Impact Hub Network is Seeking an Innovation Lead – Apply Before 19 March 2026

Overview

The Impact Hub Network is seeking an experienced Innovation Lead to drive its innovation agenda, focusing on transforming local innovations into scalable, revenue-generating solutions for global replication by 2030. This role is key to establishing a systematic, scalable, and financially sustainable model for innovation within the network.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and curate high-potential innovations from local Impact Hubs.
• Develop selection criteria, including impact performance, financial viability, and transferability.
• Build and manage a portfolio of scalable solutions.
• Design and operationalize a structured methodology for innovation identification, validation, codification, and replication.
• Develop resources such as playbooks, pricing models, and training materials for effective replication.
• Support the design of sustainable business models for scaling innovations, including revenue generation and financial incentives.
• Co-design governance systems for innovation ownership and replication rights.
• Facilitate collaboration and agreements between hubs.
• Establish performance monitoring and quality assurance processes.
• Track the outcomes of replicated innovations and refine the scaling methodology.
• Oversee program implementation, including design, onboarding, budget management, and reporting.

Requirements

• 8–10+ years of experience in innovation scaling, venture building, productization, or program replication.
• Experience designing scalable business models and strong knowledge of revenue modeling and financial performance tracking.
• Experience working in global or multicultural environments.
• Ability to design governance and incentive structures.
• Familiarity with design thinking, participatory methods, or user-centered design.
• Strong stakeholder facilitation and engagement skills.
• Analytical ability for strategic decision-making.
• Fluency in English.
• Preferred: Experience in venture builders, startup ecosystems, or social innovation.

Benefits

• Monthly remuneration: EUR 3,800 – 5,100 (cost to company as contractor), adjusted based on country of residence and experience.
• 25 days of annual leave and local public holidays.
• Monthly equipment allowance.
• Impact Hub membership and workspace access.
• Coverage of work-related expenses.
• Note: Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Global (within GMT ±3 hours preferred)

How to Apply

Submit CV and cover letter via the official application link or by email to corina.stefan@impacthub.net or nayla.attas@impacthub.net. The recruitment process may include interviews and a practical assessment. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Deadline

19 March 2026