Innovation Manager

Key skills:

• Open Innovation, Accelerator, Startup Ecosystem, Startup Scouting, Technology Scouting, Strategic Partnerships, Ecosystem Development, Startup Engagement, Mentorship/ Mentor Network, Internal Innovation, Design Thinking, Incubator/ Incubation, Innovation Manager, Innovation Consultant, Innovation Strategy, Proof of Concept (PoC), Innovation Hub, Emerging Technologies, Corporate Innovation, Venture Capital, Program Management, Program Design

Program Planning and Implementation:

• Work closely with entrepreneurs and other internal teams to understand the needs of entrepreneurs and facilitate to meet those needs
• Develop and execute programs, including idea generation, selection, and mentorship.
• Plan, organize, and execute events, workshops, and activities that support startup development.
• Set and achieve all program milestones while collaborating with the team to efficiently execute daily program responsibilities
• Actively pursue strategic and innovative solutions to fulfil program objective
• Provide guidance, advice, and support to startup teams, including technical and business support.
• Help startups develop their business models, products, and services, and identify potential funding sources.
• Manage resources, including budgets, equipment, and materials, and ensure they are allocated effectively.
• Establish partnerships with external organizations to provide additional resources, including mentors, funding, and networking opportunities. Specifically,
• Manage program partnerships successfully
• Coordinate with key stakeholders of the program to build a sustainable relationship
• Evaluate the effectiveness of accelerator programs and services, and report on the progress of startups to the management team and external stakeholders. Specifically:

1. Design and conduct monitoring and evaluation surveys
2. Analyse and report data collected from entrepreneurs

• Use feedback and data to improve programs and services.
• Build strong relationships with startup founders, investors, and other key stakeholders in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
• Attend industry events, meetups, and conferences to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and developments.
• Identify and onboard mentors to support startups and employees in skill development
• Assess funding opportunities, structure investment deals, and facilitate investor collaboration
• Build relationships with venture capital firms, investors, and industry leaders to create funding opportunities and strategic alliances
• Curate innovation events and roundtables to strengthen engagement within the ecosystem

1. Mentor and Coach Startups:
2. Resource Management:
3. Evaluation and Reporting:
4. Networking and Relationship Building:
5. Investment & Venture Capital Engagement:
6. Events, Sponsorships & Ecosystem Engagement:

What you will need to bring to the table

You will ideally have:

• B.Tech + MBA full time(mandatory)

• 2 to 8 years of experience in project, program management or startup ecosystem

• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Ability to contribute to program design
• Strong program execution discipline
• Positive attitude, detail-oriented and maturity to interact with the senior leadership
• Ability to multitask and take ownership of tasks

What technical competencies are required

• MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Project management
• Execution and Operation Efficiency
• Data Driven Decision Making