Designation of the Role
: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Years of Experience
: 15+
Location
: Kolkata
Work Model
: Onsite
Job Description
THE ROLE
Objective
The CEO will be the driving force behind nurturing and scaling the next generation of
impact-driven ventures
, particularly those creating rural livelihoods and sustainable solutions. This role is a unique prospect to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem while leveraging the resources and reputation of one of India’s leading business schools. The ideal candidate will be an experienced leader with a deep understanding of the startup landscape, a strong network, and genuine passion for mentorship and social impact.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute the overall strategy for IIMCIP, setting ambitious yet realistic goals for startup growth, social/economic impact, and organisational sustainability.
- Advise the Board on investment risks, returns, and alignment with social mission.
- Identify and pursue growth opportunities aligned with IIMCIP’s core focus on rural entrepreneurship and livelihood creation.
- Build strategic partnerships with government, development organisations and institutional investors to strengthen IIMCIP’s capability and reach.
Ecosystem Building
- Cultivate and expand a robust network of mentors, industry partners, development organisations and alumni to provide invaluable resources to our entrepreneurs.
- Act as the primary external face of IIMCIP at public forums, industry events, policy discussions, and sector forums.
- Foster collaborations with other incubators, government bodies, corporates, industry partners and investors—both in India and globally—to enhance program impact and resource sharing.
- Function as a respected evangelist for social entrepreneurship and inclusive innovation.
- Strengthen partnerships with State Governments for integrating IIMCIP programs into development agendas.
Portfolio Management
- Oversee the selection and managem