Roles and Responsibilities

• Engage with government agencies, institutes of higher learning, and companies to nurture and secure new strategic partnerships that enhance SIT’s educational and applied research activities. 
• Ensure effective management and deepening of existing partnerships through robust governance and oversight with clear delivery milestones
• Negotiate, structure and finalise terms for collaboration with industry partners to achieve win-win outcomes
• Track, evaluate and report the impact of partnerships on SIT’s academic programmes, applied research initiatives, and community engagement efforts. 
• Lead initiatives promoting collaboration and knowledge exchange, including organising workshops, roundtables and networking events to build thought leadership. 
• Conduct long-term horizon scanning to identify industry trends and new growth areas relevant to SIT’s educational and research focus areas. 
• Support business development efforts for key projects or centres related to SIT’s strategic goals and initiatives. 
• Collaborate with other divisions within SIT to develop new educational pathways and applied research areas while ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes. 
• Assist with any additional duties assigned by the Director of the Strategic Partnership Division and/or the Deputy President of the Industry & Community Group. 

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Food Science & Technology, or other related disciplines.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in strategic planning, business development, or a similar role, preferably within the sustainable food sectors or land transport.
• Ability to transverse and be conversant in various industry verticals. 
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritise tasks, and deliver timely results.
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including industry leaders, government officials, and academic faculty.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address issues proactively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey complex information and ideas to diverse audiences.
• Collaborative approach to work, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Occasional international travel may be required.