Senior Manager Industry Growth

The Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct (GCHKP) is a partnership between the Queensland Government, City of Gold Coast, Gold Cost Health and Griffith University. The GCHKP is a global business destination for high-tech industry development, research collaboration and creating the jobs of the future. We’re supported by $5 billion of infrastructure, including the world-class Griffith University, two major hospitals and 9.5ha of greenspace and parklands. Combining expertise, infrastructure, land and lifestyle unique in Australia, the Precinct’s Lumina commercial cluster is an exclusive opportunity for industry to co-locate in the heart of our thriving innovation district.

The Senior Manager Industry Growth will strategise, attract, and retain industry to be physically located in the GCHKP. This includes engaging with multinational companies, SMEs and start-ups and building a value proposition from capabilities and programs throughout the GCHKP. This role involves collaborating with government, health services, universities, private developers, and industry to identify and secure companies that align with GCHKP’s strategic priorities. The position requires maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the health and technology sectors and leveraging networks to capture growth opportunities.

As Senior Manager Industry Growth you will be responsible for:

• Leading industry attraction initiatives and support the development and implementation of the Precinct’s Five-Year Strategic Plan.
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating the GCHKP’s Investment Attraction Strategy, targeting health and technology companies to locate in the precinct.
• Cultivating strong engagements with Precinct partners and industry stakeholders locally, nationally, and internationally.
• Promoting the GCHKP through proactive engagement with government trade organisations and representation at high-level conferences and events.
• Developing business cases and value propositions for industry attraction opportunities in collaboration with Precinct Partners and stakeholders.

About you
The ideal candidate will hold relevant postgraduate qualifications in project management, business development, or investment attraction, coupled with significant experience. Alternatively, a combination of relevant training, skills, and experience in the health and/or technology industry will be considered.

You will also have:

• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing strategic plans and leading industry attraction initiatives.
• Proven ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies and industry partners.
• In-depth understanding of industry trends, particularly in health and technology sectors, and the ability to conduct thorough research and analysis.
• Experience in developing and implementing marketing strategies and promoting precincts at high-level conferences and events.
• Familiarity with governance structures, and strong reporting and presentation skills to communicate progress and outcomes to advisory groups and stakeholders.
• Established networks within the Biomedical industry is highly desirable.

What we can offer
This is a continuing contingent funded, full time position and will be primarily based at the Griffith University Gold Coast campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 10 $138,753 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be $162,341 per annum.

Why join Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Visa Sponsorship may be available to the successful candidate.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Craig Rowsell, Precinct Director, Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct at [email protected].

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Corinna Gartrell, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]. 

For application support, please contact People Services on +61 (0) 7 3735 4011 quoting reference number REF6250Y.

Closing date: Sunday 19 January 2025 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.