View Vacancy - Programme Manager, UK Israel Tech Hub

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The British Embassy, Israel has vacancy for a Programme Manager – UK Israel Tech Hub, Grade – A2 (L).

Overview of the role:

This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic and highly-motivated self-starter to join a strong operational unit and take the lead role on the operations of the UK Israel Tech Hub’s cross sector activities, including both logistics and public-facing duties in the department. This position is an ideal platform to develop operational skills and experience in a dynamic team focused on a top priority of the Embassy – using public diplomacy to position the UK as a partner of choice for Israel in technology.

You will report to the Hub’s Deputy Director and work as an integral part of the Hub’s 3-person Operations Unit consisting of two Programme Managers and a Community Manager. While each team member is focused on different aspects of the Hub’s operations, the team works as a cohesive unit to deliver on the Hub’s ambitious activities, led by the Sector Managers.

The Tech Hub are currently recruiting two positions, this position, in addition to a Temporary Community Manager (Maternity Leave Cover) advertised on the British Embassy’s website. Please note the below points if you would like to apply for both positions:

  • Applicants must apply to both positions if they are interested in being considered for both positions. In order to make applying to both positions easier, the application system saves most of the applicant's detailed information in the system and applicants only have to provide answers to competency questions in one application. Applicants should specify that they would like to be considered for both positions in their Cover Letter as well.
  • If you are applying for both of the vacancies then you are required to answer the competency questions for only one vacancy.

 

About the UK Israel Tech Hub:

The UKITH helps drive economic growth in both countries by helping British and Israeli companies partner in technology and innovation. The goal is to create partnerships in which British companies help Israeli innovation go global, and Israeli innovation gives British companies a global competitive edge.

The UKITH was launched in October 2011 at the British Embassy Israel, following an agreement between Prime Ministers Cameron and Netanyahu to build a UK-Israel partnership in technology. The Hub is a high-profile successful pilot for the UK government aimed at developing new methods of commercial diplomacy and prides itself on becoming a resident expert on the Israeli market for the benefit of UK companies seeking innovation. To date the Hub has facilitated over 200 innovation partnerships worth over GBP 1B to the UK economy.

For more information on the Hub please visit www.ukisraelhub.com

Main Responsibilities:

  • Support the Hub’s work by planning and leading operational execution of the Hub’s programmes and Sector Manager led activities, including: delivering high level events such as business delegations, tech competitions, conferences, and receptions. Working closely with Sector Managers to deliver operational elements of their activities and regularly liaising with the Hub’s UK Office and other Embassy departments to deliver the programmes.
  • Provide logistical support on Hub activities including liaising with external suppliers, processing payments, producing marketing materials, creating guest lists and writing event briefs.
  • Work closely with sector managers to write proposals for work agreements with partners and suppliers, including negotiating agreement details, to secure partnerships for the Hub’s key programmes.
  • Develop sector understanding as per programmes managed, including BI research and lead generation, to learn, develop and be able to contribute to the content of the programmes.
  • Maintain a network/database of relevant contacts, mastering the team’s CRM and file-sharing systems.
  • Manage and lead implementation of strategic Embassy projects in diversity and gender.
  • Work with Sector Managers to track the team’s metrics & impact & produce activity reports.
  • Work with the team’s budget throughout the financial year, track and report on programmes’ financial activity, and ensure timely incomes and expenditures.

Key Competencies:

  • Delivering at Pace - Effectiveness in this area means focusing on delivering timely performance with energy and taking responsibility and accountability for quality outcomes.
  • Collaborating and Partnering - People skilled in this area create and maintain positive, professional and trusting working relationships with a wide range of people within and outside the Civil Service to help get business done.
  • Demonstrating Resilience - This is about helping our people to build resilience in international roles, supporting their ability to adapt to working in difficult and varied international environments and to bounce back from crises and setbacks in these contexts.
  • Leading and Communicating - Effectiveness in this area is about leading from the front and communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm.

Essential:

  • Fluent written and spoken English and working proficiency in Hebrew.
  • At least two years of experience in organising events or complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
  • Excellent and proven writing and research skills in English.
  • Proven high level organisational and administrative skills and great attention to detail.
  • Strong interpersonal and team working skills, as well as confidence liaising with stakeholders of vast levels of seniority.
  • Strong IT skills including Office, Google Docs, Project management tools and CRM.

Skills and Attributes:

  • A self-starter attitude; initiative and creativity, “out of the box” thinking approach.
  • A positive, energetic, optimistic attitude, and not afraid to roll up your sleeves.
  • Excellent team player, able to interact cross-functionally and remotely at different levels and adapt to the cultural nuances between different audiences in business both in Israel and the UK.
  • Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks, in a “start-up environment”.

Desirable:

  • Business proposals or grant writing experience.
  • Experience in technology and/or business.
  • A strong interest in Israeli innovation. Prior knowledge of the Israeli tech ecosystem, including start-ups, investment community, accelerator/incubator programmes, industry experts and emerging trends.
  • Knowledge of the UK market, companies and tech ecosystem.
  • Arabic language skills.
1 December 2021
Administrative Officer (AO)
Full-time, Permanent
37.5
Middle East & North Africa
Israel
Tel Aviv
British Embassy
1
NIS
10,300
3 January 2022

Working Hours and Remuneration:

The Embassy aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role, including the non-negotiable salary of NIS 10,300 per month plus transport allowance and social benefits: Pension, employer contribution 7.5% and Keren Hishtalmut, employer contribution 7.5%.

This position is offered on a Full Time, Permanent contract and the successful candidate will be on a four-month probationary period. 

Parking facilities are not provided nor paid for by the Embassy. No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.

Normal working hours are Monday to Thursday 8:00-16:00 and Friday 8:00-13:30 for a total of 37.5 weekly.

Flexibility will be required, including occasional evening events, some travel locally and occasional travel to the UK.

The Embassy invests in staff’s development with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

 

Eligibility:

If you are selected for this position, we will be able to employ you as long as you:

  • Receive the appropriate level of security clearance;
  • Candidates must be able to work legally in Israel.

To Apply:

Interested candidates must attach the following documents when applying online.

  • An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • A covering letter (no more than 1 page of A4) stating why you feel you have the necessary skills to perform well in the above role, and if you’d like to be considered for the Temporary Community Manger role as well.

** (Applications that do not include the above stated information will be rejected).

 

All applications must be submitted before 23:55 (Local Time) on 01 December 2021.

 

Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.

Due to the large amount of applications we receive only those shortlisted for assessment/interview will be contacted.

The selection process will/might include a written exercise and an interview, with a possibility of an additional screening process.

The start date mentioned in the advert is an assumed start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security vetting procedures.  Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances and reference checks.

Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local labour law.

 

The British Embassy Tel Aviv is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.

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This opportunity is closed to applications.