Director of Innovation - Thailand
Brief Description
Nest is a full service innovation platform that empowers startups to build transformational solutions by tapping into ecosystems and resources around the world. We work in thriving startup ecosystems to deliver focused programmes helping startups grow their business and achieve collaborative opportunities with leading corporates, gaining commercial validation and traction.
Our programmes, ranging from accelerators to thought leadership workshops, are designed to create collaborative environments that enable rapid ideation, iteration and ultimately, commercial scale validation.
Opportunity
The Director of Innovation - Thailand will lead and manage the Programmes team of the Thailand office, working closely with the Managing Partner (Thailand) and reporting directly to the Hong Kong Headquarters.
The role requires an experienced manager with attention to detail and a track record of leading by example and delivering results in a fast paced cross functional environment. A collaborative approach is essential to lead the Thailand innovations team working closely with our international teams, to drive and accelerate tech innovation across Asia, Middle East and Africa.
Our ideal candidate will be a multi-tasker that thrives on rolling up their sleeves and punching above their weight to lead the delivery of innovation programmes to the highest professional standards.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the team through execution of Nest programmes to best support the development and success of the startup companies
Develop and manage c-suite level corporate customer relationships
Display strong leadership in a fast paced multidisciplinary startup environment
Foster collaboration and partnership between the startups and corporate partners, as well as with the greater innovation ecosystem
Actively help to develop and implement the Nest Curriculum and Content that will be delivered throughout a programme
Mentor startup founders throughout the program to help them achieve their milestones. Introduce teams to appropriate experts and resources as needed
Understand the Nest and Corporate Partner process and capabilities, and be able to leverage the knowledge of the network to best support the startups
Represent Nest at events and drive thought leadership in the Thai startup ecosystem.
Experience and Skills
University degree and 10 years+ experience of Programme/Project management, consultancy or startup experience
Knowledge and experience working with large enterprises (internally or as a vendor)
Strong interest in startups, innovation and technology
Experience managing a high performance team
Experience managing multiple stakeholders for a given project
Team player with strong leadership and communication skills, both verbal and written
Fluency in English
Thai language skills preferred.