Chief Innovation Architect for Africa-Centered Ecosystems

Mandela; Gqeberha; Remote; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Mandela University is seeking a strategic leader to develop, strengthen and sustain the University's innovation ecosystem, aligning with its strategic direction. The role focuses on co-creating knowledge, translation, and uptake to generate societal and institutional value across Africa.

The successful candidate will lead the Directorate, oversee innovation strategies, partnerships, IP management and governance, and drive sustainable performance with a focus on Africa-centred innovation

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Science, Engineering or Technology (SET) or closely related discipline with substantive SET foundation.
• At least 8 years' relevant professional experience in research, innovation or knowledge mobilisation.
• At least 5 years in senior management or strategic leadership roles.
• Solid understanding of the knowledge-to-impact value chain, IP, partnerships and governance frameworks in SA.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Innovation management

Partnership development

Governance and risk

Knowledge mobilisation

Education

Master's degree in SET

Job description

Nelson Mandela University is seeking a strategic leader to develop, strengthen and sustain the University's innovation ecosystem, aligning with its strategic direction. The role focuses on co-creating knowledge, translation, and uptake to generate societal and institutional value across Africa.

The successful candidate will lead the Directorate, oversee innovation strategies, partnerships, IP management and governance, and drive sustainable performance with a focus on Africa-centred innovation