Executive Director

1 week ago

Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa Mindworx Consulting and Academy Full time R1 200 000 - R2 400 000 per year

Our client is seeking a professional to lead in the role of Executive Director: Technology Transfer and Innovation (TTI).

The potential incumbent will provide strategic leadership to institutions, promoting a culture of

excellence in all activities and areas related to Innovation, Commercialisation,

Entrepreneurship and Technology Transfer.

Research, Innovation, Commercialisation & Internationalisation in the strategic leadership and

management of the institution, as well as in supervising administrative functions through line

reports.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Key performance areas include but not limited to:

  • Strategic leadership: Lead the development and execution of the TTI's 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.

APPLICATION CRITERIA

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

  • A Master's Degree or NQF level 9 in Engineering Management / Technology

Management / Business Administration / Digital Innovation or related fields.

Required Experience:

Minimum 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 & organising;

  • Attention to Detail;

  • Results and Deadline Oriented;

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

  • Excellent Teamwork.

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