Programme and Innovation Manager ProVeg Incubator

ProVeg e.V.; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Join a pioneering organization dedicated to transforming the global food system as a Programme and Innovation Manager. This role offers a unique chance to work with groundbreaking startups in the food tech sector, enhancing their journey through expert guidance and support. You'll lead the development of an exceptional incubator experience, curate impactful events, and play a vital role in community building within the startup ecosystem. If you're passionate about sustainable food systems and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity to thrive in an innovative and mission-driven environment.

Leistungen

Flexible working arrangements

Personal development budget

Supportive work environment

Diverse team culture

Qualifikationen

• Degree in relevant fields or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 1-2+ years in programme or project management, ideally in incubators.

Aufgaben

• Lead and evolve the Incubator programme structure and delivery.
• Curate a world-class curriculum with workshops and expert talks.

Kenntnisse

Programme Management

Project Management

Startup Ecosystem Knowledge

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Coaching

Networking

Creative Thinking

Ausbildung

Degree in Business

Degree in Economics

Degree in Food Tech

Degree in Biotechnology

Jobbeschreibung

Role Summary

TheProVeg Incubatoris the world’s first accelerator program dedicated to startups in the plant-based, fermentation, and cultivated food space. We support pioneering entrepreneurs as they launch, grow, and scale impactful food-tech companies that are transforming the global food system.

As part ofProVeg International, our mission is bold: reduce global animal consumption by 50% by 2040. We’re looking for a passionate, strategic, and hands-onProgramme and Innovation Managerto help us power this transformation.

About the Role

As Programme and Innovation Manager (all genders), you’ll play a pivotal role in designing and delivering an exceptional incubator experience for our startups. From refining the curriculum to coordinating mentors, events, and workshops, you’ll ensure that every founder receives the guidance, support, and connections they need to succeed. This is a unique opportunity to work with some of the most innovative food-tech startups globally—at the intersection of sustainability, entrepreneurship, and impact.

Job Details

Role: Permanent, Full-time
Hours:40 / week
Location: Berlin or Remote (ideally within Germany, Poland, Netherlands, UK, South Africa or Czechia)
Reports to: Head of ProVeg Incubator

Responsibilities

• Programme Leadership: You will own and continuously evolve the structure, content, and delivery of the Incubator programme.
• Curriculum Development:You will curate and coordinate a world-class curriculum, including workshops, expert talks, and networking events.
• Startup Support: You will work hands-on with leading startups in the food tech space, coaching and supporting them during and after the programme on strategy, fundraising, and go-to-market topics.
• Impact & Knowledge Management: You will build and manage knowledge-sharing systems, KPIs, and programme impact tracking.
• Community Building: You will expand our global mentor network and stakeholder community.
• Startup Selection: You will contribute to the selection process of startups in close collaboration with the team.
• Trend Monitoring:You will stay ahead of trends in food innovation and identify high-potential startup teams early.
• Budget Management:You will manage the programme budget and ensure effective resource allocation.
• Representation: You will represent the Incubator at industry events and within the broader startup ecosystem.

Qualifications

• You hold a degree in Business, Economics, Innovation, Food Tech, or Biotechnology - or bring equivalent hands-on experience.
• You have 1-2+ years of experience in programme or project management, ideally within a startup incubator, accelerator, or entrepreneurship support organisation.
• You have a strong understanding of the startup ecosystem and the food innovation landscape.
• You bring excellent organisational and communication skills and thrive in fast-paced environments.
• You have an entrepreneurial spirit and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• You have experience coaching or working with early-stage startups.
• You are passionate about sustainable food systems and supporting mission-driven founders.
• You are outgoing and confident and enjoy networking and representing the Incubator and ProVeg with professionalism.
• You are driven by a passion for entrepreneurship and food innovation and want to help startups succeed and build a more sustainable food system.
• You work proactively and think creatively to generate original and relevant ideas to continuously improve the incubation and acceleration programme.

Benefits of working with us

• The opportunity to work closely with groundbreaking startups from all over the world that are building the future of our food system
• Build a strong foundation for a career in one of the most exciting areas of innovation and impact.
• A mission-driven team and work culture that values impact, autonomy, and creativity.
• Strong organisational focus on personal development and designated training budget with plenty of room for initiative, independence and responsibility
• Flexible, trust-based working arrangements and home office arrangements
• A supportive, open and diverse work environment

When?

Application deadline:15.05.2025
Start: Ideally 15.06.2025 or 01.07.2025

Further information

Please apply with yourCV and a cover letter explaining why you are motivated to join us and describe how you can bring in your experience to this role. Even if you do not meet all the requirements, we still encourage you to apply. Our tasks are diverse, and we are flexible in how we distribute them. We are happy to support your growth and development.

We also encourage all applicants to apply without a photo or disclosing their date or place of birth.

If you are living with a disability, health condition and/or neurodiversity, please feel free to let us know how we can adjust and support your application process. For example, we can offer alternative tools, different interview formats, or additional time for tasks.

Important:Please make sure to use your own words and ideas in the cover letter. The goal is for us to know you better in order to assess if this role and your motivation are a good fit. Letters written with AI will be disregarded.

For any questions about the role or application process, feel free to [e-mail]. (Please note: Applications sent directly to this email address will not be considered. Kindly follow our official application process.)

Further process:

Initial screening of applications

Video call with People & Culture (approx. 30–40 minutes)

Online trial task (max. 2 hours)

Second online interview with the team (approx. 1hr)