Manager, Nasscom Deeptech

Job Details

Location, Department Unit and Reporting

Basic Functions/ Job Responsibility

• Strategic Government Partnerships: Cultivate and leverage strategic alliances with key government bodies (MeitY, DST, DPIIT - Startup India, etc.) to facilitate collaboration, secure funding, and drive initiatives that propel deep tech startup growth.
• Deeptech startup acceleration and growth: Lead the design and execution of high-impact acceleration programs, bootcamps, and workshops specifically tailored for deep tech startups in the NCR. Proactively engage with high-potential deep tech startups, connecting them with mentors, technical experts, and industry resources to address their unique challenges.
• Ecosystem building & Infrastructure: Forge and operationalize collaborative initiatives with government-backed incubators, academic institutions and research organizations in the NCR to provide deep tech startups with essential infrastructure, mentorship, and research linkages.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate a thriving deep tech community in the NCR by fostering strong relationships among founders, mentors, investors, and corporate partners through impactful events and strategic collaborations that unlock tangible benefits like mentorship, pilot projects, and market access for startups.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience

1. Education: MBA/Master's degree in Technology, Business Management, or a related field.

2. Experience: 7-10 years of professional experience actively working within or closely with the Indian startup ecosystem, managing key client/stakeholder relationships in tech/innovation, driving business development/partnerships (especially with government entities), or leading programs/operations within an innovation-focused organization.

3. Startup Ecosystem Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the tech startup ecosystem, including startup curation, evaluation, and engagement processes.

4. Familiarity with key central government bodies in Delhi such as DPIIT (Startup India), MeitY, DST, and their existing schemes/programs relevant to startups

5. Excellent networking and relationship-building skills, with a proven ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders including startup founders, investors, corporate executives, and government officials

6. Communication Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to stakeholders.

7. Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage corporate partner relationships.

8. Research and Prospecting: Ability to research, identify new prospects, and gather market intelligence.

9. Work Style: Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.