant and commercial claims processes.

 

The Person:

This person will have;

• Been educated to at least degree level.
• Will have a minimum of two years’ experience in working with senior management personnel in an equivalent role.
• A strong work ethic with a willingness to take on a variety of work streams in a very dynamic working environment.
• Excellent communication and people management skills.
• Excellent project management skills.

 

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience of Using Zoom or similar Web conferencing.
• Experience of using a Content Management System, Learning Management System or similar data capture/management solution.
• Working understanding of Xero (or similar) accounting software package.
• A sound understanding of website, social media and general digital market skill sets.
• A knowledge and understanding of the business startup environment.
• An awareness of the university sector and the IP licensing and spin-out venture ecosystem.

 

Duration of Contract:

The role will initially be a 12-month contract, with possible extension.

 

Renumeration:

Salary is dependent on experience but is expected to be in the region of £25,000-£30,000 per annum dependent on the individuals experience, knowledge and skills.

To apply, complete the below form and upload your CV.