Investments & Portfolio Manager - UNSW Entrepreneurship
Job no: 528422
Work type: Full Time
Location: Sydney, NSW
Categories: Entrepreneurship
The Opportunity
200 startups/year receive support from UNSW Founders Program
Full-time (35 hours week), 2-year fixed term contract
$123,044-$138,637+ 17% super + leave loading
The Founders Program helps all UNSW staff, students and alumni build the capabilities and networks they need to create positive impact through entrepreneurship. This is achieved through delivering foundational entrepreneurship experiences, educating founders with knowledge on how to design and execute successful business models, and connecting entrepreneurs to the local and international innovation ecosystems.
The Investment & Portfolio Program Manager has responsibility for the day-to-day management of our portfolio of startups in which the university holds equity, as well as designing and delivering complementary activities such as the Angel Investment Program. You will continue to build on the reputation of UNSW as a leading university for entrepreneurship in line with the University’s 2025 Strategy and you will have the opportunity to create positive impact for many different UNSW stakeholders.
This position reports to the Senior Manager, Startups, and does not have any direct reports.
The Organisation
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to UNSW benefits including:
- Hybrid/Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
- Discounts and entitlements
- Affordable on-campus parking
Who you are
You have experience in program or event delivery and can demonstrate your knowledge of funding options for early-stage startups, best-practice startup support methodologies and the investment landscape. Experience working with entrepreneurs, providing coaching or mentoring, and facilitating workshops is essential.
Strong interpersonal and organisational skills are also required, along with excellent written and verbal communication abilities. You should be proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM software and committed to UNSW’s values and health and safety responsibilities, both psychosocial and physical.
To apply:
If contributing to a high performing entrepreneurship team is of interest to you, please submit your CV and Cover Letter (including responses to Skills and Experience nominated in the Position Description) via the APPLY button.
Contact:
Shiree Thomas
Talent Acquisition Consultant
e: shiree.thomas@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: 11.55pm, Sunday 10th November 2024
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Position Description
Advertised: 28 Oct 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 10 Nov 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
