Innovation Hub: Project Development Officer I
Role Profile
The Project Development Officer is a mid-level position which works closely with IdeaSpace management on activities that involve all phases of implementation of the innovation hub project. The Project Development Officer is primarily responsible for assisting with the planning and execution of new programs and activities to be hosted within the innovation hub and overseeing the initial development of project facilities
Key Responsibilities
Preferred Competencies and Required Skills
Other details
Innovation Hub: Project Development Officer I
Role Profile
The Project Development Officer is a mid-level position which works closely with IdeaSpace management on activities that involve all phases of implementation of the innovation hub project. The Project Development Officer is primarily responsible for assisting with the planning and execution of new programs and activities to be hosted within the innovation hub and overseeing the initial development of project facilities
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for coordination, implementation, execution and completion of specific projects pertaining to the launch of the innovation hub, ensuring consistency with overall strategy, commitments and goals.
- Manage the initial infrastructure development process of the innovation hub in Intramuros to ensure high quality and on target delivery
- Work with colleagues on the design and implementation of startup-related programming hosted in the Innovation Hub.
- Promote the growth and development of the innovation hub community. Coordinate community events such as hackathons, networking sessions, demo days, pitching competitions, classes, etc.
- Implement multi-channel marketing initiatives including developing content and collaterals and managing online and social media presence
- Assist in developing project work plans and budgets to responsibly manage project resources
- Coordinate and ensure successful and timely delivery and full implementation of assigned projects
- Monitor and evaluate the assigned programs and projects; Propose improvements for projects and help develop new programs.
- Facilitate interactions with organizations that support or create a favorable environment for startup ventures and develop relationships with partners and startups
- Provide regular updates and reports to team and management on project progress
- Assist with other tasks and provide support to project team
Preferred Competencies and Required Skills
- Completed a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Interest in startups and the innovation sector.
- Project management experience or demonstrated skills in prioritization, organization, and efficient resource utilization. Exhibits attention to detail in executing projects.
- Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in both English and Filipino to a variety of audiences by expressing facts, ideas, or directions in an accurate, clear, and organized manner.
- Experience with organizing projects or events from ideation and planning to implementation and post-program evaluation.
- Strong interpersonal skills; Able to cultivate good working relationships with colleagues and partners; interface, negotiate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Background in tech startups, international experience or public speaking would be advantages
Other details
- Application Deadline: Ongoing
- Start Date: For immediate hiring
- Schedule and Places of Assignment: This posting is for a full time position. Expect a 5-day work week with a maximum of 6 days. Applicant must be willing to work in Metro Manila, Philippines and to travel on an as needed basis.
- Application Materials: Please send a
- PDF attachment of your CV and cover letter
- Link to your linkedin profile via email to katrina@ideaspacefoundation.org with the subject line
“Innovation Hub- Project Development Officer Application-<Last Name>”. - Early applications are encouraged as interviews will begin before the deadline.
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