Asst. Manager – International Grants & Partnerships

About T-Hub T-Hub is India’s leading startup and innovation ecosystem, enabling startups, corporates, academia, investors, and governments to collaborate and drive innovation at scale. Through its global partnerships and programs, T-Hub supports startups and enterprises in building, scaling, and accessing new markets. About the Role T-Hub is looking for a highly motivated professional to drive international grant acquisition and strategic funding initiatives.

This role will be responsible for identifying global funding opportunities, developing competitive grant proposals, and building collaborations with international partners, research institutions, startups, and innovation ecosystems. Key Responsibilities 1. Funding Opportunity Discovery Identify and evaluate grant and funding opportunities across Europe, the UK, APAC, and other global markets.

Monitor funding priorities, eligibility requirements, application timelines, and strategic fit. Maintain a structured pipeline of active and upcoming opportunities. 2. Grant Proposal Development Lead end-to-end proposal preparation, including research, proposal writing, budgeting, documentation, and submission.

Develop compelling narratives that align with innovation themes such as AI, sustainability, mobility, healthcare, and deep technology. Ensure proposals are competitive, compliant, and aligned with funding objectives. 3. Consortium & Partner Coordination Engage and coordinate with startups, corporates, universities, research institutions, and ecosystem partners for collaborative funding applications.

Facilitate communication among consortium members and manage application deliverables. Build long-term relationships with strategic partners and funding stakeholders. 4. Grant Management & Reporting Track submitted applications, funding outcomes, and key performance metrics.

Maintain grant documentation, reporting dashboards, and proposal repositories. Support post-award reporting and compliance requirements where applicable. 5. Strategic Ecosystem Development Map international innovation and funding ecosystems to identify long-term collaboration opportunities.

Support T-Hub's positioning within global innovation networks, research programs, and funding platforms. Contribute insights on emerging funding trends and strategic growth opportunities. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Business, International Relations, Engineering, Public Policy, Economics, or a related field.

Master's degree in International Development, Sustainability, Innovation Management, Public Policy, EU Studies, or related disciplines is preferred. 3+ years of experience in grant writing, proposal development, international funding programs, or innovation ecosystem initiatives. Demonstrated experience managing complex funding applications and multi-stakeholder collaborations. Experience working with international organizations, research institutions, innovation programs, or startup ecosystems is highly desirable.

Preferred Backgrounds EU Grant Proposal Writer International Funding Specialist Research & Innovation Program Manager Consortium Coordinator Partnerships & Grants Manager Horizon Europe and EU-funded programs International development organizations Innovation agencies and consulting firms Universities and research institutions Accelerators and incubators Sustainability and technology-focused organizations Skills & Tools Grant proposal writing and submission Budget planning and funding documentation Stakeholder and consortium management Research and analytical capabilities Project coordination and reporting EU Funding & Tenders Portal Proposal and project management platforms Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint