Entrepreneur In Residence

This is the job description for the EIR (Entrepreneur-in-Residence) at ImpactBox, arranged in a point-wise format for clarity.

Role Summary

• Lead the ideation, design, and incubation of new, scalable solutions in the social impact space.
• Co-create impactful models, pilot bold ideas, or build new verticals under the ImpactBox platform.
• Work closely with leadership, partners, and stakeholders to shape and launch initiatives aligned with CSRBOX's mission.

Responsibilities

• Idea Incubation: Identify and validate innovative ideas in the social impact space that align with ImpactBox's mission.
• Strategy & Business Model Design: Develop lean models for new initiatives, conduct feasibility studies, and design pilots.
• Ecosystem Engagement: Liaise with impact investors, CSR partners, government bodies, and nonprofits for collaboration and insight.
• Resource Mobilization: Co-develop pitches and proposals for fundraising and strategic partnerships.
• Team Building: Help recruit, mentor, and manage project teams or fellows for specific verticals or pilots.
• Thought Leadership: Represent ImpactBox at forums, webinars, or in publications on innovation and entrepreneurship in social development.

Who Should Apply (Ideal Profile)

• Early-stage social entrepreneurs, former startup founders, or sectoral experts looking to incubate their next idea.
• Strategic thinkers with a bias toward action and experimentation.
• Passionate about solving development challenges at scale.
• Strong networkers who can build partnerships and mobilize resources.
• Familiar with business models in development, CSR, or impact investing.

Mandatory Qualification and Experience

• 5+ years of experience in entrepreneurship, innovation, consulting, or impact leadership.
• Experience with startup building, design thinking, or systems thinking.
• Proven ability to independently lead initiatives and manage ambiguity.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Sector exposure in EdTech, HealthTech, Climate, Skilling, or Livelihoods is a plus.