About the Position

The Centre is seeking a skilled and motivated individual to join our team in a key position. The primary purpose of the role will be to provide a high standard of leadership, operation management and maintenance of the entrepreneurship activities of the at CYENS. The role will include the leadership and development of a coherent programme of activities that promote entrepreneurship supporting any spin-offs and or start-ups and help with researcher needs related to entrepreneurship.

Responsibilities of Entrepreneurship position:

• Lead and manage a comprehensive entrepreneurship development program to enhance the Research, Technology, Development and Innovation (RTDI) capacity on the Centre.

• Help in the establishment of a vibrant entrepreneurship community at CYENS with co-working, incubation, and start-up spaces.

• Implement activities like the CYENS accelerator programs, hackathons, mentorship and residencies.

• Support entrepreneurs, researchers, students, and partners within CYENS ecosystems on business planning and other entrepreneurship needs and activities.

• Secure funding through EU proposals and generate income to support entrepreneurship activities.

• Engage under-represented groups in entrepreneurship initiatives.

• Manage daily operations, administration, and budget for entrepreneurship facilities and programs.

• Develop an innovative and sustainable funding model for facilities and programs.

• Create a monitoring system for venue users and strategic community engagement.

• Collaborate with Training and Education Manager to manage subcontractors.

• Contribute to marketing strategy and brand building of CYENS Entrepreneurship activities.

• Oversee occupancy and composition of CYENS Co-working space and Entrepreneurship facilities.

• Develop new initiatives to enhance utilization and engagement.

• Stay updated with international best practices in entrepreneurship development, focusing on emerging technology and regional development.

General qualifications and requirements

1. University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree or Degree of a level equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree) or Diploma or Certificate, study title, qualifications or relevant training acquired in Business or Technology relevant fields.

1. Relevant Masters degree will be considered an advantage

1. At least 3 years of experience of entrepreneurship and / or start-up communities. 

1. Experience of building communities, teams, groups or networks and co-working environments will be considered an advantage. 

1. Experience in managing a team, directly or indirectly will be considered an advantage. 

1. Knowledge of new and emerging ICT technologies, such as IoT, AI, Virtual/Augmented Reality will be considered an advantage. 

1. Language requirements: Excellent written and oral English-language skills will be required.

1. For non-EU applicants a work permit will be required

Profile of the ideal candidate :

1. Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and work independently.  

1. Strong organizational, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, having the ability to deal confidently and politely with enquiries.  

1. Very good analytical skills coupled with attention to detail.  

1. Dynamic, adaptable, hands-on and results driven.

1. A team player with an ability to work independently and under pressure. 

1. High levels of commitment, energy, and drive.

1. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply, as we believe in finding the best fit for our team.

Benefits

This role offers ample opportunities for career advancement and personal growth, allowing the candidate to make a significant impact on our organization. Take advantage of this opportunity for your professional and personal development by being a part of our fast- growing Research and Innovation Centre of Excellence. Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and experience, and the final title and salary offer will be determined accordingly.

Application process

For full consideration, interested applicants should submit the following items via the “Application for Entrepreneurship position”:

1. Full CV (including contact details).

1. Cover letter which clearly states: (a) how you envision your role, (b) how your experience and qualifications match the specific position, and (c) the availability date for full-time employment (d) contact details of two referees. 

In case you previously applied for a post at CYENS CoE, a new application is required.

For general enquiries, applicants may contact the HR Department of CYENS, Centre of Excellence at vacancies@cyens.org.cy .

About CYENS CoE

CYENS Centre of Excellence is focusing on Interactive media, Smart systems and Emerging technologies aiming to empower knowledge and technology transfer in Cyprus and wider region. It is a joint venture between the three public universities of Cyprus: the University of Cyprus, the Cyprus University of Technology, and the Open University of Cyprus, the Municipality of Nicosia, and two renowned international partners, the Max Planck Institute for Informatics, Germany, and, the University College London, United Kingdom. This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme H2020-WIDESPREAD-01-2016-2017 (Teaming Phase 2) under grant agreement No. 739578, as well as from the Cypriot Government, local and international partners, and other sponsors. 

  
Research in CYENS integrates the Visual Sciences, Human Factors & Design, and Communications & Artificial Intelligence, in a tight synergy that provides a unique interdisciplinary research perspective that emphasizes an “Inspired by Humans, Designed for Humans” philosophy. The Centre conducts excellent, internationally competitive scientific research delivered by 18 high-caliber multidisciplinary research teams. CYENS engages in knowledge transfer and innovation activities aiming to act as an integrator of academic research and industrial innovation, towards the sustainable fueling of the scientific, technological, and economic growth of Cyprus and Europe. 

CYENS Centre of Excellence is an equal opportunity employer and the position is open to everyone, internationally.

The salary offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. The job title may be adjusted accordingly.

All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.