Startup Enablement Program Specialist

Pinerium is seeking an energetic, organized, and innovation-driven Startup Enablement Program Specialist to support startup programs, incubation activities, entrepreneurship initiatives, and innovation-focused educational programs across Pinerium Academy and business enablement initiatives. This role is responsible for coordinating startup support programs, workshops, mentorship activities, founder engagement, partnerships, and operational activities that help startups grow, learn, and scale successfully.

The ideal candidate is passionate about startups, entrepreneurship, innovation ecosystems, business growth, and community building, with strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities

Startup Program Coordination Coordinate startup enablement programs, bootcamps, workshops, mentorship sessions, and incubation activities. Manage program schedules, startup onboarding, communications, and operational follow-up. Support execution of startup events, networking sessions, demo days, and innovation activities.

Ensure smooth coordination between startups, mentors, trainers, and internal teams. Founder & Community Engagement Act as a point of contact for startup founders, entrepreneurs, and participants. Support startup engagement, communication, and participant experience initiatives. Build relationships with startup communities, universities, innovation hubs, and ecosystem partners.

Assist in creating a collaborative and growth-oriented startup environment. Mentorship & Educational Support Coordinate mentor schedules, speaker sessions, and startup learning activities. Support preparation of educational resources, materials, and startup guidance documentation. Assist in tracking startup progress, participation, and development milestones.

Support startup learning journeys and business development activities. Operations & Administrative Coordination Maintain accurate records, reports, attendance, and program documentation. Support operational logistics for events, workshops, and startup activities. Assist in reporting, KPI tracking, and startup performance monitoring.

Ensure program activities align with operational standards and timelines. Partnerships & Ecosystem Development Support collaboration with startup communities, accelerators, universities, and business partners. Assist in identifying partnership and sponsorship opportunities. Coordinate communication with external stakeholders and ecosystem contributors.

Help expand awareness and participation within startup programs. Marketing & Awareness Support Coordinate with marketing teams to promote startup programs and events. Support social media campaigns, startup storytelling, and community engagement initiatives. Assist in preparing promotional content and event communication materials.

Help increase startup participation and ecosystem engagement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Communications, Innovation Management, or related field. 1–3 years of experience in startup programs, innovation initiatives, training coordination, community management, or event coordination. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

Passion for startups, entrepreneurship, and innovation ecosystems. Ability to coordinate multiple activities and stakeholders effectively. Strong attention to detail and operational follow-up skills. Familiarity with startup ecosystems, incubation programs, or entrepreneurship initiatives is preferred. Experience with workshops, events, or educational programs is a plus.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and reporting tools. Fluency in English (Arabic is a plus). Additional Requirement: Candidate must have their own laptop. Must be a non-smoker (all types).

Benefits

Competitive salary and career growth opportunities. Exposure to startup ecosystems, innovation programs, and entrepreneurship initiatives. Opportunity to work with founders, mentors, investors, and innovation leaders. Continuous learning and professional development through Pinerium Academy. Collaborative and innovation-focused workplace culture.

Career growth path into Innovation Management, Startup Programs, Community Management, or Business Development roles.