Global Expansion Manager (Startups)

Description
We're looking for a hands-on partnerships professional who can build and maintain relationships with accelerators, international organizations, and ecosystem players — while helping our startups break into global markets.
This is a connector role. You'll work at the intersection of the startup world, government bodies, and international partners — getting things done across all three.

What you'll focus on

① Accelerators & programs② Gov & associations③ Startup global growth

Requirements

• 3+ years in partnerships, business development, or ecosystem roles
• Comfortable negotiating and closing agreements — at both business and government levels
• Strong communicator; can manage multiple stakeholders without dropping the ball
• Understands how startups think and what they need to go international
• Fluent English (C1 minimum)

Responsibilities

• Build and manage partnerships with accelerators, innovation hubs, and startup programs
• Lead contracting, negotiations, and agreement processes with international partners
• Coordinate startup cohorts for acceleration and soft-landing programs abroad
• Work with government bodies, industry associations, and institutional partners on international collaboration
• Support startups in preparing for global market entry — positioning, partner introductions, roadshows
• Identify new markets, ecosystem players, and strategic partners worth pursuing
• Maintain and grow a network of consultants, mentors, and industry experts

Nice to have

• Real experience working with accelerators, startup programs, or innovation organizations
• Knowledge of Western tech markets (US, UK, EU)
• Additional EU language
• Background in market analysis or go-to-market strategy

  
  Working Conditions

• Full-time employment
• Modern office in Tashkent
• Business trips to international startup hubs across Europe, the UK, the USA, MENA, and Asia
• Opportunity to shape international startup programs at a national level
• Exposure to global innovation ecosystems and venture capital networks
• Competitive salary and professional growth opportunities