Innovation & Technology Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Innovation & Technology Project Manager

The Catalyst Mission

The Catalyst Center serves entrepreneurs and small business owners in every stage of business. We aim to provide best-in-class coaching, in-demand services, and relevant programs to foster the success of small businesses.

Project Objective

The Innovation & Technology Project supports entrepreneurs to transform an innovation or technology into a sustainable business; provide assistance that leads to the commercialization of technology; increase the number of SBIR/STTR proposals leading to an increase in the number of SBIR/STTR awards from small businesses owners through training and coaching.

Grant Management

Execute all project activities in compliance with SBA grant requirements and

the Notice of Award.

Maintain accurate and timely client records.

Prepare workplans and grant reports.

Monitor progress toward grant performance goals.

Identify and cultivate sponsorships, partnerships, and funding opportunities.

Client Services

Provide one-on-one coaching to entrepreneurs.

Develop and deliver high-quality workshops, cohort programs, and educational events.

Review proposals and provide constructive feedback.

Outreach & Volunteer Engagement

Develop and execute outreach strategies that build awareness of the Innovation & Technology Project.

Relationship building with federal agencies, research institutions, entrepreneurial support organizations.

Collaborate with Catalyst staff.

Recruit/coordinate subject matter experts and strategic partners.

Leadership:

Maintain a Subject Matter Expert status on SBIR/STTR.

Attend and support Catalyst staff and other Catalyst meetings.

Ensure all applicable policies and procedures are followed by participants.

Develop and maintain relationships with the public/private sector and other stakeholders.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in business, or a related field highly preferred.

Equivalent combinations of education and relevant professional experience will also be considered.

Communication:

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Strong presentation and facilitation skills

Professional customer service skills

Hours

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional early and late events.

The Catalyst provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, status as a parent, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

The successful candidate will undergo a background check including a criminal record check, employment and education verification, and drug test. Please do not proceed with this application if you do not agree to these checks.