Job Description Company Description Sigma University, is a private university located in Vadodara, Gujarat. The university has students from over 17 nationalities and an alumni network of 50000 students. University is committed to excellence, innovation, and societal progress with strategic collaborations with leading industries and organizations. The University is ranked 20th in West Zone by the Times Engineering Institute Ranking Survey. Role Description We are seeking a proactive and dynamic Assistant Incubation Manager / Incubation Lead to support the operations of our incubation programs. The ideal candidate will play a key role in engaging with start-ups, coordinating pitching activities, managing stakeholders, coordinating IPR filings, and ensuring smooth execution of incubation services. While technical knowledge is not a prerequisite, strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the day-to-day operations of the incubation centre, including start up on boarding, progress tracking, and resource facilitation. Coordinate and execute programs, workshops, demo days, and mentoring sessions. Act as a liaison between start-ups and mentors, investors, and service providers. Maintain documentation and reporting for incubation programs, grant utilization, and start-up milestones. Coordinate IPR filings and maintain documentation. Assist in partnership building with industry, academia, government, and other ecosystem enablers. Collaborate in preparing funding proposals, pitch decks, and communication material. Help manage internal communication with deans, students, and manage email campaigns, event platforms, and start-up databases. Implementation of strategies for outreach, sourcing of good start-ups, and program development. Skills and Qualifications: 1. Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Management, Entrepreneurship, Economics, or any related discipline. 2. Industry & Start-up Experience: 0–3 years of experience in start-up ecosystems, innovation programs, business incubation, or project management. Experience in entrepreneurship support roles is preferred. 3. Program Coordination: Experience in managing or supporting start-up-related events, innovation challenges, or community engagement programs. 4.Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to confidently interact with entrepreneurs, mentors, corporates, and government agencies. 5. Organizational Skills: Excellent multitasking, time management, and attention to detail. 6. Business Understanding: Basic understanding of start-up operations, funding lifecycle, and entrepreneurship challenges. 7. Digital Literacy: Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Canva, CRM platforms, and event management software. 8. Passion for Innovation : A motivated individual with a genuine interest in entrepreneurship, start-up ecosystems, and social/technological impact. Desirable Traits: · Previous experience in start-up incubators, accelerators, or innovation cells. · Familiarity with grant reporting, government schemes for start-ups, or CSR-funded initiatives. · A team player who thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environments Job Type: Full-time Schedule: Day shift Experience: Assistant Incubation manager: 3 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person Expected Start Date: 16/06/2025
