Executive

Job Title: Executive – Industry Programs

Location:

ACIC-BMU, BML Munjal University Campus (Gurugram, Haryana) Reporting To:

Manager – Industry Programs, ACIC-BMU

Role Purpose

The Executive – Industry Programs will support the development and execution of structured industry–startup collaboration initiatives. The role aims to build and manage programs where industry partners engage with startups to solve business challenges through:

Open Innovation Challenges Technology Commercialization / Technology Transfer initiatives Industry-led startup engagement programs The incumbent will help build a pipeline of industry assignments and ensure effective execution of innovation programs.

Key Responsibilities 1️⃣ Industry Intelligence & Market Research Compile and track information on open innovation programs conducted by incubators and accelerators. Analyse industry trends, sector challenges, and emerging opportunities. Prepare industry briefs and opportunity reports. 2️⃣ Industry Outreach & Program Development Develop structured plans to connect with industry partners. Support acquisition of open innovation challenge mandates. Prepare proposals, presentations, and concept notes for industry engagements. 3️⃣ Stakeholder Engagement Convene workshops, roundtables, and stakeholder meetings. Coordinate with startups, mentors, and corporate representatives. Build and maintain strong relationships with industry associations and startup ecosystem players. 4️⃣ Program Execution & Coordination Manage end-to-end execution of innovation programs. Track timelines, deliverables, and reporting requirements. Support documentation and impact reporting. 5️⃣ Networking & Representation Participate in external networking forums, startup events, and industry association meets. Represent ACIC-BMU in ecosystem-building activities. Educational Qualification Any Graduate degree with minimum 2 years of work experience OR MBA (preferred) Experience 2+ years of administrative, coordination, or project management experience. Exposure to startup ecosystem, incubation, consulting, industry outreach, or program management preferred. Key Skills & Competencies Strong planning and execution capability Networking and relationship-building skills Detail-oriented with structured documentation ability High computer proficiency (MS Office, presentations, reports) Excellent verbal and written communication skills Result-focused with strong action orientation

Communication Requirement Fluency in spoken and written English is mandatory.

Age Criteria 20–27 years