Deputy Manager – Startup Incubation Centre
Location: Parul University, Goa Campus
Job Description:
Parul University is seeking a dynamic and driven professional to join its Startup Incubation Centre as a Deputy Manager. The role involves strengthening the startup ecosystem by managing incubation programs, mentoring startups, and fostering a strong culture of innovation and entrepreneurship across the campus.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive initiatives to build and strengthen a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship within the campus, encouraging student and faculty participation in startup activities
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Startup Incubation Centre at the Goa campus
- Support incubation programs, including startup onboarding, evaluation, and progress monitoring
- Engage with startups to provide guidance on business strategy, fundraising, market access, and scaling
- Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, industry partners, mentors, and government bodies
- Facilitate access to funding opportunities, including grants, angel networks, and venture capital
- Organize startup-focused events such as workshops, demo days, investor connects, and bootcamps
- Collaborate with academic departments to integrate innovation and entrepreneurship into academic and co-curricular activities
- Track key performance metrics and prepare reports on startup progress and incubation outcomes
- Assist in developing strategic plans and growth roadmap for the incubation centre
Eligibility Criteria:
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent qualification in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, or Business Management preferred
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in startup ecosystem, incubation centres, venture capital, or entrepreneurship support roles.
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