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Job Description

Role Overview:

The Program Manager is responsible for driving the SMB ecosystem development within their respective location. They will lead all ecosystem-related initiatives, manage key stakeholders, and ensure alignment with the national strategy. They will work closely with government bodies, incubators, accelerators, corporates, and investors to enhance the vibrancy of the startup ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Ecosystem Strategy & Leadership

Develop and execute a regional ecosystem development strategy, ensuring alignment with national objectives.Build a thriving SMB and Startup ecosystem by fostering collaboration among key stakeholders.Lead ecosystem mapping efforts, identifying gaps and opportunities in the hub’s startup landscape.

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships

Develop and maintain relationships with incubators, accelerators, investors, SMB, government agencies, and corporates.Foster cross-hub collaboration, ensuring best practices and shared knowledge are leveraged across regions.Act as a liaison between state government startup missions and central policy initiatives.

Program Oversight & Execution

Oversee the SMB and Startup Portfolio Sourcing & Management teams to ensure high-quality program delivery.Guide startups and SMBs through funding readiness programs, investor connects, and market access initiatives.Support the creation of tailored programs in high-impact sectors (deep tech, biotech, cleantech, etc.).

Impact Measurement & Reporting

Track ecosystem performance through key metrics, including revenues, customers, pilots, startup funding, job creation, and collaboration.Publish periodic reports on ecosystem health and program effectiveness.Leverage data-driven insights to refine strategies and interventions.

Profile

Qualifications & Experience

10–12 years in ecosystem development, incubation, venture building, SME Acceleration or government-led entrepreneurship programs.Strong experience in stakeholder engagement, strategic partnerships, and program execution.Understanding of startup funding, innovation ecosystems, and government support structures.Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Wadhwani Foundation

Wadhwani Foundation is a global non-profit committed to accelerating job growth in emerging economies and enabling millions to earn a family-sustaining wage and lead a dignified life.

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Nonprofit organization
Between 50 and 250 employees

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Wadhwani Foundation

Wadhwani Foundation is a global non-profit committed to accelerating job growth in emerging economies and enabling millions to earn a family-sustaining wage and lead a dignified life.

Website
Nonprofit organization
Between 50 and 250 employees

Wadhwani Foundation did not yet communicate its impact measurement.

This structure did not communicate to us the labels or certifications that it was able to obtain.

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