Growth Success-SMB in Nagpur | Wadhwani Foundation

Wadhwani Foundation

Wadhwani Foundation is a global non-profit founded by Silicon Valley entrepreneur Dr. Romesh Wadhwani, with the mission to accelerate job growth in emerging economies and enable millions to earn a family-sustaining wage and lead a dignified life. The Foundation partners with governments, corporations, mentors, investors, and educational institutions across India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, East Africa, and Latin America, driving impact through Entrepreneurship, Skilling, Innovation & Research, and Government Digital Transformation. This role sits within WEN - Accelerate, Wadhwani Foundation's flagship growth program for Small & Medium Businesses and Growth Stage Companies.

Role

The SMB Portfolio Lead will focus on identifying high-potential small and medium businesses (SMBs) in the Nagpur hub and supporting them with corporate partnerships, market access, funding access, and growth strategies. Reporting to the Program Manager – WEN, the role drives SMB scaling through ecosystem engagement, alternative financing, and impact measurement.

Responsibilities

• Work with industry associations (CII, FICCI, NASSCOM), government agencies, and corporates to source scalable SMBs
• Facilitate SMB onboarding into growth programs, ensuring alignment with industry needs
• Build relationships with corporate accelerators and government support programs
• Facilitate corporate partnerships to help SMBs secure pilots, proof-of-concept projects, and B2B deals
• Guide SMBs on market expansion strategies and product-market fit refinement
• Support SMBs in navigating public procurement opportunities
• Assist SMBs in accessing grants, impact investments, and debt financing
• Connect SMBs with alternative funding sources, including government-backed financing schemes
• Organize investor meets and matchmaking with angel networks and micro-VCs
• Maintain SMB growth data, tracking revenue, job creation, and funding raised
• Develop success stories and case studies to showcase impact and attract further investment
• Provide strategic insights on SMB ecosystem development in the hub

Requirements

• 5-10 years of experience working with SMBs, industry bodies, or corporate innovation programs
• Strong understanding of business scaling, market access, and alternative financing
• Experience with public procurement and corporate partnerships a plus
• Strong stakeholder engagement, business advisory, and project management skills

Benefits

• Opportunity to drive SMB growth at a globally recognized foundation's flagship accelerator program
• Direct exposure to corporate partnerships, alternative financing, and government support ecosystems
• Meaningful role in scaling businesses and creating jobs in the Nagpur region
• Cross-functional collaboration with industry bodies, investors, and government agencies

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Interested candidates can apply through the link given below

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