Assistant Manager / Executive (Start-Up & Incubation Centre)

Ganpat University · India

Job Description – Assistant Manager / Executive (Start-Up & Incubation Centre)

Organization: Ganpat University, Gujarat

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Ganpat University:

Ganpat University is committed to fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and research excellence. We are looking for a passionate and motivated professional to join our Start-Up & Incubation Centre and contribute to building a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Position Overview:

The Assistant Manager / Executive will support incubation programs, start-up mentoring initiatives, innovation projects, industry collaborations, and entrepreneurship development activities. The role involves coordinating with start-ups, mentors, investors, government agencies, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful execution of incubation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage incubation and entrepreneurship development programs.
• Support start-ups in business planning, market research, and business model validation.
• Organize workshops, bootcamps, hackathons, mentoring sessions, and innovation events.
• Assist in IPR, patent filing, and technology commercialization activities.
• Coordinate with mentors, investors, industry partners, academic institutions, and government agencies.
• Support proposal preparation for grants, innovation schemes, and funded incubation projects.
• Maintain incubation records, MIS reports, and project documentation.
• Facilitate Start-up India (DPIIT), MSME registration, company incorporation, and related compliance processes.
• Build partnerships with industries, incubators, accelerators, and innovation networks.
• Promote entrepreneurship and innovation among students, faculty, and researchers.
• Support day-to-day operations of the Start-Up & Incubation Centre.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

Master's Degree in Technology, Science, Pharmacy, Management, Computer Applications, Entrepreneurship, or a related discipline from a recognized university.

Experience:

• Assistant Manager: 4–7 years of relevant experience.

• Executive: 2–4 years of relevant experience.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of Start-up Ecosystem, Innovation Management, and Entrepreneurship Development.
• Understanding of IPR, Patent Filing, Technology Commercialization, and Research Translation.
• Familiarity with Start-up India (DPIIT), MSME Registration, and Company Incorporation.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, presentation, and report-writing skills.
• Project coordination, analytical thinking, and proficiency in Microsoft Office & Google Workspace.

Why Join Ganpat University?

• Work with one of Gujarat's leading universities.
• Contribute to innovation, research, and entrepreneurship initiatives.
• Collaborate with start-ups, industry leaders, investors, and government bodies.
• Excellent opportunity for professional growth.