Impact and Partnership Development Manager (DICE Network)

Job title:

Impact and Partnership Development Manager (DICE Network)

Company:

University of Exeter

Job description

Exeter InnovationThis new full-time post is available from 1st January 2025 until 31st December 2027.It is based in Exeter Innovation, managing the EPSRC-funded ‘Digital Innovation and Circular Economy Network+’ project at the University of Exeter.The successful candidate will be responsible for the management and coordination of an interdisciplinary project that aims to leverage the power of the digital revolution to drive a circular economy across sectors through collaboration, research and technological innovation. The project includes external partners from across academia, industry and government working across a number of interdisciplinary areas.Impact and Partnership Development Managers (IPDMs) identify opportunities for impact, bring together internal teams and build external partnerships to enhance project delivery. They also develop and are responsible for long-term strategic partnerships between the University and regional, national and international stakeholders. They work closely with the University’s Research Service and Global Advancement teams as part of an integrated Professional Services eco-system.The DICE Network+ team consists of world leading interdisciplinary researchers working at the interface of Circular Economy, Digital Technology, Materials Science and ICT from the universities of Exeter, Sheffield, Salford, Swansea, Southampton, Surrey, Nottingham, Queens University Belfast, and the Open University.As project manager for the DICE Network+ you will be responsible for the development and implementation of network activities within the project. The Project Manager will act as a key coordinating point for all partners of the interdisciplinary team, the project funders, and external stakeholders. The primary role of the Project Manager will be to facilitate the delivery of project activities and coordinate the administration and delivery of funding against the project milestones and budget.This will involve:

• establishing and maintaining relationships with partners and stakeholders
• ensuring effective communications
• tracking impact
• writing reports
• identifying collaborative opportunities and sharing outputs
• monitoring progress against deliverables and
• data management
• line management of the Network Coordinator
• Project management of the associated project ‘Digitally Enabled Circular Healthcare Innovation’ (DECHI). This will account for approx. 10% of the post-holder’s time.

About youThe post-holder will have experience of managing or promoting research projects, including impact, research communication and research development. They will contribute to the strategic development of the project and support the project lead with developing and maintaining new and existing long-term strategic partnerships with regional, national and international stakeholders.External liaison with partners, including government offices and funders is required in this role and a professional and confidential approach will be required. You should be highly organised and have proven excellent communication, IT, and administrative skills, being able to work independently as well as assisting with developing team working practices and ethos across a distributed team.Experience of working in a Higher Education or similar industrial environment, line management and project management skills are essential. The post holder will carry out a varied range of tasks, including budgeting, accounting, producing reports and organising meetings.The post will require close working with Impact and Partnership Development Managers (IPDMs) within the Business School team, wider EI/Research Services and other professional services directorates and key academic colleagues across all the University Departments and Institutes.Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.BenefitsWe offer some fantastic benefits including:

• 41days leave per year
• options for flexible working
• numerous discounts at leading retailers
• onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme
• sector leading policies around

(up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy * stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautifulOur Equality, Diversity and Inclusion CommitmentWe are committed to ensuring are available for interviews and workplaces.Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.We are proud signatories of the and welcome applications from service people.Further informationFor an informal and confidential discussion about the post please contactJob title Impact and Partnership Development Manager (DICE Network) Job reference P93863 Date posted 09/08/2024 Application closing date 26/08/2024 Location Exeter (Hybrid) Salary The starting salary will be from £41,732 on Grade F, depending on qualifications and experience. Package Generous holiday allowances, flexible working, pension scheme and relocation package (if applicable). Contractual hours Blank Basis Blank Job category/type Admin, Professional, Managerial Attachments Job descriptionExeter InnovationThis new full-time post is available from 1st January 2025 until 31st December 2027.It is based in Exeter Innovation, managing the EPSRC-funded ‘Digital Innovation and Circular Economy Network+’ project at the University of Exeter.The successful candidate will be responsible for the management and coordination of an interdisciplinary project that aims to leverage the power of the digital revolution to drive a circular economy across sectors through collaboration, research and technological innovation. The project includes external partners from across academia, industry and government working across a number of interdisciplinary areas.Impact and Partnership Development Managers (IPDMs) identify opportunities for impact, bring together internal teams and build external partnerships to enhance project delivery. They also develop and are responsible for long-term strategic partnerships between the University and regional, national and international stakeholders. They work closely with the University’s Research Service and Global Advancement teams as part of an integrated Professional Services eco-system.The DICE Network+ team consists of world leading interdisciplinary researchers working at the interface of Circular Economy, Digital Technology, Materials Science and ICT from the universities of Exeter, Sheffield, Salford, Swansea, Southampton, Surrey, Nottingham, Queens University Belfast, and the Open University.As project manager for the DICE Network+ you will be responsible for the development and implementation of network activities within the project. The Project Manager will act as a key coordinating point for all partners of the interdisciplinary team, the project funders, and external stakeholders. The primary role of the Project Manager will be to facilitate the delivery of project activities and coordinate the administration and delivery of funding against the project milestones and budget.This will involve:

• establishing and maintaining relationships with partners and stakeholders
• ensuring effective communications
• tracking impact
• writing reports
• identifying collaborative opportunities and sharing outputs
• monitoring progress against deliverables and
• data management
• line management of the Network Coordinator
• Project management of the associated project ‘Digitally Enabled Circular Healthcare Innovation’ (DECHI). This will account for approx. 10% of the post-holder’s time.

About youThe post-holder will have experience of managing or promoting research projects, including impact, research communication and research development. They will contribute to the strategic development of the project and support the project lead with developing and maintaining new and existing long-term strategic partnerships with regional, national and international stakeholders.External liaison with partners, including government offices and funders is required in this role and a professional and confidential approach will be required. You should be highly organised and have proven excellent communication, IT, and administrative skills, being able to work independently as well as assisting with developing team working practices and ethos across a distributed team.Experience of working in a Higher Education or similar industrial environment, line management and project management skills are essential. The post holder will carry out a varied range of tasks, including budgeting, accounting, producing reports and organising meetings.The post will require close working with Impact and Partnership Development Managers (IPDMs) within the Business School team, wider EI/Research Services and other professional services directorates and key academic colleagues across all the University Departments and Institutes.Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.BenefitsWe offer some fantastic benefits including:

• 41days leave per year
• options for flexible working
• numerous discounts at leading retailers
• onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme
• sector leading policies around

(up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy * stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautifulOur Equality, Diversity and Inclusion CommitmentWe are committed to ensuring are available for interviews and workplaces.Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.

Expected salary

£41732 per year

Location

Exeter

Job date

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 01:36:39 GMT

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