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
