Innovation and Incubation Manager

3 weeks ago

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Meenakshi Sundararajan Engineering College Full time

About Us:

We represent a group of educational institutions in Chennai that have been in the higher education space since the 1940's providing uninterrupted services in the field of education and are celebrating 75 years of existence this year. We have established, over the years, an Arts and Science exclusively for women, an Engineering College (offering 7 streams), a School of Management and an International School. Please do visit https://maps.app.goo.gl/SPqq1VbuEEsnwcGVA under "Satellite View" to help you understand our location better. The campus houses over 7000 students today.

Creating a new generation of self-actualized learners is our raison d'etre. If children are our future, then education is the key to their future. When education is shaped around them, and not the other way around, we are laying the foundation for a future/world where creativity, diversity and caring, independent-thinkers thrive. Our curricula thrives on continuous learning while interacting with and incorporating real-world situations and challenges. The institution has recognized the need for building a robust platform for innovation and incubation in the campus to enable students explore possibilities of building solutions and products.

Meenakshi Sundararajan Engineering College (MSEC) is part of the prestigious KRS Group of Institutions, known for quality education and discipline. The institution aims to be a "CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE" in engineering education, focusing on ethical values and preparing students for industry challenges. MSEC excels in academics and co-curricular activities, offering a holistic learning environment for young men and women.

Job Description:

This is a full-time on-site role for an Innovation and Incubation Manager at Meenakshi Sundararajan Innovation & Incubation Center (MSIIC), our anchoring center for all innovation and entrepreneurial activities offering end-to-end support system for our student and external start-ups for growth and scaling.

The Manager will be responsible for leading innovation projects, fostering a culture of creativity and entrepreneurship, and managing the incubation center activities. This role requires a strategic thinker with a passion for fostering new ideas and guiding them from conception through to successful implementation and scaling.

Key Responsibilities:

1) Strategy Development:
Develop and implement innovation strategies aligned with the institution's goals.
Identify emerging trends and technologies relevant to the industry.
2) Project Management:
Oversee incubation initiatives, from idea generation to prototype development and scaling.
Manage cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
3) Stakeholder Engagement:
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including students and faculty from departments, partners, and industry representatives to gather insights and support for innovative projects.
Present ideas and project updates to senior management and other stakeholders.
4) Research and Analysis:
Conduct market research to identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.
Analyze data and trends to inform decision-making and strategy refinement.
5) Mentorship and Development:
Foster a culture of creativity and innovation within the institution.
Mentor teams and individuals on best practices for innovation and project development.

Qualifications
A minimum of 5 years of experience in innovation management, entrepreneurship, and incubation
Leadership skills in fostering creativity and driving change
Project management skills in planning, executing, and evaluating innovation initiatives
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Strong understanding of business strategy, market analysis, and technology trends.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Experience with agile methodologies and design thinking is a plus.

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