Technical Project Manager

Organization: Palestine Technopark

Job Purpose:

Provide technical management  and support for projects in the Technopark's technology programs and labs. Ensure smooth execution of lab initiatives through effective technical planning, communication and stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage  and oversee technical aspects of projects from setup to implementation in the labs.
• Manage  projects from planning to implementation, keeping teams on track against objectives and timelines.
• Schedule and organize project meetings, track action items and ensure tasks are assigned and completed.
• Assist with budgeting, resource allocation and expenditure tracking for projects.
• Create and maintain detailed project documentation such as plans, reports and presentation materials.
• Communicate regularly with project sponsors, partners and other stakeholders to keep them updated.
• Plan and procure hardware, software, tools and equipment needed in the labs.
• Install, configure and test technical infrastructure like servers, networks and workstations.
• Support startup incubation program through technical guidance.
• Assist in organization of technical workshops/training programs.
• Provide technical inputs to proposals, reports and presentations.
• Keep abreast of new technologies and evaluate relevance to labs.
• Responsible for the overall implementation of projects
• Administrative and technical supervision and following up of the activities implementation.
• Contribute to the development of new program ideas in the field of work.
• Ensures that all program activities are implemented in a timely manner and according to the donor’s rules and regulations.
• Plan and supervise regular field visits to ensure proper implementation of the activities on the ground.
• Responsible on monitoring and evaluation of project carried activities, including preparation of periodical reports as requested by the donor 
• Document all activities of the project and maintain an efficient filing system including all project related documents.
• Helping in the execution and following up on PITP projects: liaising, awareness, PR, social networks, content development and coordination with other stakeholders.
• Organize, plan and direct the resources available for the business startup incubation process.
• Provide technical support in market analysis by identifying prospective clients and facilitating the relevant relationships in such a manner as to cultivate the sustainability of the programs.
• Communicate the value of the incubatees’ products and/or services to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Prepare and submit quarterly program progress reports.
• Prepare and facilitate workshops and meetings.

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Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer/Electronics Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in a technical lab or core technology role
• At least 4-5 years’ experience working with entrepreneurs, start-ups, learning/ tinkering labs, incubator or incubation consultancy.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate, build and maintain strong working relationships with start-ups, entrepreneurs, mentors, universities, research institutions, industry experts, associations, chamber of commerce & industries, state & central government, and angel investors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Effective technical documentation and communication skills
• Passion for emerging technologies and startup innovation
• Project management and stakeholder coordination skills

Candidates are required to submit their CV and cover letter to [email protected] no later than March 31, 2024.