Interim Head of KLU SPARK (gn*)
Core
Lead the entrepreneurship, innovation, and impact platform of Kühne Logistics University (KLU) to strengthen existing programs, develop new initiatives, and build a connected community for students, founders, alumni, and corporate partners.
Role type
Interim Head of Platform (Entrepreneurship & Innovation)
Builds
Entrepreneurship programs, incubation activities, strategic partnerships, and community engagement formats.
Domain
Higher Education / Entrepreneurship / Logistics & Supply Chain Innovation
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Program development, strategic partnership building, community management, project management, stakeholder engagement, resource management, cross-functional alignment, hands-on execution, rapid prioritization.
Preferred skills
University or business school experience, incubator/accelerator background, logistics/supply chain knowledge, sustainability expertise.
Responsibilities
Lead and develop the program portfolio across student entrepreneurship, founder support, and incubation; build strategic relationships with companies, investors, and public institutions; turn ideas into concrete programs and pilots; lead flagship initiatives; develop funding opportunities; strengthen the community ecosystem; represent the platform externally; ensure continuity and structured handover.
Seniority
Senior, Interim Leadership