We are seeking an energetic and highly organized Ecosystem Manager to lead the on-ground execution of programs, manage key stakeholders, and foster vibrant community-building activities within a specific hub. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth implementation of our initiatives, events, and partnerships, directly contributing to the growth and success of startups and SMBs.

Key Responsibilities

- Program Execution: Manage day-to-day operations, ensuring the effective delivery of all programs and initiatives within your hub.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key ecosystem players, including incubators, accelerators, startups, mentors, investors, and corporates.
- Event Management: Plan and execute a variety of impactful events, such as workshops, pitch clinics, networking meetups, and hackathons.
- Startup Support: Coordinate comprehensive mentoring programs, facilitate investor connects, and organize essential pitch preparation sessions for startups.
- Partnership Development: Proactively identify and onboard new partners for program execution and resource sharing within the ecosystem.
- Progress Tracking: Monitor program performance diligently, capture relevant data,



and provide timely, insightful reports to the Program Lead.
- Community Building: Facilitate meaningful interactions and collaborations between diverse stakeholders to cultivate a vibrant and mutually supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Qualifications

- Experience: Proven experience in ecosystem building, project management, or startup support programs.
- Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and operational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Partnership & Event Management: Demonstrated experience in managing partnerships and executing successful events.
- Local Ecosystem Knowledge: Familiarity with local startup ecosystems and key players within the region.
- Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Key Shared Skills Across All Roles

- Passion for entrepreneurship and ecosystem building.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Problem-solving mindset with a strong focus on execution and impact.
- Solid communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Flexibility to adapt and operate across multiple geographies.

📌 Ecosystem Manager (Pune)
🏢 Wadhwani Foundation
📍 Pune