Program Associate- Launchpad

N S Raghavan Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

NSRCEL, the IIM Bangalore startup incubator, invites applications for a Programs Operations Coordinator for Launchpad, a 5-month founder-focused program. You will manage day-to-day operations, cohort communications, and schedules.

You will liaise with mentors and founders, assist outreach and onboarding, plan events, and support data reporting. A minimum 2 years in a startup ecosystem, strong writing and cross-team collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a similar role or start-up ecosystem.
• Excellent writing, documentation and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work across teams and take ownership.
• High bias for action and strong multitasking ability.
• Curiosity, positive attitude and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Execute day-to-day operations for the cohort and respond to founder queries.
• Maintain program schedules, calendars and event planning.
• Collect, collate and analyze data; support reporting.
• Coordinate mentor-founder calls and venture onboarding.
• Assist in outreach, selection and onboarding of ventures.
• Support planning and execution of events, reviews and bootcamps.
• Maintain connections with alumni and provide resources.
• Contribute to curriculum development and organizational tasks.

Skills

Excellent writing

Documentation & verbal communication

Cross-team collaboration

Bias for action

Ownership

Multitasking

Curiosity & attention to detail

Tech & AI for operations

Job description

• Industry Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
• Work Experience 2-4 years
• Country India
• Postal Code 560076

Job Description

About NSRCEL

NSRCEL is the start-up incubator of IIM Bangalore. We are deeply committed to mobilizing the entrepreneurship ecosystem in the country to

foster innovation and economic growth. As an organization, we have had the privilege of working with some of the brightest minds in the

industry, and we take pride in our ability to identify and nurture talent. 1,15,600+ entrepreneurs participated in various programs, workshops,

masterclasses and events so far. These initiatives have provided a platform for entrepreneurs to gain insights, expand their network, and hone

About Launchpad

Launchpad is NSRCEL’s flagship program spanning 5 months. This sectoragnostic program is designed to support the critical first steps of a

founder over a focused journey. Launchpad supports early-stage founders and ideas with disruptive potential to become trustworthy and

resilient market leaders. The program curate seamless, founder-centric interventions that lead to visible, tangible impact.

Your Roles and Responsibilities

Operations:

• Execute day to day operations and activities for the cohort that include cohort communication, scheduling sessions, facilitator co-ordination, responding to founder queries.
• Maintain and update program schedules and calendars to ensure timely execution of activities.
• Ensure timely collection of data, its collation, documentation, analysis and support the team in reporting.
• Assist in the scheduling, coordination and tracking of calls between mentors and founders.
• Assist in application outreach, selection and venture onboarding.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of program events, reviews and bootcamps.
• Regular communication with portfolio ventures, providing them with necessary resources and connections.
• Set up and manage interactions with ventures.
• Maintain connections with alumni and involve them in relevant program aspects.

Program Management and Coordination:

• Support in the development and implementation of innovative and effective program curricula that meet the goals and objectives of the

Team Contribution/Organizational Support:

Contribute to broader organizational goals and assist in various tasks as needed

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role or start-up ecosystem.
• Excellent writing, documentation & verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work across teams.
• High bias for action and ownership.
• Ability to multitask and take ownership of tasks.
• Curiosity, positive attitude, detail-oriented and maturity to interact with varied stakeholders.

Additional Skills

• Ability to strategically use technology and AI for increasing operational