Program Lead (Overall Strategic Owner)

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About the Organization

Wadhwani Foundation is a high-growth, not-for-profit tech organization dedicated to social good. Over two decades since its inception in 2001, the foundation with worldwide presence has focused on a simple, powerful mission: accelerating job growth and enabling millions to earn a family-sustaining wage and lead a dignified life.

The Foundation is positively impacting the lives of millions of individuals across multiple countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America through its four core initiatives:

Job Description

The Hub Lead is responsible for driving the Startup and SMB ecosystem development within their respective city. They will lead all ecosystem-related initiatives, manage key stakeholders, and ensure alignment with the national strategy. They will work closely with government bodies, incubators, accelerators, corporates, and investors to enhance the vibrancy of the startup ecosystem.

Job Responsibilities

Ecosystem Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute a regional ecosystem development strategy, ensuring alignment with national objectives.
• Build a thriving startup and SMB ecosystem by fostering collaboration among key stakeholders.
• Lead ecosystem mapping efforts, identifying gaps and opportunities in the hub’s startup landscape.

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships

• Develop and maintain relationships with incubators, accelerators, investors, government agencies, and corporates.
• Foster cross-hub collaboration, ensuring best practices and shared knowledge are leveraged across regions.
• Act as a liaison between state government startup missions and central policy initiatives.

Program Oversight & Execution

• Oversee the Startup and SMB Portfolio Sourcing & Management teams to ensure high-quality program delivery.
• Guide startups and SMBs through funding readiness programs, investor connects, and market access initiatives.
• Support the creation of tailored programs in high-impact sectors (deep tech, biotech, cleantech, etc.).

Impact Measurement & Reporting

• Track ecosystem performance through key metrics, including startup funding, job creation, and collaboration.
• Publish periodic reports on ecosystem health and program effectiveness.
• Leverage data-driven insights to refine strategies and interventions

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• 8–12 years in ecosystem development, startup incubation, venture building, or government-led entrepreneurship programs.
• Strong experience in stakeholder engagement, strategic partnerships, and program execution.
• Understanding of startup funding, innovation ecosystems, and government support structures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with the startup landscape in India’s key hubs (Pune, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Hyderabad, Jaipur) is a plus.

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