Global Expansion Manager — Startup Partnerships

About the Role

IT Park Uzbekistan is looking for a dynamic Global Expansion Manager — Startup Partnerships to help Uzbek startups expand into European and U.S. markets.

In this role, you will work directly with startups, venture capital firms, accelerators, corporate partners, and international organizations to create growth opportunities and build strategic partnerships. If you have experience in the startup ecosystem and understand how innovative companies scale globally, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for Uzbek startups entering European and U.S. markets.
• Build and maintain relationships with venture capital funds, accelerators, incubators, corporate partners, and innovation ecosystems.
• Identify new partnership opportunities to support international business development.
• Represent IT Park Uzbekistan at international conferences, startup events, investor meetings, demo days, delegations, embassy events, and technology summits.
• Lead negotiations and prepare Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), partnership agreements, and collaboration frameworks.
• Organize and coordinate international business missions, startup showcases, networking events, and investment programs.
• Support startups in preparing for international expansion and investor engagement.
• Monitor global startup ecosystem trends and identify new opportunities for collaboration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in startups, venture capital, accelerators, innovation programs, business development, partnerships, or international business.
• Strong understanding of startup ecosystems, fundraising stages, venture capital, term sheets, investment processes, and startup growth metrics.
• Experience building strategic partnerships with international organizations.
• Strong sales, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience organizing international events, delegations, startup programs, or business missions.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and public speaking skills.
• Strong visual communication skills with the ability to create professional presentations, pitch decks, and one-page materials.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced international environment.
• English proficiency at C1 level or higher is mandatory.
• Knowledge of an additional European language will be considered a strong advantage.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with international startup ecosystems or venture capital funds.
• Existing network of investors, accelerators, incubators, or innovation organizations.
• Experience supporting startup internationalization and market entry.
• Background in investment attraction, innovation, or technology sectors.
• Experience representing organizations at international conferences and industry events.

What We Offer

• Official employment in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Participation in international projects, startup acceleration programs, and global technology events.
• Extensive networking opportunities with investors, founders, accelerators, and technology leaders worldwide.
• Professional development and international exposure.
• Full-time position based in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
• Performance-based bonuses and career growth opportunities.