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Associate Director, Fostering Innovation

Mid levelSeniorFull-timeHybridAustraliaPosted 7 hours agoVerified 18 hours ago
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About the job

The Associate Director position within the Fostering Innovation branch is all about driving innovation across high-profile initiatives in New South Wales. This job plays a crucial role in supporting the NSW Innovation Blueprint, ensuring that innovation leads to tangible economic outcomes. The team thrives on collaboration, flexibility, and a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture.

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You'll be responsible for

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Leading teams

Joining the Fostering Innovation branch to lead various teams focused on innovation-led growth across NSW-based hubs, scaling initiatives, and supporting startups.
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Supporting innovation policy

Delivering the NSW Innovation Blueprint through innovation policy, stakeholder engagement, place-based development and program implementation.
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Driving economic outcomes

Bringing experience in policy, program delivery or stakeholder engagement to support innovation-led economic outcomes.

Key criteria

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Policy development experience

Demonstrated experience leading innovation-related policy development.

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Project delivery leadership

Proven skills in managing high-profile projects within tight timeframes.

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Strategic problem-solving

Experience translating strategic priorities into actionable initiatives.

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4 criteria for this job
Policy development experience
Demonstrated experience leading innovation-related policy development.

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Project delivery leadership
Proven skills in managing high-profile projects within tight timeframes.

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Strategic problem-solving
Experience translating strategic priorities into actionable initiatives.

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Executive communication skills
Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality advice to senior leaders.

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