About RTIH

The Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH) is a Section 8 company established under the Government of Andhra Pradesh through the Andhra Pradesh Innovation Society (APIS). As the State’s principal platform for innovation, incubation, and entrepreneurship, RTIH leads a Hub-and-Spoke network connecting five regional innovation foundations across Andhra Pradesh. Its vision—under the AP Innovation & Startup Policy (2024–2029)—is to make Andhra Pradesh a lighthouse of inclusive innovation and entrepreneurship.

Position

Job Title: Head – Investments

Department: Investments & Strategic Partnerships

Location: Amaravati

Reporting To: Joint Director – Incubation / Designated Authority at RTIH, Amaravati

Employment Type: Full-Time Contractual role

Role Overview

The Head – Investments will lead the investment strategy, startup funding initiatives, portfolio management, investor engagement, and capital mobilization activities of RTIH, Amaravati. The role requires identifying high-potential start-ups and innovation-driven enterprises, conducting investment evaluations, managing investment pipelines, and building strategic relationships with investors, venture capital firms, financial institutions, family offices, and ecosystem partners.

The position will play a key leadership role in strengthening RTIH’s innovation ecosystem and enabling access to capital for start-ups and emerging ventures.

Key Responsibilities

Investment Strategy & Execution

1. Develop and implement RTIH’s investment and funding strategy aligned with organizational objectives.
2. Lead end-to-end investment processes including sourcing, evaluation, due diligence, structuring, negotiations, and execution.
3. Identify high-potential start-ups and innovation-led ventures across sectors.
4. Build investment theses and sectorial focus areas for strategic investments.

Start-up & Portfolio Management

1. Manage and monitor RTIH’s start up investment portfolio and track performance metrics.
2. Support portfolio companies with fundraising readiness, strategic guidance, governance, and growth opportunities.
3. Facilitate investor connect programs, demo days, pitch sessions, and funding opportunities.
4. Maintain regular portfolio reporting and investment performance reviews.

Investor & Ecosystem Relations

1. Develop relationships with venture capital firms, angel networks, family offices, banks, CSR foundations, and institutional investors.
2. Represent RTIH in investment forums, startup events, and industry engagements.
3. Build strategic partnerships for co-investment opportunities and innovation financing initiatives.
4. Support fundraising and capital mobilization for RTIH-led programs and funds.

Financial & Strategic Analysis

1. Conduct market research, financial analysis, valuation assessments, and risk evaluation of start-ups and investment opportunities.
2. Prepare investment notes, investment committee presentations, and strategic reports.
3. Ensure compliance with applicable financial, legal, and regulatory frameworks.

Leadership & Governance

1. Lead and mentor the investments team and related ecosystem programs.
2. Contribute to organizational strategy and innovation ecosystem development initiatives.
3. Coordinate with internal departments, incubators, accelerators, legal advisors, and external stakeholders.

Qualification & Experience

1. Master’s degree in Finance, MBA, CA, CFA, Economics, or related field from a reputed institution.
2. Minimum 12-15 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, startup investments, investment banking, innovation ecosystems, or strategic finance.
3. Strong understanding of startup ecosystems, venture financing, and investment evaluation frameworks.
4. Proven experience in deal sourcing, due diligence, financial modeling, and stakeholder management.
5. Experience working with incubators, accelerators, innovation hubs, or startup ecosystems will be preferred.

Key Skills

1. Investment Strategy & Venture Financing
2. Financial Modelling & Valuation
3. Due Diligence & Risk Assessment
4. Start-up Ecosystem Engagement
5. Portfolio Management
6. Strategic Partnerships
7. Negotiation & Stakeholder Management
8. Leadership & Team Management
9. Excellent Communication & Presentation Skills

Preferred Attributes

1. Strong network within start up, VC, and investor ecosystems.
2. Ability to identify emerging innovation trends and scalable business opportunities.
3. Entrepreneurial mind-set with strategic thinking capabilities.
4. Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

Compensation

Rs 15.0 – 18.0 Lakhs per annum (Compensation shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and organizational standards.)