Program Manager
Traveltechessentialist, Turin, NY, United States
Plug and Play Tech Center is the ultimate innovation platform, bringing together the best startups and the world’s largest corporations to create the most meaningful connections that bring innovation to anyone, anywhere. We are on a mission to bring the benefits of Silicon Valley to all four corners of the world.
In Italy, Plug and Play focuses on several verticals: Food & Beverage, Fintech, Sustainability, Automotive, Infrastructures, Aerospace and Defence.
We’re actively seeking a Program Manager to support the DualTech by Takeoff Acceleration Program in Turin (Italy), taking ownership of the relationship with NATO DIANA, the Italian Ministry of Defence and dual-use startups, as well as executing the acceleration program timeline in terms of workshops and activities, main events organization and related marketing activities.
Program Manager
The role of the Program Manager is to independently design, plan, and execute the full lifecycle of startup accelerator programs and medium-scale events. This role combines strategic program design with hands‑on operational excellence to ensure high-quality delivery across the global Plug and Play landscape.
Responsibilities
Run and continuously improve the DualTech by Takeoff program, taking into account financial and timeline constraints.
Manage a small team of up to two people.
Be responsible for formal reporting on program activities and KPIs.
Build and manage strong relationships with mentors, investors, and corporate partners and leverage the local dual use ecosystem to create opportunities and growth for dual use companies.
Act as a mentor for startups, helping teams mature and succeed within the program.
Oversee the organisation of small and medium size events such as kick off events, local demo day, roundtables and “speeddating” sessions.
Requirements
Fluent in English and Italian
4 years of working experience
Master's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
Willingness to travel at least twice a year
High knowledge and ability to use various computer tools (G‑suite, Zoom, Eventbrite, Keynote)
Ability to work in a small and dynamic team
Ability to multitask and manage priorities
Good interpersonal skills
Rigor in work & Re‑activity
Startup and entrepreneurial affinity
Benefits
Be part of Plug and Play – the biggest and fastest‑growing startup innovation platform globally with locations worldwide such as Silicon Valley, Paris, Amsterdam, Munich, Abu Dhabi, Singapore, Japan, etc.
Be at the forefront of Deep Tech and A&D innovation and get access to groundbreaking technologies.
Be part of a dynamic, international and open‑minded team in a vibrant working environment.
Get access to and communicate with international startups, investors and industry leaders.
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In Italy, Plug and Play focuses on several verticals: Food & Beverage, Fintech, Sustainability, Automotive, Infrastructures, Aerospace and Defence.
We’re actively seeking a Program Manager to support the DualTech by Takeoff Acceleration Program in Turin (Italy), taking ownership of the relationship with NATO DIANA, the Italian Ministry of Defence and dual-use startups, as well as executing the acceleration program timeline in terms of workshops and activities, main events organization and related marketing activities.
Program Manager
The role of the Program Manager is to independently design, plan, and execute the full lifecycle of startup accelerator programs and medium-scale events. This role combines strategic program design with hands‑on operational excellence to ensure high-quality delivery across the global Plug and Play landscape.
Responsibilities
Run and continuously improve the DualTech by Takeoff program, taking into account financial and timeline constraints.
Manage a small team of up to two people.
Be responsible for formal reporting on program activities and KPIs.
Build and manage strong relationships with mentors, investors, and corporate partners and leverage the local dual use ecosystem to create opportunities and growth for dual use companies.
Act as a mentor for startups, helping teams mature and succeed within the program.
Oversee the organisation of small and medium size events such as kick off events, local demo day, roundtables and “speeddating” sessions.
Requirements
Fluent in English and Italian
4 years of working experience
Master's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
Willingness to travel at least twice a year
High knowledge and ability to use various computer tools (G‑suite, Zoom, Eventbrite, Keynote)
Ability to work in a small and dynamic team
Ability to multitask and manage priorities
Good interpersonal skills
Rigor in work & Re‑activity
Startup and entrepreneurial affinity
Benefits
Be part of Plug and Play – the biggest and fastest‑growing startup innovation platform globally with locations worldwide such as Silicon Valley, Paris, Amsterdam, Munich, Abu Dhabi, Singapore, Japan, etc.
Be at the forefront of Deep Tech and A&D innovation and get access to groundbreaking technologies.
Be part of a dynamic, international and open‑minded team in a vibrant working environment.
Get access to and communicate with international startups, investors and industry leaders.
#J-18808-Ljbffr