Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience; At least 10 years of leadership experience in any of the following areas of entrepreneurship: entrepreneurship, executive-level corporate innovation, spanning venture creation and exit, innovation leadership in complex organizations, ecosystem development, entrepreneurship education, and thought leadership; Demonstrated track record of building positive relationships with industry professionals and the business community; Experience overseeing complex budgets and financial viability; Knowledge of budget development, financial management, and resource allocation; Awareness of fundraising and advancement strategies, including grant writing, donor stewardship, or raising seed funding for a business or creating new revenue streams for a corporation; Understanding of how to oversee marketing, communications, and event planning for outreach and engagement; Familiarity with academic research processes and scholarly publishing; Knowledge of and experience in small business or new venture creation, the startup industry, relevant organizations, and firms; Strategic planning and implementation skills, including setting and achieving long-term goals; Excellent written and oral communication skills for diverse audiences (faculty, students, donors, internal and external partners); Strong leadership and team management skills for full-time employees who may also have direct reports, including performance evaluation, workflow management and constructive feedback; Grant or donor proposal or business pitch deck writing skills; Collaboration and relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders; Strong organizational and project management skills; Ability to develop and deliver academic courses in entrepreneurship or related fields; Ability to build, motivate, and manage diverse teams; Ability to foster interdisciplinary collaboration across university units; Ability to analyze data, prepare reports, and make data-informed decisions; Ability to balance multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment; Innovative and entrepreneurial mindset with proactive approach to problem-solving; and. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in related field; Demonstrated experience in managing philanthropic and external funding and/or revenue generating operations; Experience leading advisory councils, cross-functional teams and managing internal and external partnerships; In-depth understanding of entrepreneurship education and best practices; Familiarity with higher education governance, operations, and strategic planning; Knowledge of risk management and legal compliance in higher education; Knowledge of the specific landscape of entrepreneurship in higher education, especially within the region; Familiarity with entrepreneurship programs and cultural awareness in international contexts; Proficiency in data-driven decision-making and leveraging data for program improvement; Advanced knowledge of digital tools for communication, outreach, and content management (e.g., website maintenance, social media, CRM systems); Ability to craft compelling narratives for fundraising and engagement campaigns; Ability to cultivate alumni and external community support for academic and extracurricular programs; Ability to lead innovative programs or initiatives within a corporate, government or higher education setting; Ability to grow the center's academic reputation and available resources through networking opportunities and related conferences.