Overview
Program Manager (Korea-based) Jobs in South Korea at Kiaora Ventures
Title: Program Manager (Korea-based)
Company: Kiaora Ventures
Location: South Korea
Company Description
At Kiaora Ventures, we help startups and innovation stakeholders expand across Southeast Asia through market access programs, ecosystem partnerships, corporate innovation initiatives, immersion trips, and startup ecosystem development. We work closely with startups, government agencies, corporates, investors, and ecosystem enablers to bridge innovation ecosystems between Asia’s emerging and established startup hubs.
Role Description
We are looking for a Korea-based Program Manager to support and manage startup-focused programs centered around Singapore and Southeast Asia market expansion. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in fast-moving, cross-border environments with diverse stakeholders.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about startups, innovation, ecosystem building, and helping founders navigate new markets.
Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Planning & Execution
- Support the planning, coordination, and execution of startup and innovation programs focused on Singapore and Southeast Asia market expansion.
- Manage day-to-day program activities including scheduling, logistics, stakeholder coordination, communications, and reporting.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, external partners, and startups to ensure smooth and timely program delivery.
- Track timelines, deliverables, and operational workflows while proactively identifying gaps or risks.
- Assist in organizing ecosystem activities such as workshops, networking sessions, demo days, immersion trips, and delegation visits.
- Support the preparation of presentations, reports, briefing materials, and program documentation.
Startup & Founder Support
- Act as a key point of contact for participating startups and ecosystem stakeholders throughout the program journey.
- Coordinate mentor sessions, founder support activities, and business matching opportunities.
- Engage with startups, corporates, investors, government agencies, and ecosystem partners to support collaboration opportunities.
- Stay updated on startup ecosystem trends, innovation developments, and emerging technologies across Korea and Southeast Asia.
- Support relationship management and ecosystem-building efforts across regional markets.
Ecosystem & Partnership Engagement
- Support engagement with startups, corporates, investors, accelerators, universities, government agencies, and ecosystem partners.
- Assist in maintaining and growing Kiaora’s regional mentor and partner network.
- Stay informed on startup ecosystem trends, emerging technologies, and innovation developments across Korea and Southeast Asia.
- Assist in preparing presentations, ecosystem briefings, reports, and program documentation for partners and clients.
Operations & Internal Coordination
- Maintain organized documentation, databases, trackers, and reporting systems across programs.
- Support process improvements and internal knowledge management initiatives.
- Ensure operational excellence and attention to detail across all startup and partner interactions.
Qualifications
- Korea-based candidates preferred.
- Strong English communication skills in a professional business setting.
- Proactive, resourceful, and eager to learn in dynamic startup ecosystem environments.
- 3+ years of experience in program management, startup ecosystems, accelerators, innovation programs, consulting, or related fields.
- Strong understanding of startups, innovation ecosystems, and Southeast Asia market dynamics.
- Experience working in multinational, startup, or fast-paced environments is highly preferred.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work effectively across remote teams, multiple projects, and different time zones.
Skills & Tools
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English.
- Strong organizational and project coordination abilities with keen attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive), Notion, and Canva.
