Hybrid Innovation Advisory Manager

at Civitta

• Job title: Innovation Advisory Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: No Education Requirement
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Porto, Portugal

About the role

• Manager for Innovation Advisory developing business and innovation strategies for various sectors. Leading innovation programs and securing funding to drive growth in Portugal.

Responsibilities

• Develop business and innovation strategies for startups, corporates, or universities;
• Design and lead innovation programs and startup acceleration programs;
• Scout for investable startups with high growth potential;
• Sustain and develop a network of innovation experts, investors, and partners;
• Conduct market research and business analysis of different industries;
• Facilitate open innovation activities that nurture the local innovation ecosystem;
• Develop convincing funding and investment proposals for our clients;
• Design and lead workshops on corporate innovation, design thinking, etc.;
• Guide the internal team and manage multiple stakeholders;
• Lead effective discussions and brainstorming sessions;
• Share ideas and experience with colleagues.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Economics, Business, Innovation Management, or relevant field;
• 3+ years of work experience in business development, management consulting, startups, accelerators, incubators or related fields;
• Excellent English and Portuguese language skills;
• Passion about innovation, technology, and social impact – we are looking for individuals who are interested in topics like sustainability, smart cities, healthcare, etc.;
• Strong business analytical skills, ability to manage the unknowns and accept every challenge with a bold and “hands-on” attitude;
• A convincing communication style and public speaking skills – our team members need to formulate their own opinions, backed up with arguments and confidence;
• You thrive in a team, but you are also an independent thinker – teamwork is crucial to our success, both on the local and international level.

Benefits

• We believe in the fast professional growth of our employees, so we offer performance and salary reviews twice a year;
• Professional growth opportunities in an international company with regular training and experience sharing sessions;
• Exciting projects and close collaboration with companies enabling to stay at the forefront of recent trends and innovations;
• Flexible working hours - we trust you to manage your time;
• Supporting environment and experienced colleagues;
• International offsite trips - every year we travel to a new location to spend time together with the whole team from all over Europe;
• Fun activities with the team - we like finding new and creative ways to celebrate life together.