Satellite Manager Antwerp

工作内容

EIT Digital
We believe in making and shaping a competitive digital Europe that is inclusive, fair and sustainable and aim
at global impact through European innovation fueled by entrepreneurial talent and digital technology.

We embody the future of innovation by mobilizing a pan-European multi-stakeholder open-innovation
ecosystem of top European corporations, SMEs, startups, universities and research institutes, where
students, researchers, engineers, business developers and investors address the technology, talent, skills,
business and capital needs of digital entrepreneurship.

We build the next generation of digital ventures, digital products and services, and breed digital
entrepreneurial talent, helping business and entrepreneurs to be at the frontier of digital innovation by
providing them with technology, talent, and growth support.

The role
The Satellite Manager supports the Node Director in the development, impact and sustainability of the
partnership around the Node Satellite as well as the Innovation and Education activities of the local
partners. This includes supporting recruitment, retention, engagement of EIT Digital partners and
interaction with authorities to evolve the local ecosystem and strengthen EIT Digital footprint. The Satellite
Manager drives operational excellence of local innovation and education activities in and beyond the
Satellite as well as events across the Node.

The Satellite Manager reports to the EIT Digital Node Director Benelux.

Main Responsibilities

• Support the partnership development around the Node Satellite in collaboration with the Node

Director in retention and acquisition of partners, recruitment of students for the EIT Digital
Education activities and participants to the EIT Digital Innovation activities;

• Maintain relationships with local authorities around the Node Satellite supporting EIT Digital in

collaboration with the Node Director.

• Lead operational aspects of the EIT Digital innovation and education activities in close

collaboration with the Node Director and the EIT Digital innovation and education Leaders;

• Manage EIT Digital events in and external to the Satellite;

• Supervise and execute administrative, financial reporting, and logistical processes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Academic background (MSc or PhD level) in STEM, preferably digital technology

• Experience in management role in R&D or Innovation organisation (7+ years);

• Deep knowledge of the Belgian digital innovation ecosystem and the surrounding group of public

sector stakeholders;

• Strong profile and network of contacts within the Belgian industrial and academic sectors and at

international level. A natural networker who can raise the companies’ profile within Belgium’s
industrial and academic sectors;

• Sound understanding of administrative processes, financial and legal matters, experience of

administration in EU-funded activities is an asset;

• Strong presentation and public appearance skills in English (verbal, written) and ability to convey

simple and effective value propositions and messages;

• Aptitude in problem-solving, hands-on with an entrepreneurial mind set.

Languages
Mastery of English, with superior verbal, presentation and written communication skills. Knowledge of
Dutch and French is very beneficial.

Place of employment
EIT Digital Satellite Office in Antwerp. Applicant needs to be prepared to travel to Eindhoven and the other
European Co-Location Centres.

To apply
Please mail a resume and motivation letter to mgr_satellite_antwerp@eitdigital.eu, outlining how your
skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position. Applications without a motivation letter will
not be considered.
community/careers.

EIT Digital is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. To build a strong digital Europe that works
for everyone it is vital that we have diverse range of skills, knowledge and experience in the sector.
Therefore, we welcome applications from anyone who meets the above criteria and encourage applications
from women, ethnic minorities, and other underrepresented groups.

Applications should be submitted before 5pm CET of November 19, 2021.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Multiple Locations