Senior Startup Program Executive – 6 Month Contract
Location
Saudi Arabia
Posted
1 day ago
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0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Startup Program Executive – 6 Month Contract
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• Lead the end-to-end startup programme for assigned events, from positioning and outreach strategy through to final selection and onboarding. • Define and implement vetting frameworks appropriate to each event's audience and sector focus. • Manage and own the full startup application pipeline, including inbound applications, partner referrals and proactive outreach to relevant startup communities. • Work with internal stakeholders to align startup selection criteria, priorities and sector mandates per event. • Curate the show-floor startup mix with the commercial team to ensure strong geographic diversity, sector representation and commercial quality. • Design and deliver pre-event programming for selected startups covering pitching skills, matchmaking strategy, show-floor optimisation, and relevant sector insights. • Coordinate special programme elements — such as Startup Clinics and Founders Bootcamp sessions — managing speakers, agenda, and attendee experience. • Build and maintain startup onboarding documentation, guides, and communication sequences. • Support the startup confirmation process including floor plan allocation and logistics briefings. • Oversee concierge introductions and matchmaking zone coordination for startups onsite. • Manage on-ground startup clinics, pitch sessions, and any competition-related programming for assigned events. • Coordinate with Operations, Production, and Design teams to ensure a seamless startup zone build and experience. • Maintain accurate startup data across internal management tools and platforms throughout the programme lifecycle. • Track and report programme KPIs including application volume, selection rate, NPS, matchmaking meetings, and investment conversations initiated. • Conduct post-event debriefs to identify improvements for future editions. • Track and follow up with startups to capture investment outcomes, business milestones, and success stories from the programme. • Contribute to the development of the concept note to enhance programme quality for future editions.
Job Requirements
- 4–5 years of experience in startup programme management, accelerator operations or ecosystem programme delivery.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex programmes across multiple stakeholders and events.
- Strong understanding of the startup and venture capital ecosystem.
- Sector knowledge in cybersecurity, gaming or technology is a significant advantage.
- Experience working across international markets; MENA exposure preferred.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship management skills.
- Highly organised and execution-focused, comfortable managing timelines and delivery under pressure.
- Strong written English is mandatory; Arabic is an advantage.
- Comfortable working with data management tools.
Benefits
- Remote work options
- Disability-friendly environment
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