Associate
Innovation and Startup
VP – I & S
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in
administration, Public Policy or
Development Studies/Economics or
Management Sciences or a related field
(will be preferred)
administration, Public Policy or
Development Studies/Economics or
Management Sciences or a related field
(will be preferred)
Full-Time
Bengaluru
Roles & responsibilities
- Be the interface between State, Central Government and the KDEM team to implement programs.
- Assist in drafting State Startup Policy and create awareness among startups about the policy benefits.
- Organise workshops and meetings with startups to comprehend their challenges and document their interactions with mentors, partners, investors and corporates.
- Foster entrepreneurship and build a startup ecosystem across the last mile.
- Handhold the state in Fund of Funds, Procurement, Awareness, Outreach, etc.
- Provide support to Government officials for formulating policies, schemes, measures, etc. for developing the Startup ecosystem.
- Address ad hoc requests such as preparation of talking points, reports, briefs, etc.
- Create program briefs for startups and assist them in onboarding and active participation throughout the program.
- Collaborate with Key Stakeholders & ensure participation and involvement in KDEM’s initiatives.
- Build relationships with thought leaders to grow industry awareness.
Skills Required
- 1-2 years of Experience with Govt./VC/Trade Bodies /Consulting/ Policy/Sectoral expertise shall be an added advantage
- Experience in Investment Promotion, Policy facilitation, and Project Management with the State Govt. or Govt. of India (will be an added advantage)
- Excellent Research, Communications, and Analytical Skills
- Ability to work amid strict deadlines and on multiple projects
- Excellent stakeholder management skills
- Kannada language proficiency (will be an added advantage)
- Understanding of the Startup ecosystem shall be helpful
- Confident in presenting to and engaging with external stakeholders
