Program Manager – Funding, Bangalore

Job Description

Job Title: Program Manager – Funding
Location: Electronic City, Bengaluru
Organization: Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre
Type: Full-time (on Contract)
Reports to: Managing Director
Role Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Manager – Funding & Cohort Programs to lead
and manage startup funding initiatives under national schemes such as Startup India Seed Fund
Scheme (SISFS), DST-NIDHI Seed Support Program, BIRAC Seed Fund, and MEITY
SAMRIDH. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early-stage funding, portfolio
management, cohort execution, and stakeholder coordination within the innovation/startup
ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities:
Funding Program Management

• End-to-end support for startup activities, including outreach, evaluation, onboarding,
  mentorship, and access to funding opportunities
• Manage end-to-end execution of seed funding programs like SISFS / NIDHI-SSP / BIRAC
  / MEITY SAMRIDH.
• Drive the application, screening, evaluation, and disbursement process in line with
  respective scheme guidelines.
• Liaise with government agencies, committees, and stakeholders for approvals, compliance,
  and reporting.
• Track and monitor startup milestones, fund utilization, and performance metrics.
• Prepare fund utilization reports, quarterly updates, and compliance documentation for all
  funding schemes.
  Cohort & Startup Engagement
• Design and conduct themed cohort programs to identify, mentor, and support high-
  potential startups for seed funding.
• Coordinate expert panels, jury evaluations, workshops, and capacity-building activities for
  cohorts.
• Develop a mentor and evaluator network for selection, training, and monitoring of funded
  startups.
• Maintain and update a funding pipeline dashboard and MIS for internal and external
  reporting.
  Ecosystem & Stakeholder Management
• Engage with startup founders, mentors, VCs, angel investors, and public/private funding
  partners to amplify fundraising opportunities.
• Build partnerships with domain experts, academic institutions, and innovation networks.
• Represent the Incubation Centre at events, expos, and investor forums to showcase
  portfolio startups.
  Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Technology, or related field; MBA or postgraduate
  degree preferred.
• Minimum 4–6 years of relevant experience in managing government startup funding
  schemes, grants, or venture funding programs.
• Proven track record of conducting startup cohorts, bootcamps, or acceleration programs.
• Experience working with incubators, accelerators, government schemes (SISFS / BIRAC
  / DST/ MEITY, etc.), or early-stage investment firms.
  Key Competencies:
• Deep understanding of startup lifecycle and funding ecosystem in India
• Strong coordination, analytical, and program management skills
• Proficient in grant management tools, startup databases (like Startup India, BIRAC
  portals), and reporting systems
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking in a dynamic environment
  Compensation: As per industry standards and experience
  Application Deadline: 10th June 2025
  To Apply: Send your CV to info@bioinnovationcentre.com

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