Startup Funding Coordinator (Government Grants)

Job Title: Startup Funding Coordinator (Government Grants)

Location: Bengaluru | Full-Time | In-Office Preferred
CTC: ₹5–7 LPA + Performance-Based Incentives
Target: Raise ₹1 Crore+ in Government Grants over 6–12 months

About the Role:

Genesis Realcap is hiring a qualified and results-driven Startup Funding Coordinator (Government Grants) to lead all non-dilutive fundraising efforts across central and state startup schemes. This is a mission-critical role focused on accessing public startup capital to support internal businesses and ventures within the Genesis ecosystem.

The role is performance-based and will be confirmed after 3 months upon raising a minimum of ₹20 Lakhs through the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and apply for high-potential government funding programs, including:
• Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) – Up to ₹20–50 Lakhs
• TIDE 2.0 Scheme (by MeitY) – ₹10–15 Lakhs (Tech Startups)
• MSME Idea Hackathon / Champion Scheme – Up to ₹15 Lakhs
• DST NIDHI PRAYAS & EIR – ₹10–20 Lakhs
• State Innovation Funds (e.g., Karnataka Elevate) – ₹10–25 Lakhs
• SIDBI Fund of Funds – Participation through incubator networks
• Build relationships with incubators, accelerators, DPIIT, SIDBI, and state startup missions
• Prepare and submit project proposals, compliance documents, business plans, and utilization reports
• Monitor all deadlines and track grant disbursements and scheme updates
• Work with internal teams (finance, legal, founder) to align and report fundraising progress

Performance Expectations:

• Probation Period: First 3 Months
• Must secure ₹20 Lakhs through Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) to qualify for permanent employment
• Active collaboration with at least 2 incubators for application sponsorship
• First 12 Months
• Target total non-dilutive funding raised: ₹1 Crore or more through various schemes
• Next 2 Years
• Strategically tap into recurring and milestone-based government grants to support multiple Genesis Group companies

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience: 2–4 Years in Startup Incubators, Government Funding, or Non-Dilutive Fundraising
• Proven record of applying for and securing government grants for startups
• In-depth knowledge of government policies under Startup India, MeitY, DST, MSME, and SIDBI
• Strong documentation, business writing, and government portal experience
• Educational Background: MBA in Finance, CA Inter, or Investment Banking certification preferred

Do Not Apply If:

• You have not previously worked with startup grants or incubator-based fundraising
• You do not understand how Startup India or government funding schemes operate
• You are only experienced in private equity or venture capital without grants focus

To Apply:

Email your resume to m*athewjason2@gmail.com with subject line: “Application – Government Grant Coordinator”*
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed based on portfolio and grant performance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹500,000.00 - ₹700,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Internet reimbursement
• Paid sick time

Supplemental Pay:

• Commission pay
• Performance bonus

Experience:

• Startup Fundraising: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person