Programme Executive

Programme Executive (Temporary)

The Programme Executive (Temporary) will report to Taylor’s University Incubator (Biz Pod) Acting Director and support the planning, coordination and execution of entrepreneurship programmes and community engagement initiatives. The role is responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of programmes, fostering meaningful participant experiences, and supporting outreach efforts that promote awareness and participation in Biz Pod’s initiatives.

Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, the Programme Executive will support the growth of Biz Pod’s community‑building efforts and contribute to a more active and vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem within the University.

• Support the planning and execution of entrepreneurship programmes, workshops, bootcamps, events and startup‑related activities organised by Biz Pod.
• Coordinate programme administration including registration, participant communication, attendance tracking and engagement follow‑up.
• Provide coordination support to facilitators, mentors, speakers and stakeholders to ensure smooth programme delivery and a positive participant experience.
• Prepare programme materials, maintain programme documentation, collect feedback and support post‑event follow‑up to enhance programme effectiveness.
• Support outreach and engagement initiatives to increase awareness, participation and involvement in Biz Pod programmes and activities.
• Organise and facilitate student engagement and community‑building activities for students, startups, incubatees and Biz Pod community members.
• Coordinate onboarding and engagement activities to encourage continued participation and strengthen community connections within Biz Pod.
• Support the promotion of Biz Pod programmes, activities, opportunities and resources through appropriate communication and engagement channels.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support the successful delivery of entrepreneurship and community initiatives.
• Any other responsibilities that may be assigned to you from time to time.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Events, Entrepreneurship, Communications or related fields.

• 1–3 years of experience in programme coordination, entrepreneurship initiatives, student engagement, events, community activation or related areas.
• Experience supporting academic‑linked programmes, startup activities, workshops, bootcamps or student development initiatives would be an advantage.
• Exposure to working in higher education, innovation, community engagement, startups, corporate or public sector environments would be beneficial.
• Strong programme coordination and execution skills, with the ability to support multiple activities, timelines and stakeholders concurrently.
• Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to interact with students, startups, mentors, speakers and university stakeholders.
• Ability to support programme delivery, including participant coordination, engagement follow‑up, activity documentation and post‑event reporting.
• Good understanding of student engagement, community‑building and outreach approaches to drive participation in programmes and activities.
• Ability to prepare programme materials, coordinate communication content and support visibility of Biz Pod initiatives across relevant channels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace or equivalent productivity tools.

• Dedicated, trustworthy and able to follow through on assigned responsibilities.
• Diligent, self‑motivated and proactive in supporting programme and community activities.
• Good team player and open communicator.
• Ability to work in a dynamic programme environment and support activities based on departmental priorities and operational requirements.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and contribute to Biz Pod’s entrepreneurial community.
• Works with integrity and upholds a culture of excellence.
• Upholds organisational values and represents Biz Pod professionally.