Social Venture Development Coordinator – London Social Venture Fund Project

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London Met is an extraordinary institution. Equity and social inclusion have always been our driving principles, and it's what makes the University so unique. Our organisation is distinctive, both in its eclectic and diverse community of students and staff, and for its historical role in serving some of London’s most deprived boroughs. Everything we do is underpinned by our philosophy that an individual should have the opportunity to transform their life through the power of education. 

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ABOUT THE POST 

Are you passionate about driving social change through innovative ventures? The London Social Venture Fund (LSVF), supported by Research England, is seeking two visionary Social Venture Development Coordinators. As a cross University venture, one post will be based at University of the Arts London (UAL) and another at London Metropolitan University (LMU). 

As a Social Venture Development Coordinator, you will play a vital role in helping new ideas that can make the world a better place get off the ground. You'll work with universities and students, guiding them as they turn their big ideas into real businesses that can help people. This means helping them understand how to get their business started, connect with people who can fund them, and find their first customers. You're not just doing a job; you're helping create businesses that will make a big impact in society. 

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: 

• Collaborating with a vibrant network of Higher Education Institutions to foster a thriving ecosystem of social venture opportunities. 
• Guiding students and graduates through the process of commercialisation, including applying to venture builders, accelerators, and mentoring opportunities. 
• Spearheading events to give emerging social ventures prime market access. 
• Building and managing key relationships with stakeholders, including investors, government agencies, and IP specialists. 

Candidate Note: If you have a preferred work location (UAL or LMU) please state in the further information section of your application. 

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Closing Date: 30 April 2024 

Interviews due to be held: 10 May 2024 

Details on how to apply can be found here: 

https://tinyurl.com/SocialVentureDevelopment 

If you have any questions regarding this post, please contact Maeva Khachfe at m.khachfe@londonmet.ac.uk 

Summary Terms and Conditions: 

https://tinyurl.com/TCsPSG5Below 

Please note that successful candidates will be asked to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK and to complete a health assessment before they start work. Offers of employment are also conditional on receipt of satisfactory references and proof of qualifications held. 

At London Met we are building an institution aware of its purpose to drive not only individual social mobility but also broader community actualisation. We recognise that our diverse community is our greatest strength, and as such we strongly encourage applications from anyone who feels they are currently underrepresented within UK higher education. Read more about our diverse community and our commitments to inclusion and equality at: https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/about/equality-and-diversity/  

View the benefits of working at London Met on our Information for Applicants page at: https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/about/jobs-at-london-met/information-for-applicants/ 

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