Job Summary
Job description – Senior Partnerships Advisor (supporting Imperial Global India)
Title
Senior Partnerships Advisor (supporting Imperial Global India)
Education
Educated to degree level or equivalent
Location
Bengaluru, India
About Imperial College London
Since its foundation in 1907, Imperial College London has sought to be not only a world-leading university, but a world-changing one. Imperial combines tremendous strength in science, engineering, medicine and business (STEMB) with scientific discovery, innovation and entrepreneurship, to create real-world impact. The university’s reputation for research impact, educational quality, and knowledge translation has recently seen it rank number 2 in the QS World University Rankings. International collaboration is in Imperial’s DNA and at the core of the organizations research excellence.
About OneStep Global
OneStep Global, a market entry firm specialized in the higher education sector. OneStep Global helps global universities, colleges, government organizations to land and expand across Asia, through stake holder management and in country representation. OneStep Global has been working with some very prestigious universities and colleges across the world. The solutions vary from market development, market entry and market presence.
About Imperial Global India:
Imperial’s ‘Science for Humanity’ vision maximises Imperial’s potential as a force for good in the world, using science to try to understand more of the universe and improve the lives of more people in it. Imperial is proud to be one of the world’s best and most international universities, with a rapidly growing global community that collaborates to solve the world’s most complex problems.
The Imperial Global network crosses continents with a strategic presence in four leading centres of scientific and technological innovation – Singapore, San Francisco, Accra and now Bengaluru.
Imperial Global India* will act as a catalyst to drive high-impact science and technology research partnerships across research, education and innovation to address shared challenges. It will serve as a two-way communication channel to nurture a two-way flow of STEMB talent between the UK and India, and support Imperial’s growing Indian alumni network.
* Pending the completion of regulatory formalities to be able to set up Imperial’s own liaison office, Imperial Global India will initially be managed by OneStep Global, as the service provider duly appointed by Imperial College London.
The Role:
The Senior Partnerships Advisor (Imperial Global India) will support the growth of high impact science, technology and education partnerships and networks in India for Imperial.
The postholder will work closely with academic and professional service colleagues to develop and deliver the key activities for Imperial Global India, and provide auxiliary support for the set-up of the forthcoming Imperial Global India liaison office in Bengaluru.
Preferred applicants will have experience in co-developing equitable science and technology partnerships, engaging in a diverse range of stakeholders, building networks, and running high profile events and visits. The role will be based in Bengaluru and will require domestic travel within India and occasional international travel, including to the UK to work with university colleagues.
Imperial Global India will also play a key role in Imperial’s objective to widely disseminate information about Imperial and its diverse community of students. The postholder will also work collaboratively with the Marketing and Recruitment Officers based in Delhi where relevant.
Key responsibilities:
Develop science and technology networks (60%)
- Build science and technology networks in a concerted and strategic way, following the strategy laid down by Imperial, including communications, outreach and initiatives that build the profile of Imperial as a convenor and collaborator of choice for high impact STEM partnerships and talent.
- Design and deliver a dynamic programme of science and technology-focused events across India, showcasing research leadership, innovative start-up founders and accomplished alumni. This programme will be a key part of the University’s strategy to build networks in key strategic areas for UK-India science collaboration, including areas within health, environment and emerging technologies, ensuring that these events drive meaningful partnerships and advance shared priorities in these critical fields.
- Coordinate and host high level visits from Imperial academics and leadership to connect with industry, tech communities and academic partners across diverse disciplines.
- Collaborate with the advancement division to engage with alumni working in key science and technology sectors to support the University Strategy (Science for Humanity), leverage areas and connections for collaboration and build a sense of community, including networking receptions and events; support the convening of an advisory council for Imperial Global India; leverage alumni connections for collaboration and to advance the university’s mission to establish and nurture relationships with potential donors, foundations and philanthropists.
