Innovation and Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Facilitator

Facilitate UNCTAD's eTrade for Women Pitch Day at the IIC Prabhav Conference, coordinating event arrangements, recruiting an investor and mentor panel, coaching eight South Asian women digital entrepreneurs, moderating the session and building connections for follow-up investment engagement.

Department: Division on Technology and Logistics

• Coordinate Pitch Day arrangements with the IIC Prabhav Conference organizers
• Recruit mentors, investors and ecosystem experts for the evaluation panel
• Align panel members and organizers on the session objectives and format
• Review presentation materials and rehearse pitches with participating entrepreneurs
• Co-facilitate the pitching session and moderate discussions
• Connect entrepreneurs with investors, mentors and strategic partners

• Advanced university degree in economic development, entrepreneurship, business administration or a related field, or demonstrated relevant experience
• At least seven years of experience in entrepreneurship, finance or marketing
• Established South Asian network of investors, venture capital firms and industry experts
• Written and spoken English fluency

• Home-based assignment with the Pitch Day held in New Delhi on 10–11 September 2026
• Selected cohort comprises eight advanced women digital entrepreneurs based in South Asia