Job Title: Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR)
Location: Gurugram
Type: Full-Time
Note: This is not another job or your job replacement. We are looking for passionate individuals with an attitude toward building things rather than just ideas.
About Us:
Growth Valley Community (GVC) is an avant-garde education startup devoted to revolutionizing the learning landscape through cutting-edge technology, global mentorship, and immersive, hands-on projects. Our mission is to empower the next generation of visionaries, innovators, and leaders by providing unparalleled interdisciplinary and practical educational experiences. Join us and become an integral part of a dynamic team that is setting new benchmarks in the educational realm.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and visionary Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) to join our distinguished team. The EIR will be instrumental in driving student enrollment, spearheading strategic initiatives, launching groundbreaking programs, and nurturing a culture of relentless innovation. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate closely with our leadership, breathe life into novel ideas, and make an indelible impact on the education sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Enrollment Initiatives: Develop and execute innovative strategies to significantly increase student enrollment, ensuring our programs reach a broad and diverse audience.
- Holistic Program Development: Lead the creation and execution of cutting-edge educational programs and workshops, ensuring they adhere to the pinnacle of quality and relevance. This involves rolling up your sleeves and building things from scratch.
- Leadership and Mentorship: Impart wisdom and guidance to our team, students, and community members, fostering a growth mindset and entrepreneurial zeal. Lead by example with a get-things-done attitude and a passion for execution.
- Partnership Building: Forge and sustain strategic alliances with educational institutions, industry magnates, and other pivotal stakeholders to expand our reach and impact.
- Market Research and Analysis: Conduct comprehensive market analyses to unearth trends, opportunities, and the competitive landscape, thereby informing strategic decisions and programmatic innovations.
Qualifications:
- Proven entrepreneurial acumen with a distinguished track record of launching and scaling successful ventures.
- Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving prowess, with an innate ability to identify and seize new opportunities.
- A strong get-things-done attitude, with the ability to build from scratch and love the process of creation.
- Exemplary leadership and mentorship capabilities, coupled with a fervent passion for education and innovation.
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills, adept at building robust relationships with a diverse array of stakeholders.
- Capacity to flourish in a fast-paced, dynamic startup milieu and adept at managing multiple projects concurrently.
- An unwavering desire to build rather than manage, with a relevant and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Hands-On Approach: Must have an attitude to participate in any activity related to work rather than trying to manage things from a distance. We are not looking for managers; we are looking for doers.
- Passion for Enrollment Growth: Demonstrated experience and success in driving enrollment growth, with creative and effective strategies.
- Commitment to GVC's Vision: A genuine passion for working in a small team dedicated to building something bigger. Candidates must be committed to GVC's mission and not looking for other job opportunities.
Why Join Us:
- Impact: Play a pivotal role in reshaping the future of education and empowering the next generation of trailblazers.
- Growth: Embark on a journey with a rapidly expanding startup, replete with opportunities for personal and professional evolution.
- Innovation: Thrive in a collaborative environment that celebrates creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit.
- Community: Join a vibrant community of learners, educators, and industry leaders who are united in their quest to make a significant difference.
- Esops will be offered to the right candidate.
How to Apply:
If you are an aficionado of transformative education and exhilarated by the prospect of driving innovation at GVC, we are eager to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a compelling cover letter detailing your entrepreneurial odyssey and your visionary outlook for this role.
