Entrepreneur Relations and Operations Management

Ankara TEKMER; Çankaya; On-site; TRY 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ankara TEKMER is seeking a motivated operations-focused team member to support the management of its entrepreneurship programs and the progress of TEKMER companies.

You will coordinate applications, monitor activities, build relationships with startups, plan events, and contribute to business development and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Management or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience.
• Advanced level of English, both written and spoken.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive, solution-oriented and highly motivated approach.
• Strong analytical, reporting and presentation skills.
• Interest in entrepreneurship, technology, innovation and startup ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor TEKMER companies’ operational activities, projects, personnel and reporting processes, and ensure timely follow-up of required actions.
• Coordinate startup applications, evaluation processes, portal registrations, project applications and related documentation for both new and existing TEKMER companies.
• Support the operational processes of Ankara TEKMER and contribute to the effective delivery of entrepreneurship and incubation programs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with TEKMER companies, staying informed about their business development, projects, achievements, awards, needs and challenges.
• Support business development activities and contribute to strategic planning, impact assessment, market analysis and reporting processes.
• Identify and communicate relevant opportunities, including R&D and entrepreneurship support programs, technology events, partnership opportunities, project calls and funding opportunities.
• Plan and coordinate trainings, events, workshops and networking activities, including preparation, communication, execution, reporting and archiving.
• Monitor national and international project calls, tenders and ecosystem developments, and contribute to developing new opportunities and services for Ankara TEKMER.
• Follow up on company portal processes, tax exemption documentation, operational requests and other administrative requirements.
• Support the management of office and common areas, identifying operational needs and coordinating necessary actions.
• Follow up on companies’ lease and contract processes.

Skills

Advanced English

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Proactive

Analytical skills

Entrepreneurship interest

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Management

Job description

Ankara TEKMER is a technology development and entrepreneurship center, bringing together startups, technology companies, entrepreneurs, investors and ecosystem stakeholders under one roof. Operating across approximately 5,000 m², Ankara TEKMER provides not only office and infrastructure solutions but also a wide range of services including incubation and acceleration programs, mentoring, business development, investment opportunities, consultancy and corporate partnerships.

We are looking for a motivated and proactive team member to join our growing team and contribute to the development of our entrepreneurial ecosystem and the growth of the companies within Ankara TEKMER.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor TEKMER companies’ operational activities, projects, personnel and reporting processes, and ensure timely follow-up of required actions.
• Coordinate startup applications, evaluation processes, portal registrations, project applications and related documentation for both new and existing TEKMER companies.
• Support the operational processes of Ankara TEKMER and contribute to the effective delivery of entrepreneurship and incubation programs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with TEKMER companies, staying informed about their business development, projects, achievements, awards, needs and challenges.
• Support business development activities and contribute to strategic planning, impact assessment, market analysis and reporting processes.
• Identify and communicate relevant opportunities, including R&D and entrepreneurship support programs, technology events, partnership opportunities, project calls and funding opportunities.
• Plan and coordinate trainings, events, workshops and networking activities, including preparation, communication, execution, reporting and archiving.
• Monitor national and international project calls, tenders and ecosystem developments, and contribute to developing new opportunities and services for Ankara TEKMER.
• Follow up on company portal processes, tax exemption documentation, operational requests and other administrative requirements.
• Support the management of office and common areas, identifying operational needs and coordinating necessary actions.
• Follow up on companies’ lease and contract processes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Management or a related field.
• Min 2 years of relevant professional experience is required.
• Advanced level of English, both written and spoken.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with entrepreneurs, companies and ecosystem stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive, solution-oriented and highly motivated approach.
• Strong analytical, reporting and presentation skills.
• Interest in entrepreneurship, technology, innovation and startup ecosystems.