About IKP Knowledge Park
IKP Knowledge Park (IKP) is a leading science park and incubator dedicated to advancing
cutting-edge R&D in India. We have a pioneering legacy of more than two decades of
nucleating and nurturing life sciences and engineering innovation. We focus on sectors like
biotech, health tech, and agri-tech, helping innovators move from the lab to the real world. By
partnering with government, industry, non-profits, academia and investors, we create a
supportive environment for startups and SMEs to thrive and grow. Our work is centred at our
200-acre park in Genome Valley Hyderabad and our Bengaluru maker space (IKP EDEN at
Koramangala, Bengaluru), reaching across India and the world through various innovation
programs and services. We are at the cusp of next phase of growth which is founded in our
belief that science and technology are key to shaping a better tomorrow through deep &
expansive societal impact.
Job Summary
The Executive Assistant to the CEO provides high-level administrative and strategic support
to the Chief Executive Officer, ensuring efficient management of schedules, communications,
and stakeholder interactions. The role requires strong organizational skills, discretion, and
the ability to coordinate across teams while supporting leadership priorities in a dynamic
innovation ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the CEO’s calendar, appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
Act as the primary point of contact between the CEO and internal teams, board
members, government officials, industry partners, and external stakeholders.
Prepare, review, and manage correspondence, presentations, reports, and briefing
notes for meetings and reviews.
Coordinate and follow up on action items arising from leadership meetings, and
strategic discussions.
Support the CEO in planning and organizing internal and external events, reviews,
and visits.
Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with utmost discretion.
Assist in drafting official communications, emails, and policy-related documents as
required.
Track deadlines, priorities, and deliverables across multiple initiatives and ensure
timely follow-up.
Facilitate smooth coordination between departments to support the CEO’s office
operations.
Perform other administrative and strategic support functions as assigned by the CEO.
Qualifications & Experience
A good command on spoken and written English.
Graduate / Postgraduate in any discipline (Management or related fields preferred).
10 – 15 years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leadership.
Desired Profile:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong organizational, planning, and
time-management abilities. Demonstrates a high level of professionalism, integrity, and
discretion, with the ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and perform effectively
under pressure. Proficient in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and
Outlook, and possesses strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage and coordinate
with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
To Apply:
Please send your CV and a Statement of Purpose (SOP) by 03rd February 5pm IST to
raghavendrap@ikpknowledgepark.com
Applications without an SOP will not be considered for the position.
Please note that the position may be closed once a suitable candidate is identified, and we
may not necessarily wait until the completion of the stated timeline.