G&PS | E&S | Rural Startup & Enterprise Development Ecosystem

Job Title: Rural Startup and Enterprise Development Ecosystem
Location: Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh

Service Line- Government & Public Sector

Sub Service Line- Education & Skill Development

About KPMG

KPMG entities in India are established under the laws of India and are owned and managed (as the case may be) by established Indian professionals. Established in August 1993, the KPMG entities have rapidly built a significant competitive presence in the country. Today we operate from offices across 14 cities including in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Vadodara, and Vijayawada. Our differentiation is derived from a rapid performance-based, industry-tailored, and technology-enabled business advisory services delivered by some of the leading talented professionals in the country. KPMG professionals are grouped by industry focus and our clients are able to deal with industry professionals who speak their language. Our internal information technology and knowledge management systems enable the delivery of informed and timely business advice to clients.

About E&S Team
This shift has bought about an increased requirement of digital assets, infrastructure, upskilling of teachers and content. With the requirement of tech-enabled learning solutions to only accelerate further, the Government is laying down new frameworks and adopting an even more holistic and futuristic approach towards education and skill development. The education and skill development practice of KPMG in India comprises a team of experienced professionals delivering forward-looking advisory services across the spectrum, such as K-12 education including Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE), foundational literacy and numeracy skills, Technical and Vocational Education, and Training (TVET), higher education, education technology, and supplementary education.

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Consultant to lead and support initiatives in the Rural Startup and Enterprise Development Ecosystem. This role is critical in shaping sustainable, scalable, and innovative rural enterprises that drive inclusive economic growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement strategies to strengthen rural startup ecosystems
• Provide advisory support to rural entrepreneurs and early-stage enterprises
• Identify and nurture innovation-driven rural business models
• Facilitate access to funding, mentorship, and market linkages
• Collaborate with government bodies, NGOs, incubators, and private sector stakeholders
• Conduct ecosystem assessments and develop policy recommendations
• Monitor and evaluate program outcomes and impact

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in startup and enterprise development, with a strong focus on rural or emerging markets
• Demonstrated success in rural entrepreneurship, business strategy, and operational scaling
• Deep understanding of innovation trends and emerging market dynamics
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Bachelors degree in a relevant field; MBA or equivalent preferred

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience working with government or multilateral development programs
• Familiarity with rural livelihood models and grassroots innovation
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple stakeholders