About WTFund: WTFund is India's first non-dilutive grant for founders under 25. We invest in startups 6-12 months from their first institutional raise and are sector-agnostic. Our mission is to support young entrepreneurs in navigating the early stages of their startup journey, providing them with the resources and guidance needed to succeed.
Location: Bengaluru, in person
Role Overview: The Portfolio Manager & Operations Coordinator will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of WTFund and the success of our portfolio companies. This role requires a dynamic individual who can manage communications, organise events, build community, and support our founders in various capacities.
Key Responsibilities:
Portfolio Management:
- Act as the primary point of contact for portfolio companies.
- Ensure timely receipt of updates and reports from portfolio companies.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of portfolio company performance.
Operations & Coordination:
- Organise and coordinate quarterly demo days, both offline and online.
- Manage speaking engagements and outreach activities.
- Assist in building and maintaining a vibrant portfolio community.
Founder Support:
- Support founders with their next fundraising efforts.
- Assist portfolio companies with hiring needs, access to services, and networking opportunities.
- Serve as a confidant to founders, providing guidance and support as needed.
Community Building:
- Foster engagement within the portfolio community through regular communication, events, and initiatives.
- Develop programs and activities that encourage collaboration and knowledge-sharing among portfolio companies.
Event Management:
- Plan and execute WTFund events, ensuring they run smoothly and effectively.
- Coordinate logistics, speakers, and participant engagement for events.
Strategic Initiatives:
- Identify and implement strategic initiatives to enhance the value provided to portfolio companies.
- Collaborate with the WTFund team to develop new programs and resources for portfolio companies.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in portfolio management, operations, community building, or a related field.
- Strong organisational and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Experience in event planning and coordination.
- Passion for supporting startups and young entrepreneurs.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with the Indian startup ecosystem.
- Prior experience in a venture capital or startup environment.
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to work with some of the most promising young startups in India.
- A dynamic and supportive work environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Chance to make a significant impact on the success of early-stage companies.
