Industry Engagement Manager Medtech Programs

**Job no**: 0059340
**Location**:Parkville
**Role type**:Full-time/Part-time; Fixed-term for 24 months
**Faculty**:Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
**Department/School**:School of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering
**Salary**:UOM 8- $119,742 - $129,607 p.a. plus 17% super
- Facilitate industry engagement and program development for Victoria's Medtech sector.
- Drive collaboration between academia, industry, and government for innovative Medtech advancements.
- Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families

**About the Role**
The Industry Engagement Manager at the Victorian Medtech Skills and Device Hub (VMH) leads efforts to align VMH programs with the needs of Victoria's medical device industry. They connect stakeholders, organise events, and develop targeted initiatives in collaboration with project directors and university partners. Strong communication and strategic planning skills are essential for success in this role, which involves ensuring compliance with reporting obligations and fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Proactively seek out opportunities to strengthen industry links and foster sustainable industry partnerships with the Victorian Medtech Skills and Device Hub. This includes links with multinational companies, small-medium sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups.
- Organise and coordinate outreach activities and events to facilitate and strengthen industry engagement with the VMH.
- Support in-bound enquiries from Medtech companies that have specific requests pertaining to establishment or expansion of manufacturing in Victoria, with a particular initial focus on skills and talent.
- Identify skills gaps in the Victorian Medtech industry, facilitate the implementation of industry-partnered opportunities and promote existing high-quality offerings.

**Who We Are Looking For**

You will also have:

- A relevant university degree with subsequent relevant experience in an educational institution and/or industry, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, educational training or extensive experience in management and strategic planning
- Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to work collaboratively in a team and develop strong links with stakeholders from academia, industry and government.
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects and respond efficiently to changing priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent written communication skills with the ability to write reports and communication materials.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

**Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position**.

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