Purpose Statement

We are hiring a highly organized and execution-focused Program Manager to lead and manage our participation in global accelerators, incubators, venture studios, and non-dilutive funding programs. This role owns the end-to-end application pipeline from identifying the right programs to preparing submissions, coordinating materials, and ensuring we consistently secure placements in high-value startup programs worldwide.

You will work closely with founders and leadership to position the company for acceptance into top-tier programs and maximize strategic opportunities.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

1. Program & Accelerator Pipeline Management

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  Research and maintain a database of relevant:

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  Accelerators

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  Incubators

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  Venture studios

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  Government innovation programs

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  Grants and competitions

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  Track deadlines, requirements, and eligibility

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  Prioritize programs based on strategic fit

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  Maintain a rolling 3–6 month application calendar

Deliverable: Clear, organized pipeline of all upcoming opportunities.

2. Application Preparation & Submission

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  Lead preparation of all application materials, including:

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  Written responses and essays

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  Pitch deck customization

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  Founder bios

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  Product descriptions

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  Metrics and traction summaries

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  Financial data

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  Demo materials

Ensure:

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  High-quality submissions

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  Consistent storytelling

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  Zero missed deadlines

Deliverable: On-time, polished applications across all target programs.

3. Founder & Leadership Coordination

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  Gather required information from founders and teams

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  Translate internal information into strong application narratives

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  Prepare briefing documents for leadership

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  Ensure alignment across materials

Deliverable: Well-prepared founders and consistent messaging.

4. Interview & Selection Support

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  Prepare founders for accelerator interviews

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  Build Q&A prep documents

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  Run mock sessions

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  Manage follow-ups with program teams

Deliverable: Interview-ready teams and timely follow-up.

5. Strategic Program Tracking

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  Track acceptance rates and outcomes

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  Recommend which programs to prioritize

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  Monitor ecosystem opportunities globally

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  Suggest timing for applications

Deliverable: Quarterly program strategy updates.

6. Grant & Non-Dilutive Funding Applications

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  Identify relevant grants and competitions

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  Coordinate application materials

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  Manage submission timelines

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  Track outcomes

Deliverable: Ongoing pipeline of grant opportunities.

KPIs / Success Metrics

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  Number of high-quality applications submitted per quarter

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  Acceptance/interview rate

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  Total programs secured

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  Non-dilutive funding secured

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  Timeliness of submissions

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  Strength of application pipeline

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  Quality of documentation and tracking

Requirements

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  Minimum 3 – 6 years experience in Startup operations, Program management, Venture capital support roles, Founder associate roles, Accelerator or incubator environments

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  Strong writing and editing skills

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  Exceptional organizational ability

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  Ability to manage multiple deadlines

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  Strong research skills

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  Comfortable working directly with founders

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  Experience applying to or working with: YC, Techstars, Antler, Global accelerators

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  Grant writing experience

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  Startup ecosystem knowledge

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  Deck editing experience

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  Familiarity with Notion, Airtable, or similar tools

Key Traits

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  Highly proactive

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  Detail-oriented

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  Structured thinker

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  Fast executor

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  Strong communicator

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  Comfortable in fast-moving startup environments

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  Tools & Systems; Notion / Airtable, Google Workspace

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  Pitch decks

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  Data rooms

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  CRM tools

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  Application portals

Benefits

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  Professional development opportunities.

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  A collaborative and inclusive work culture that fosters growth and innovation.

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  Opportunity to work with cutting-edge products and technologies.

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  Supportive and approachable management team dedicated to your success.

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  Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses tied to acceptances

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  Equity (optional depending on seniority)