Program Associate

About Hatch Blue 

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Hatch Blue is a knowledge-based firm focused on the global markets of sustainable aquaculture and alternative seafood. It comprises four business units: investment management, consulting, startup programs, and media. Its 35+ team members work across five offices in Europe, North America and Asia. To date, Hatch Blue has made 70+ investments, venture-built two companies, run seven accelerator programs, directed 15 innovation studios, and delivered dozens of highly specialized consulting projects to global blue chip clients.

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Hatch Blue Programs

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The Hatch Blue Programs Unit designs and delivers  global innovation and accelerator programs for startups and scaling companies with an exclusive focus on aquaculture and alternative seafood. These programs include annual studios at Hatch’s campuses in Hawaii and Ireland, as well as thematic global studios like the Women in Ocean Food, the Blue Carbon, and the Blue Venture Builders in Hawaii and Africa. Through these varied programs, we support startups from idea validation to scaling, ensuring they have the tools and network necessary to succeed.

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The position

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We are looking for a Program Associate to join our dynamic team. This is a new role in the Programs Unit and the person will work closely with the Studio Director to support the execution of global startup studios. This role will enhance our ability to scale our global programs while maintaining high standards of organization, stakeholder engagement, and execution. The position includes significant global travel to support on-site studio execution.

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 Responsibilities:

• Assist in the operational planning and execution of global innovation studios.
• Coordinate logistics, schedules, and communication with startups, mentors, investors, and sponsors.
• Capture and coordinate content creation during programs, including photography, video, and interviews, in collaboration with the central marketing team
• Actively participate in global studios, providing on-site operational, marketing and event support.

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Requirements:

• At least 1-2 years of experience in startup programs, project coordination, or operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Exposure to startups, startup  studios, or accelerator programs is highly desirable.
• Experience with social media, content writing, or digital marketing is a strong plus.

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The ideal candidate:

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High energy and persistence.
• Adaptability and ability to work in a dynamic, global setting, with frequent global travel.
• Can work under their own guidance  and has a ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Has studied, lived or worked abroad.
• Cares about the planet, the ocean and future food systems.
• Sense of humour and doesn't take themselves too seriously!

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The offer:

• Competitive salary in line with industry standards, subject to qualification and experience level.
• Enjoyable working environment, with frequent travel to global locations.
• Opportunity to shape the future of climate-smart, biodiverse and just food systems.
• Hybrid working arrangements can be tailored around individual and team needs.
• Insights into a scaling company and direct daily interactions with the world's leading aquaculture and ocean startups.

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Job info and how to apply:

• Location: Hatch HQ if possible (Cork, Ireland), remote will be considered, but in +/- 1h of the CET timezone.
• Start: ASAP,  but no later than April 1st.
• To apply, please send your resume and a brief statement explaining why you’re a great fit for this role to dylan.terry@hatch.blue.
  • Please disregard the application form below

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Hatch Blue is committed to diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion within the team and within the industry. We encourage applications of candidates who don’t meet all requirements.

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