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.