Program Coordinator- Entrepreneurship Mission

1. POSITION VACANT: Program Coordinator- Entrepreneurship Mission , The Global Alliance for Mass Entrepreneurship (GAME), Nagpur (Remote)

2. ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND:

The Global Alliance for Mass Entrepreneurship (GAME) is an alliance of partners unleashing the job creation potential of every entrepreneur in India. GAME believes that for India to prosper ("Viksit Bharat"), the proliferation of viksit locations is essential. A key component of such locations is a healthy entrepreneurship ecosystem that supports the creation of widespread and decentralized entrepreneurshipMass Entrepreneurship—resulting in distributed jobs, livelihoods, and prosperity.

Through action driven coalitions around key themes such as ease of doing 'small' business, access to finance, MSME acceleration and more, GAME hopes to develop an ecosystem that encourages and enables entrepreneurship. The alliance operates through partner organisations, across policy, civil society, academia, and the private sector generating fresh insights, opportunity zones, new ideas, innovative technologies, and scalable actions. GAME believes that solving hard problems requires collective effort, and the organization serves to guide and enable collective impact.

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3. JOB DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Program Director, the Program Coordinator- Entrepreneurship Mission (PC-EM) will be responsible for overseeing and managing the entrepreneurship development initiatives in the assigned districts. The role requires close coordination with the State Program team, district authorities such as Collector/ CEO ZP, and other relevant departments. The PC-EM will also be responsible for partner management, including banks and financial institutions, and ensuring timely and accurate reporting through MIS. S/he will conduct and also represent GAME in district level review meetings to assess/ report the progress of mission programs in the districts.

Key Job Responsibilities:

(1) Coordinate with the State Program Team: Collaborate closely with the State Program Team to align district-level entrepreneurship initiatives with the overall mission goals. Maintain effective communication channels and provide regular updates on the progress and challenges faced;

(2) Liaise with District Entrepreneurship Coalition (DEC) : Establish strong working relationships with key stakeholders such as alliance partners, educational institutions, MSMEs, private sector players, NGOs, Government officials/departments and bankers to garner support and cooperation for entrepreneurship programs. Collaborate with them to ensure smooth implementation of initiatives;

(3) Partner Management: Engage and manage partnerships with banks, financial institutions, and other relevant organizations to facilitate financial assistance and resources for aspiring entrepreneurs. Foster strong relationships with partners and ensure their active participation in entrepreneurship development activities.

(4) Reporting and MIS: Develop and maintain a robust reporting system, including the timely collection and analysis of relevant data. Prepare accurate reports and MIS (Management Information System) for the State Program team and other stakeholders. Provide insights and recommendations based on the data analysis;

(5) Organize Review Meetings: Plan and conduct regular review meetings with key stakeholders to evaluate the progress of entrepreneurship programs, identify challenges, and propose necessary actions for improvement. Present findings and recommendations to the State Program team and other relevant authorities;

(6) Willingness and ability to travel extensively.

5. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:

Qualification:

Applicants must have Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. A postgraduate degree or diploma in management, entrepreneurship, or a related field is preferred.

Experience:

(1) Minimum 5-8 years of overall work experience, with at least 2 years in a relevant role focused on entrepreneurship development;

(2) Two years of experience in the banking or non-banking financial sector, with

knowledge of financial products and services relevant to entrepreneurship.

Skills and Competencies:

(1) Excellent communication skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities to effectively interact with stakeholders, prepare reports, and deliver presentations;

(2) Computer skills: Proficiency in using various software applications, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and data management tools;

(3) Team player: Ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross functional teams, both within the organization and with external partners and government departments;

(4) Multitasking: Capable of handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment;

(5) Well-versed with Government machinery: Familiarity with government policies, procedures, and decision-making processes related to entrepreneurship and economic development.

6. COMPENSATION OFFERED:

Gross compensation budgeted for the position is attractive. The offer made to the selected candidate shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary history.

7. LOCATION: Nagpur (Remote)

8. REFERENCE: PC-EM-GAME

9. CONTACT INFORMATION:

Team SAMS

Strategic Alliance Management Services P Ltd.

1/1B, Choudhary Hetram House, Bharat Nagar 

New Friends Colony, New Delhi

Phone Nos.: ;

10. APPLICATION PROCESS:

Eligible candidates interested in this position are requested to apply using the link at the earliest.

Applicants are urged to apply immediately, as interviews with the promising candidates will start almost right away.