Program Manager

About Mesa:

Mesa is a highereducation institution focused on developing toptier talent for Indias startup ecosystem.

Role overview:

The Program Manager will own the endtoend design and execution of Mesas flagship programs for earlycareer professionals and founders.

Key responsibilities:

• Plan and run academic and cocurricular programs, including classes, projects, and industry sessions.
• Work with founders, CXOs, and startup leaders to design learning experiences and guest sessions.
• Track learner progress and outcomes, using data to improve program quality and completion.
• Coordinate across admissions, placements, marketing, and operations to deliver a great student experience.
• Document processes, build playbooks, and continuously improve how programs are delivered.

Required qualifications:

• 35 years of experience in program management, operations, consulting, or a similar executionheavy role.
• Strong ownership mindset and bias for action; comfortable running complex projects endtoend.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work from our Bengaluru campus in a fastpaced, highenergy environment.

Nice to have:

• Experience in edtech, higher education, or startup ecosystems.
• Interest in education, talent development, or building communities.

Why Mesa:

• Highimpact work on building a new model of business education.
• Direct exposure to founders, operators, and leaders from top startups.
• Fastpaced, collaborative culture with strong focus on learning and growth.

Compensation: 1218 LPA, depending on experience and level