Italy Open Innovation Hub Director Lazio

Italy Open Innovation Hub Director
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

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Italy Open Innovation Hub DirectorCity: Roma

Location: Roma, IT, 144

Contract Type: Permanent

Level of experience: Director

RINA is currently recruiting for an Italy Open Innovation Hub Director to join its office in Rome (Italy) within the Global Innovation Division.

MissionThe ideal candidate will play a pivotal part in supporting energy transition, decarbonization, and advanced materials innovation, with a focus on building new competencies and collaborating with startups and venture capital funds. The ideal candidate will also play a crucial role in aligning the hub with RINA's strategic vision, ensuring it meets its growth and financial objectives within the established timelines.

Key AccountabilitiesValue Proposition Development

- Work closely with RINA's business units to define and develop the value proposition for the Open Innovation Hub, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and market needs.

- Identify and promote growth opportunities in energy transition, advanced materials, and decarbonization-related competencies. Facility Development and Management

- Oversee the enhancement of RINA's facility in Castel Romano, expanding the Demo Center and testing facilities to ensure a competitive, state-of-the-art offering.

- Develop and implement innovative solutions to strengthen RINA's testing and demonstration capabilities, positioning the company as a leader in energy transition. Launch of the Training Academy

- Design, launch, and coordinate the Training Academy, dedicated to building innovative decarbonization skills, with customized training programs tailored for industry professionals and clients. Stakeholder and Client Relationship Management

- Build and nurture strategic relationships with clients, institutions, universities, and other key stakeholders to support the hub's positioning.

- Actively collaborate with startup incubators to enhance the value proposition of the Innovation Hub and provide access to emerging technologies. Support for Startups and Venture Capital Funds

- Develop and maintain relationships with venture capital funds and innovative startups, providing technical and strategic support to foster joint initiatives and accelerate technological growth. Profit & Loss Management

- Take full responsibility for the hub's financial performance, ensuring sustainable growth and achieving profit targets. Team Building and Management

- Build and lead a multidisciplinary team, fostering a collaborative and innovation-driven environment.

- Ensure the team possesses the skills necessary to meet the hub's objectives and address market demands. EducationMaster's Degree in Energy Engineering or Materials Engineering

MBA/Post Graduate Degree in Renewable Engineering or Business Administration Finance Management

Qualifications8-10 years of experience in innovation, business development, or project management roles, preferably in energy, technology, or sustainability sectors; a Master's in Innovation or Energy Transition is a plus. Proven experience in managing innovation ecosystems and P&L responsibilities. Track record of developing strategic partnerships and relationships with stakeholders and clients. Proven leadership skills with experience managing multidisciplinary teams. Ability to thrive in a dynamic, complex environment with excellent problem-solving abilities. Strong innovation and sustainability mindset. Outstanding communication and negotiation skills. With over 5, 600 employees and 200 offices in 70 countries worldwide, RINA is a multinational player which provides certification, marine classification, product testing, site supervision and vendor inspection, training and engineering consultancy services across a wide range of sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion. The aim is to guarantee a project's technical, environmental and safety - and sometimes also economic and financial - sustainability.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.

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