Startup Ecosystem Partnerships Consultant

Startup Ecosystem Partnerships Consultant
ENSDIM is expanding its partnerships across the GCC and MENA startup ecosystem.
We’re looking for someone who already works closely with startups, accelerators, incubators, venture studios, VCs, entrepreneurship programs, or founder communities and can help us build meaningful, long-term relationships within this ecosystem.
This is not a traditional sales role.
The focus is on identifying where ENSDIM can become a valuable technology and product execution partner for organizations supporting startups and for founders who need the right technical capabilities to move from idea, validation, or early operations into execution.
What you’ll do
Build relationships with accelerators, incubators, venture studios, VCs, startup communities, and entrepreneurship programs
Connect with decision-makers responsible for partnerships, portfolio support, innovation, and startup programs
Identify opportunities where ENSDIM can support startups with product discovery, MVP development, digital platforms, automation, AI-enabled solutions, and operational systems
Explore partnership models that create value for both ENSDIM and ecosystem organizations
Introduce relevant founders, portfolio companies, and qualified opportunities
Help us better understand the needs, challenges, and opportunities within the startup ecosystem in your market
Contribute to building a long-term Startup Ecosystem Partner Network, not just one-off referrals
We’re looking for someone who
Already has an active network within the startup or investment ecosystem
Has experience working with accelerators, incubators, VCs, venture studios, founders, or entrepreneurship programs
Understands how early-stage and growing startups make product and technology decisions
Can build relationships with founders, investors, program managers, and ecosystem leaders
Can recognize genuine partnership opportunities rather than simply generate contact lists
Has strong communication, relationship-building, and business development skills
Experience in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, UAE, Egypt, or the wider GCC/MENA ecosystem is particularly relevant.
Relevant backgrounds may include
Startup Partnerships, Ecosystem Development, Venture Building, Portfolio Support, Business Development, Innovation Programs, Startup Consulting, Accelerator Programs, or Investment Ecosystems.
What success looks like
Success in this role is not measured by the number of messages sent.
We’re looking to build active relationships that lead to startup introductions, joint initiatives, qualified opportunities, portfolio support, and long-term partnerships.

Work arrangement
Yes