About the Role
Prime University, Abuja is a newly established private university located in the Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria, committed to world-class teaching, research, and community service with a focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology-driven learning. We are seeking a visionary and dynamic Director, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Centre to provide strategic leadership and spearhead our enterprise-development initiatives, fostering a culture of innovation and self-reliance among our students and graduates.
Key Responsibilities- Provide strategic leadership for the University's Entrepreneurship and Innovation Centre, aligning its vision with institutional goals.
- Develop and implement comprehensive entrepreneurship education, innovation, and enterprise-development programmes.
- Establish and manage robust business incubation and startup support initiatives for students and alumni.
- Facilitate access to funding, venture capital, mentorship, investment opportunities, and business-development resources.
- Build and sustain strategic partnerships with private organisations, government agencies, investors, and industry stakeholders.
- Promote the commercialisation of academic research outputs, innovative ideas, and student-led enterprises.
- Organise impactful entrepreneurship competitions, business pitch events, workshops, and innovation exhibitions.
- Develop sustainable strategies to promote self-employment, graduate entrepreneurship, and economic development.
- Prepare periodic reports on the Centre's activities, performance, and socio-economic impact.
- Master's Degree in Entrepreneurship, Business Administration, Economics, Management, Innovation Management, or a related discipline.
- A PhD in Entrepreneurship, Business Administration, or a related field will be a distinct added advantage.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in entrepreneurship development, business incubation, or enterprise management.
- Demonstrable expertise in developing and managing entrepreneurship programmes and startup initiatives.
- Strong understanding of startup ecosystems, business modelling, funding opportunities, and research commercialisation.
- Proven ability to establish high-level partnerships with industry leaders, investors, and government agencies.
- Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, programme management, and stakeholder-engagement skills.
- Competitive salary and attractive remuneration package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership within a rapidly expanding institution.
- A collaborative, innovation-focused work environment in Nigeria's capital city.