Program Manager - Future of Deeptech 2035
As the world is becoming more and more focused on sustainability and ultra smart solutions that have a positive impact on the environment, at Techleap we see the need for vision to make sure that energy and resources are spent well in a structured approach in an ecosystem that can help Deeptech flourish in the years to come.
Our Program Manager
As our Program Manager you will be responsible for leading a portfolio of projects that range from ecosystem mapping to innovation driven entrepreneurship programs. You will be responsible to deliver a pilot approach (program) that will result in:
A vertical playbook that presents a structured approach to be copied onto following verticals;
An integrated analysis of the verticals, its landscape & players, the strength & weaknesses of the ecosystem, encountered and expected bottlenecks and opportunities for startups and scaleups to develop upon;
A full fledged action plan including collaboration and funding proposition for this first vertical we will develop together;
And accompanies content for the business case and stakeholder proposal and communication with relevant stakeholders in the domain.
Key responsibilities
To reach these goals we ask for a track record on multiple fronts that help Techleap and you to be successful in this new role within a dynamic non-profit that focuses on advancing the Tech Ecosystem in the Netherlands!
Program development
Translate the strategic objectives into concrete plans and identify opportunities for new projects and initiatives in the Deeptech vertical for the 2035 pilot.
You will initiate and coordinate research projects that contribute to strategic insights and translate them into actionable recommendations.
Program management
We ask you to lead multiple projects, ensuring a clear planning, manageable objectives and deliverables. These should be captured in a monitoring process that allows for risk assessment, budget planning and resource allocation.
Fostering strategic collaboration
In this role you will lead a multidisciplinary team (in a functional setup) and facilitate collaboration among various stakeholders, both internal and external. You will ensure effective communication with management on progress, results and iterations for future improvements.
Your background and experience
At least 5 years of experience in a role that is similar to that of a strategy consultant with experience in delivering an end product;
Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams;
Relevant experience with scaling Deeptech ventures and the challenges they face, preferable including domain knowledge and experience in the Future of Compute;
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Experience in senior stakeholder management;
Proactive attitude with a focus on results and impact;
Familiarity with various project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum) is a plus;
You are located in the Netherlands and are eligible to work here and at the same time you have experience in the Dutch tech ecosystem.
Are you the strategic thinker and proactive program manager we are looking for? Apply now and help us make a remaining positive impact!
Conditions for the position:
Next to your salary (t.b.d.), you will get an 8% holiday allowance, 15% pension allowance for you to allocate, a great work from home- and BYOD allowance, travel allowance, unlimited holidays, hybrid working setup (2-3 days WFO) and a full time contract (ideally 40 hours per week).
As part of our mission, we build safe communities that foster diverse, inclusive and equitable collaboration - and that includes our employees. We’re taking on exciting challenges for founders and Dutch society, and we only succeed with a team that represents an inclusive and diverse set of identities and backgrounds.