Associate / Portfolio Manager

Описание

We are the Global Network of Trust of, by, and for entrepreneurs.

Our Core Belief: High-Impact Entrepreneurs transform economies.

What We Do: We turn high growth entrepreneurs into Multipliers. Through strategic mentorship and investment that speeds up their growth and enables them to reinvest their success in the next generation.

Why We Do It: To build thriving entrepreneurial ecosystems in emerging and underserved markets around the world.

About this opportunity

We're looking for an experienced professional to join Endeavor Ukraine's core team and drive our mission of supporting high-impact entrepreneurs. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, working directly with Ukraine's most ambitious founders and the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem.

What you'll do

Entrepreneur Selection & Support (60%)

• Lead the identification and evaluation of high-potential scale-up companies for Endeavor selection

• Conduct in-depth due diligence on candidate companies (business model analysis, market assessment, founder evaluation)

• Build and maintain relationships with portfolio entrepreneurs, serving as their primary point of contact

• Design and deliver customized support programs addressing specific entrepreneur needs (fundraising, internationalization, talent, strategy)

• Facilitate connections between entrepreneurs and relevant mentors, investors, and corporate partners

• Coordinate entrepreneur engagement across Endeavor's global network

• Track entrepreneur progress and identify opportunities for deeper support

Ecosystem Building (20%)

• Develop and execute strategic initiatives to strengthen Ukraine's entrepreneurial ecosystem

• Build partnerships with key stakeholders: investors, corporations, government, accelerators, and educational institutions

• Organize and moderate high-impact events (founder dinners, masterclasses, panel discussions)

• Represent Endeavor at ecosystem events and conferences

• Contribute to ecosystem research and thought leadership

Network Development (10%)

• Identify and recruit mentors, board members, and advisors for Endeavor entrepreneurs

• Manage mentor relationships and facilitate meaningful connections with founders

• Expand Endeavor's network of international partners and resources

• Connect Ukrainian entrepreneurs with Endeavor's global network (50 markets)

Operations & Strategy (10%)

• Contribute to Endeavor Ukraine's strategic planning and goal-setting

• Track and report on key metrics (entrepreneur progress, network growth, ecosystem impact)

• Collaborate with global Endeavor offices on cross-border initiatives

• Support fundraising and partnership development efforts

What you bring

Mush-have

• 5+ years of professional experience in venture capital, private equity, consulting, startup operations, or business development

• Strong business acumen and analytical skills – ability to assess business models, market opportunities, and growth strategies

• Proven track record of building relationships with senior executives and entrepreneurs

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Ukrainian and English

• Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on execution mentality (get-things-done)

• Entrepreneurial mindset and comfort with ambiguity & a high level of autonomy

• Deep passion for supporting entrepreneurs and building the Ukrainian ecosystem

Nice-to-have

• Experience in fast-growing startups or scale-ups

• Existing network in Ukraine's tech/entrepreneurial ecosystem

• Previous experience in ecosystem-building roles

• International work experience

• Relevant graduate degree

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape the brand of Ukraine's leading entrepreneurship platform

• A platform to tell inspiring stories of Ukrainian entrepreneurs building global companies

• Access to Endeavor's global network across 50 markets

• International travel opportunities to Endeavor offices and events worldwide

• Creative freedom and strategic ownership

• Connection to Ukraine's most influential founders, investors, and business leaders

• Professional development and international exposure

• Competitive compensation: $2,500-4,500 USD net monthly (physical person entrepreneur contract)

• Flexible working arrangements

• Collaborative, mission-driven team environment

Who you are

Endeavor is a values-driven organization. We are looking for someone, who embodies...

• Entrepreneur First: The Associate will be someone who passionately believes in the power of high-impact entrepreneurs to change the world for the better. You care about our mission.

• Go Big: The Associate will be someone whose curiosity drives them to dream (and execute!) big. You are a self-starter, who will roll up your sleeves to take our office to the next level.

• Network of Trust: The Associate will be someone who can naturally build trust with anybody, from CTOs of cutting-edge startups to CEOs of established ventures.

• Pay It Forward: The Associate will be someone with a service-oriented attitude, who asks “What can I do?” before asking “What can I get?”

• One Endeavor: The Associate will be someone who thrives on working with colleagues in over 30 different countries around the world. You are collaborative and a bridge builder.

• Always Agile: The Associate will be someone who understands that it's the planning, not the plans, that matter and therefore isn't deterred by pivots or evolutions.