Job description

To provide support and co-ordination of/for the Innovate Durban Innovation Lab/Centre. Acting as a support in the co-ordination between multiple projects/programmes ensuring that it aligns and supports the organisation’s strategic goals and that all programmes deliver the desirable outcome.

• General Lab co-ordination activities
• Day to day co-ordination activities for Lab staff/facilitators
• Stock/Consumables co-ordination
• Programme and project co-ordination for multiple projects/programmes that run within the Lab
• Co-ordination and administration for workshops/engagements run within the Lab
• Working closely with the Lab Manager on all activities within the Lab
• Effective monitoring and maintenance of the Lab and machinery/equipment including reporting
• Training all visitors and staff on Lab machinery and specialised equipment
• Effective utilisation of machinery for organisational purposes
• Ensuring health, safety and security measures are in place and adhered to at all times
• Monitoring access and exit to and from the Lab
• Health, safety and security coordination at the Lab
• Monitoring and Evaluation of the Lab and associated programmes and projects
• Support the development of reports
• Financial management support – budgets and procurement
• Community engagement and mobilisation
• Other duties as assigned

Company Description

Innovate Durban is a Non-profit Organisation aimed at stimulating innovation within the Durban region. We focus on creating momentum and driving projects and programmes in the city that innovatively tackle social, system and structural issues.

Requirements

A degree or diploma in engineering or related qualification is advantageous.

We are looking for someone with an evident interest in innovation and socio-economic development. Previous project co-ordination skills are essential. Technical/engineering skills and knowledge is advantageous. Previous experience working in an innovation, socio-economic development space is advantageous.

The successful candidate will be someone who is highly motivated, willing to go the extra mile, takes initiative, manages their time effectively and is flexible.

The candidate will be required to work on weekends or afterhours if the projects demand such time, but this is on an ad hoc basis. Driver’s license is essential. The candidate needs to be highly proficient in MS Office, with specific reference to Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook.

Posted on 17 Jan 14:32