Director, Venture Cafe London

About the role

The Venture Café Global Institute seeks a strategic and dynamic Director to lead Venture Café London in the heart of the Knowledge Quarter. This role involves operating and growing a hub for Deeptech innovation and connection, while leading the local team and directing programming for the weekly Thursday Gathering. The Director will act as a spokesperson and advocate to build a diverse and inclusive community of innovators.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with VCGI and ARIA to implement and refine the strategy for Venture Café London.
• Scoping and securing financial partners and building a pipeline for funding opportunities.
• Developing a rolling programming strategy to inspire and connect the local innovation community.
• Identifying and partnering with local ecosystem leaders to build diverse and inclusive programs.
• Leading and overseeing strategic planning, impact measurement, and program budget.
• Leading and coaching three direct reports towards success.

Required skills

• Executive leadership
• Program management
• Community building
• Strategic planning
• Public speaking
• Project management
• Fundraising

Qualifications

• Knowledge of London’s startup community, key influencers, networks and organizations
• Ability to legally work in the UK

Benefits

• Employment contract

About the Company

Venture Café believes that isolation is the enemy of innovation and aims to create a global community of innovators with equal access to resources and opportunities. Founded in 2009 by Tim Rowe, the organization has united over 900,000 visionaries across 24 cities worldwide.