22 oct
Eatable Adventures
Montevideo
BUILDING TOMORROW'S FOOD SYSTEM by partnering with Startups, Corporations, Governments, and Investors.
At Eatable Adventures, we believe that the power of collaboration is what fuels progress. Our accelerator, investment fund, and innovation hub bring together startups, corporations, governments, and investors to work towards a common goal of creating a more sustainable AgriFoodTech value chain.
We are fulfilling our mission through:
- 25,000 Changemakers: we're at the forefront of assembling the world's leading AgriFoodTech community, fostering a network of passionate individuals committed to revolutionizing the food industry.
- 12 High-impact acceleration programs:
our programs are designed to nurture extraordinary founders and their disruptive technologies, providing the support needed to bring groundbreaking solutions to life.
- 50 Corporate partnerships: we believe in the power of collaboration. By partnering with forward-thinking corporations, we're jointly paving the way for the future of the AgriFoodTech industry on a global scale.
- 15 Government programs: our engagement with transformative public initiatives is setting the stage for pioneering, future-ready food systems that promise sustainability and resilience.
- €30M AgriFoodTech fund: the catalyst for seed Stage and Series A AgriFoodTech startups that are ready to revolutionize the way we nourish ourselves and our planet.
For our office in Montevideo, we are currently looking for a Program Manager with prior experience in projects defining strategy or resolving innovation challenges, as well as experience in the AgriFoodTech sector and working with startups. In this role,
you will assist corporate clients in their process of transforming their businesses through disruptive innovation and strategic alliances with global AgriFoodTech startups.
Tasks
- Plan and structure the program content in line with Eatable's acceleration methodology.
- Oversee and manage the day-to-day activities of the program.
- Develop and maintain relationships with strategic partners, investors and mentors.
- Organize events, workshops, and training sessions for startups.
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of participating startups.
- Provide support and advice on business development, market strategies, and scalability.
- Ensure startups have access to resources such as funding, infrastructure, and technical expertise.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to promote the program and its activities.
- Facilitate the creation of synergies between participating startups and other AgriFoodTech sector initiatives.
- Coordinate mentorship and networking activities between startups and industry experts.
- Implement project management practices to ensure the success of scheduled activities.
- Evaluate the results of the acceleration program and implement continuous improvements.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of previous experience in AgriFoodTech innovation, working with startups and corporations within the ecosystem, management or strategic consultancy, with In-depth knowledge of the sector, including the value chain, market dynamics, business models, key players, etc.
- Leadership skills: you will be leading a high potential team.
- Advanced understanding of entrepreneurship and innovation approaches, including business model innovation, design thinking, lean startup and agile methodologies.
- Eager to make a positive impact on society and the food system.
- Curiosity, learning, and discovery are natural traits.
- Team player, quick learner, highly motivated, and deadline oriented.
- Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication abilities.
- Good negotiation skills.
- Fluent in English (C1) and Spanish (C2), both written and spoken, essential for working with international teams and local stakeholders.
Benefits
- Fixed salary and an attractive variable salary plan based on objectives.
- The hybrid work model allows for remote work on certain workdays.
- Opportunities for professional growth.
Eatable Adventures
At Eatable Adventures we believe startups are leading the way creating solutions to transform how FOOD is produced, transformed and consumed.
We connect the most disruptive food startups with corporations and investors, developing the right collaborations with a mission: BUILDING TOMORROW'S FOOD COMPANIES.
EXCLUSIVELY dedicated to the FOOD INDUSTRY with FOCUS ON GROWTH.
We provide our partners a deep insight on the end to end value chain for the Food Industry: from supply to demand sides.
ENTREPRENEURS ARE OUR CORE ASSET
We boost the most talented FOOD startups to create a solid impact in people’s food habits by developing an ecosystem with more than 25.000 members where innovation can thrive and startups can connect with corporates, investors, academia and research centers. We are committed to the growth of food startups by launching acceleration programs, collaboration programs with industry leaders or investing in their growth.
▶️ Program Manager - AgriFoodTech Accelerator
🖊️ Eatable Adventures
📍 Montevideo