Position: Manager– Centre for Conscious Entrepreneurship (CCE)

About the Centre

The Centre for Conscious Entrepreneurship (CCE) at Chanakya University is dedicated to nurturing ethical, responsible, and purpose-driven entrepreneurs. The Centre focuses on fostering student entrepreneurship, supporting MSMEs, and building a robust ecosystem for innovation and growth aligned with societal well-being.

Role Overview

This role will play a pivotal role in driving the Centre's initiatives, and engaging with students, faculty, entrepreneurs, and external stakeholders. The position requires a dynamic individual with strong organizational skills, passion for entrepreneurship, and the ability to work collaboratively in an academic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Execution

Lead end-to-end design and execution of entrepreneurship programs, fellowships, and incubation initiatives
Drive innovation in program formats (ideathons, accelerators, MSME engagements)
Set KPIs, track outcomes, and ensure measurable impact
Mentor junior team members and interns supporting program delivery

Ecosystem Stakeholder Engagement

Build and manage relationships with entrepreneurs, MSMEs, investors, mentors, and advisors
Act as a key interface between academia and industry
Anchor partnerships and collaborations for long-term value

Strategic Initiatives & Growth

Contribute to the Centre's 3–5 year roadmap and expansion strategy
Identify new opportunities (CSR, grants, partnerships, fellowships)
Support fundraising and donor engagement initiatives
Develop scalable models for student entrepreneurship and MSME support

Operations & Governance

Oversee program operations, budgets, and resource allocation
Ensure strong documentation, reporting, and compliance standards
Build systems for tracking impact metrics

Communication & Thought Leadership

Lead creation of reports, insights, and knowledge outputs
Drive visibility through events and publications

Research & Knowledge Building

Lead research on MSMEs and entrepreneurship trends
Develop case studies and whitepapers

Qualifications & Skills

Masters/bachelor's degree in management, Commerce, Entrepreneurship, Social Sciences, or related field.
8-15 years of relevant experience
Experience with startups, MSMEs, or incubation programs preferred

Key Attributes

Entrepreneurial mindset
Outcome-driven
Strong relationship builder
Attention to detail
Passion for impact and education