Job Title : Program Manager
Location : Mangalore, India (Hybrid)
Experience : 10+ years
Department : Product
Reports To : CEO
About the Client
Our client is a fast-growing organisation focused on transforming the coastal Karnataka region into a thriving innovation, technology, and business hub. The company works with industry leaders, academia, and various ecosystem partners to drive sustainable growth and meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and execute the HomeComing program roadmap, including events, outreach campaigns, and engagement plans.
- Build relationships with NRI groups, alumni networks, industry bodies, government partners, and regional companies.
- Develop storytelling and communication campaigns to position the region as an emerging innovation hub.
- Drive community engagement through reunions, virtual showcases, and networking forums.
- Define KPIs, track progress, and submit periodic reports to leadership.
- Conduct market and talent research to strengthen program strategy.
What You Bring
10+ years of program / project management experience (startup, consulting, development sector, or government experience preferred).Strong strategic thinking with hands-on execution capability.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Passion for regional development, innovation ecosystems, and community building.Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment.Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA / postgraduate preferred.Experience with diaspora engagement, economic development, or talent mobility programs is an added advantage.Why Join
Work in a beautiful coastal region with exceptional quality of life.Freedom to innovate and build a high-impact program from scratch.Opportunity to collaborate closely with business leaders and community visionaries.A chance to shape the region’s future and create lasting impact.