Manager / Senior Manager (Incubation)

Temasek Polytechnic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Temasek Polytechnic seeks a Manager/Senior Manager for Incubation to oversee incubation processes and mentor startups. This role involves organizing activities, managing programs aimed at driving startup growth, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in incubation activities and a strong background in business or entrepreneurship.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years experience in incubation activities preferred.
• Meticulous, independent, and resourceful.
• Collaborative team player with excellent organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage incubation processes and support startup growth.
• Lead team in organizing workshops and marketing initiatives.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to facilitate growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Marketing

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Qualifications in Entrepreneurship

Experience in Project Management

Tools

Canva

Job description

What The Role Is

Manager / Senior Manager (Incubation)

What You Will Be Working On

1. Manage incubation processes, including renting of offices to startups, and activities in Temasek Launchpad.
2. Lead team to organize startup activities, including workshops, demo days, pitching sessions, marketing initiatives, and events.
3. Provide startup mentorships.
4. Manage mentorship and incubation programs.
5. Lead team to work with schools to identify budding startups.
6. Manage social media for Temasek Launchpad.
7. Manage programs that drive startup growth and development, including funding schemes, e.g., pre-seed fund.
8. Build relationships with external stakeholders (e.g., incubators, accelerators, venture capitalists) to facilitate startup growth.

What We Are Looking For

1. At least 5 to 8 years experience in incubation activities (including startup, incubator or venture capital) is preferred.
2. Candidates with relevant qualifications in Business, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Project Management, Business Analytics, Mentorship, or Innovation are preferred.
3. Meticulous, independent, resourceful, and self-reliant.
4. Proactive, driven, and accountable with a strong sense of task ownership.
5. Collaborative team player with excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
6. Strong interpersonal, nurturing, and communication skills; able to engage effectively with individuals at all levels (alumni and students).
7. IT and Canva savvy with an eye for design and strong branding/marketing skills.
8. Nurturing and supportive in approach.