Position Summary

The Assistant Director – GaelVentures Programs serves as a key member of the Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation’s leadership team and is responsible for managing community-engaged programming. Under the direction of the Associate Director, the Assistant Director is responsible for the continuous improvement and advancement of high-quality experiential community-engaged learning initiatives for all Iona University students at the Hynes Institute’s collaborative community incubator space at 748 North Avenue in New Rochelle, NY.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

Managing GaelVentures program space on 748 North Avenue. Develop and manage GaelVentures programming in alignment with the mission, goals and programs of the Hynes Institute. Leading all mentorship initiatives for the Hynes Institute, including but not limited to, mentoring the Iona students’, oversight of the Entrepreneurs-in-Residence Program, and managing our mentor network.  Developing external networks with local businesses and organizations to support our student programs through site visits, off-campus events, community projects, and internships. Managing the GaelVentures Incubator program supporting student and alumni entrepreneurs. Developing and managing marketing and strategic communication efforts in support of GaelVentures programs. Coordinating community-related projects and partnerships (e.g. WIN CityLabs, external student competitions). Planning, organizing, promoting, and executing community and stakeholder events. Assisting in the development of revenue generating business and funding opportunities. Managing staff assigned to the GaelVentures programs. Other duties as assigned by appropriate supervisory personnel.