About this opportunity

This is an exceptional opportunity for an early-career professional to join Endeavor Ukraine and accelerate their career while supporting the country's most ambitious entrepreneurs. You'll work closely with the core team on all aspects of our work – from identifying promising companies to supporting portfolio entrepreneurs and building the broader ecosystem.

What you'll do

Company Research & Entrepreneur Support (80%)

• Identify and research high-potential Ukrainian scale-ups for Endeavor selection

• Conduct preliminary analysis of candidate companies (market research, competitive landscape, business model assessment) & work with the pipeline

• Prepare materials for selection panels, including profiles of potential candidates to Endeavor

• Support due diligence processes and entrepreneur interviews

• Maintain and update our company database and CRM

• Assist in designing and delivering support programs for Endeavor entrepreneurs

• Coordinate mentor matching and facilitate connections

• Support entrepreneurs with specific requests (intro to investors, talent recruitment, market research)

• Track entrepreneur progress and maintain regular communication

• Prepare entrepreneur case studies and success stories

Research, Analysis & Operations (20%)

• Maintain tracking systems for entrepreneurs, mentors, and ecosystem partners

• Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders

• Conduct ad-hoc research and analysis on ecosystem trends

• Support fundraising and partnership development efforts

• Handle administrative tasks and project coordination

• Assist with event logistics and coordination when needed

• Support content creation for communications

What you bring

Must-have:

• 1-3 years of professional experience (internships and student projects count)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent research abilities and attention to detail

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in Ukrainian and English

• Proactive, self-starter attitude with a strong ownership mindset

• Genuine interest in entrepreneurship and startups

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships

• Proficiency with Excel/Google Sheets, PowerPoint/Google Slides

• Comfort with ambiguity and fast-paced environments

Nice-to-have:

• Experience in consulting, banking, VC, or startup environment

• Previous involvement in entrepreneurial/ecosystem initiatives

• Background in business, economics, or a related field

• Existing connections in Ukraine's startup ecosystem

• Experience organizing events or community programs

What we offer

• Fast-track career development in a high-impact role

• Direct exposure to Ukraine's top entrepreneurs and business leaders

• Access to Endeavor's global network across 50 markets

• International travel opportunities to Endeavor offices and events worldwide

• Mentorship from experienced team members

• Opportunity to build deep expertise in entrepreneurship and venture building

• Competitive compensation: $1,500-3,000 USD net monthly (physical person entrepreneur contract)

• Flexible working arrangements

• Clear path to career growth within Endeavor

Who you are

Endeavor is a values-driven organization. We are looking for someone, who embodies...

• Entrepreneur First: The Associate will be someone who passionately believes in the power of high-impact entrepreneurs to change the world for the better. You care about our mission.

• Go Big: The Associate will be someone whose curiosity drives them to dream (and execute!) big. You are a self-starter, who will roll up your sleeves to take our office to the next level.

• Network of Trust: The Associate will be someone who can naturally build trust with anybody, from CTOs of cutting-edge startups to CEOs of established ventures.

• Pay It Forward: The Associate will be someone with a service-oriented attitude, who asks “What can I do?” before asking “What can I get?”

• One Endeavor: The Associate will be someone who thrives on working with colleagues in over 30 different countries around the world. You are collaborative and a bridge builder.

• Always Agile: The Associate will be someone who understands that it's the planning, not the plans, that matter and therefore isn't deterred by pivots or evolutions.

Department

Entrepreneur Experience

Role

EX Associate

Locations

Ukraine

Remote status

Hybrid

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