- Work with the Enterprise division to position Imperial and its West Tech Corridor as a leading global ecosystem for industry, translation, and commercialisation partnerships. Develop enterprise networks that link to India’s rise as a global leader, poised for exponential growth in the digital era, while strengthening the UK-India partnership in innovation and entrepreneurship.
Partnership Support (30%)
- Provide auxiliary support to Imperial with the set-up of the proposed liaison office in India.
- Communicate relevant information to and work with the International Relations Office to identify emerging opportunities for research, innovation and education partnerships, including horizon scanning the research funding environment.
- Provide the necessary information and make the necessary introductions to support key research development teams and the IRO on strategies to cultivate a pipeline of academic-led proposals for ambitious research centers, industry research centers, and joint programmes with links to partners/ funders in the region.
- Act as a key contact and front door for the Imperial’s partners in India.
- Effectively promote college’s interests externally, including with the British High Commission in India, UKRI India, the British Council, industry stakeholders etc.
- Build and maintain excellent working relationships with internal stakeholders, including Professional Services Directorates and the Imperial Academic Community.
- Attend relevant networking events and meetings, building an extensive science and technology network.
- Communicate relevant information to and work with the Enterprise Division and International Relations Office to support mapping of industry engagement and opportunities in key sectors (e.g., hydrogen, biotechnology and advanced manufacturing).
Secondary roles and responsibilities (10%)
- Provide logistical support for any in-country events hosted by Imperial.
- Work closely with the Marketing, Recruitment and Admissions team to ensure joined up approach to events, campaigns and programmes.
- Support the Communications Division and the Stakeholder Engagement Manager in the International Relations Office, acting in accordance with a communications and engagement strategy
Person Specification
No.
Requirements
Essential (E)/ Desirable (D)
1
Bachelor’s degree
E
2
Postgraduate degree
D
3
Experience in developing science and technology partnerships and networks
E
4
Experience of delivering high-profile events
E
5
Experience of partnership building or related areas
E
6
Experience of working in Higher Education
D
7
Knowledge of the technology, innovation and research environment in India
E
8
Knowledge of the UK Higher Education Sector
D
9
Confident in delivering presentations and other public speaking activities
E
10
Ability to network effectively both with staff within the Imperial College London and with key contacts across India
E
11
Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with the ability to develop and implement long-term vision and goals
E
12
Willingness and ability to work both independently and part of a team
E
13
Willingness to occasionally work off-hours to accommodate the UK time-zone
D
14
Desire and ability to travel regularly (in India and abroad)
E
15
Applicants must be authorized to work in India
E
No. | Requirements | Essential (E)/ Desirable (D) |
1 | Bachelor’s degree | E |
2 | Postgraduate degree | D |
3 | Experience in developing science and technology partnerships and networks | E |
4 | Experience of delivering high-profile events | E |
5 | Experience of partnership building or related areas | E |
6 | Experience of working in Higher Education | D |
7 | Knowledge of the technology, innovation and research environment in India | E |
8 | Knowledge of the UK Higher Education Sector | D |
9 | Confident in delivering presentations and other public speaking activities | E |
10 | Ability to network effectively both with staff within the Imperial College London and with key contacts across India | E |
11 | Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with the ability to develop and implement long-term vision and goals | E |
12 | Willingness and ability to work both independently and part of a team | E |
13 | Willingness to occasionally work off-hours to accommodate the UK time-zone | D |
14 | Desire and ability to travel regularly (in India and abroad) | E |
15 | Applicants must be authorized to work in India | E |
Reporting
The position will be reporting to the Director, International Relations Office for Imperial College London. The position will be actively supported by the University Strategic Engagement Division and the International Relations Office (IRO) at Imperial. The IRO is a central unit responsible for supporting the development and delivery of cross-faculty academic-led international engagement with university partners and overseas governments.
Start Date
Immediate, though, will honor any notice period for the right candidate.
Note:
Please note that job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, and the post-holder may be required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities.
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