Entrepreneurship Mentoring Network Lead

The University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Manchester is seeking a Mentoring Network Manager to lead the design, development and delivery of our startup mentoring network, supporting students, staff and graduates to develop entrepreneurial ideas and ventures.

Based in the Masood Entrepreneurship Centre, you will recruit mentors, establish matching, ensure inclusive access, and work with enterprise programmes to embed mentoring across the founder journey.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience supporting entrepreneurs, founders, startups or social enterprises.
• Track record designing, launching and leading mentoring frameworks or adviser networks.
• Credible one-to-one advisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development and delivery of the university-wide mentoring network.
• Recruit, develop and match mentors with founders across stages and sectors.
• Establish governance, measure outcomes and continually improve founder and mentor experience.
• Collaborate with enterprise programmes, competitions and accelerators and external partners.

Skills

Mentoring programs

Entrepreneur support

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

The University of Manchester is seeking a Mentoring Network Manager to lead the design, development and delivery of our startup mentoring network, supporting students, staff and graduates to develop entrepreneurial ideas and ventures.

Based in the Masood Entrepreneurship Centre, you will recruit mentors, establish matching, ensure inclusive access, and work with enterprise programmes to embed mentoring across the founder journey.