Job Description
<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Job Title: Executive Director </b></span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Location:</b> Mumbai, India<br />
<b>Reports To:</b> President, TiE Mumbai Board<br />
<b>Position Type:</b> Full-Time</span></span></span></p>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>About TiE Mumbai:</b></span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">TiE Mumbai is the Mumbai chapter of TiE (The Indus Entrepreneurs), a global non-profit organization fostering entrepreneurship through mentoring, networking, education, incubation, and funding. TiE Mumbai has played a pivotal role in building the entrepreneurial ecosystem of India’s financial capital, supporting startups, scaleups, and early-stage entrepreneurs through curated programs, investor connects, and thought leadership.</span></span></span></p>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Role Summary:</b></span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The Executive Director – Corporate & Government Partnerships at TiE Mumbai will spearhead initiatives to engage, structure, and grow strategic partnerships with corporates, government bodies, and ecosystem enablers. This role is vital in enabling sustainable growth for TiE Mumbai through programmatic collaborations, sponsorships, and policy engagement.</span></span></span></p>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>1. Corporate Engagement & Strategic Partnerships</b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Develop and maintain strong relationships with CXOs, innovation heads, and CSR leads of large corporates.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Design and implement collaborative programs such as startup challenges, accelerator initiatives, and innovation showcases.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Secure strategic sponsorships and partnerships aligned with TiE Mumbai's goals and partners' brand/CSR/ESG objectives.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>2. Government & Public Sector Collaboration</b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Engage with government agencies such as Startup India, Maharashtra State Innovation Society (MSInS), MIDC, BMC, and other public sector bodies.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Drive government-funded programs and initiatives for entrepreneurs, MSMEs, and women founders.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Represent TiE Mumbai in government consultations, policy discussions, and public forums.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>3. Fundraising & Revenue Generation</b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Identify and unlock revenue opportunities through CSR partnerships, industry collaborations, and government grants.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Prepare customized proposals, partnership decks, and MoUs to support funding and program design.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Track and report outcomes of funded initiatives and ensure regulatory and partner compliance.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>4. Program Leadership & Ecosystem Building</b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Co-create and lead key initiatives such as TiE Mumbai’s Innovation Summit, Investor Connect programs, and Corporate-Startup Connect events.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Collaborate with ecosystem players like incubators, accelerators, industry associations (e.g., CII, NASSCOM), and academia.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Identify and launch new initiatives that align with regional economic priorities and startup needs.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>5. Leadership & Reporting</b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Work closely with the President and Board to align strategy with execution.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Lead a partnerships and development team, including external consultants or interns.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Maintain dashboards and provide regular updates on partnerships, revenue, and ecosystem impact.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Qualifications:</b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, Economics, or related field.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">10–15 years of relevant experience in corporate relations, government affairs, nonprofit leadership, or ecosystem development.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Proven track record in fundraising, stakeholder management, and public-private collaboration.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Deep understanding of India’s startup ecosystem, especially in Mumbai and Maharashtra.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Preferred Skills & Attributes:</b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Strong network within Maharashtra’s business and government ecosystem.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Self-starter with high ownership, entrepreneurial mindset, and relationship-building ability.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Experience with CSR funding frameworks and ESG-driven program design.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Comfortable working with Boards, senior leaders, and public institutions.</span></span></span></span></li>
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