Director, Axis Sales Accelerator

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The Opportunity

Saint John, NB

Administrative

Experienced

Full-time

$80,898 - $110,256 / year

Competition Number: #054-26.27

Closing Date: July 29th, 2026 at 4:00 PM

FACULTY OF BUSINESS: AXIS SALES ACCELERATOR

The UNB Saint John Faculty of Business (FOB) offers a 12-month intensive MBA program and a Bachelor of Business program with industry backed specializations, numerous experiential learning opportunities, and a CEWIL accredited co-op program. The Axis Sales Accelerator is the University of New Brunswick's flagship accelerator for entrepreneurs, both student and non-student. The Axis Sales Accelerator is a 6- month intensive program that helps early-stage startups acquire Lead Growth Customers, accelerate founder led sales, and raise their seed round. High potential graduates are eligible for a multi-year residency which includes continued investment readiness services, and founder-led sales support.

What We Offer

Full-time | Term ending March 31st, 2027 | Saint John (Uptown, MBA Building)| On-Campus

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | 36.25 hours per week

Mon - Fri | 8:00 am - 4:00 pm | 36.25 hours per week (Summer Hours)

Salary Range: $80,898 - $110,256 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Dean of Business, the Director is responsible for managing and implementing the strategic direction of the Axis Sales Accelerator and it's 4 major responsibilities including, founder facing activities, partner facing activities, governance & management activities and marketing & promotions activities.

• Manage the Axis Founder Pathway, including founder recruitment, onboarding, retention, service delivery, and alumni transition.
• Guide members through internal programming and facilitate mentor and coaching meetings as needed.
• Lead the delivery, performance, and outcomes of Axis programming, including the Axis Sales Accelerator and Axis Residency.
• Design, implement, and continuously enhance the Axis suite of programs.
• Recruit, onboard, and retain program participants, facilitation team members, and guest subject matter experts.
• Secure sustainable funding sources and develop funding opportunities to support long-term program growth.
• Prepare and manage quarterly funder reports, funding proposals, narrative reports, output statements, and public-facing content.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with funders, the University of New Brunswick Saint John, entrepreneurship and economic development organizations, private-sector partners, program delivery partners, and regional investment partners.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain the Axis KPI dashboard and sustainability plan.
• Maintain key program documentation, including the Axis offer sheet and project plan.
• Support the establishment and ongoing operation of the Axis advisory board, including the development of roles and responsibilities materials.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage quarterly advisory board meetings, including agenda development, member participation, meeting documentation, and action planning.
• Facilitate mentor and coaching connections between advisory board members and Axis participants.
• Lead marketing and communications initiatives focused on attracting founders, partners, and investment opportunities.
• Build and promote the Axis brand in collaboration with the University of New Brunswick marketing team.
• Design, coordinate, and deliver events that support program objectives and stakeholder engagement.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of direct Entrepreneur Development/Entrepreneurship experience including managing client outcomes, managing strategic partnerships, and managing and delivering entrepreneur development programs.

Additional Strengths

• Demonstrated ability in client relationship management.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Experience writing and managing proposals greater than $400,000.
• A core understanding of the Economic Development landscape.