Mentor vacancy
(Voluntary position)
Are you an experienced professional in deeptech with a drive to help startups grow?
The Entrepreneurship Matchmaking Community (EMC) by Water Alliance is looking for mentors to support ambitious watertech startups on their journey to market expansion.
What is the EMC?
The EMC connects promising water-related deeptech startups with experienced mentors. Together, we help these startups grow faster and smarter — through personal guidance, access to networks, and targeted support.
Who are we looking for?
You don’t need to be a water tech expert, but you do need relevant experience in a deeptech-related field. That could be technical (engineering, R&D) or non-technical (business development, marketing, finance, etc.).
We’re especially looking for people who:
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Have at least 5 years of experience in one or more of our core focus areas (see block on the right)
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Are happy to volunteer their time (this is not a paid role)
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Can commit around 4 hours per month per startup
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Are fluent in English (Dutch/EU market familiarity is a bonus)
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Can work remotely
Why become a mentor?
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Be part of a driven, international innovation community
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Grow your own network with startups and fellow experts
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Make a real difference for the future of water technology
Interested?
Want to sign up? Click the button below.
For questions, feel free to contact Roxane Yazdanpanah via r.yazdanpanah@wateralliance.nl
Possible mentor focus areas:
- Cofounding
- Communication & Pitching
- Contracts & Compliance
- Financial Management
- Funding & Investment
- Internationalization
- Leadership & Strategic Planning
- Marketing & Sales
- Operations & Logistics
- Research & Innovation
- Retail & Wholesales
- Talent & Workforce Development
- Water Sector Insights
Join our network of leading experts
Frequently asked questions
What are the prerequisits?
You have a couple of years in Entrepreneuship or necessary skills to be an entrepreneur e.g. marketing, business strategy, etc.
You do not need to be a water specialist to be a mentor.
How much time do I dedicate to monitoring each mentee?
We like to ask mentors to dedicate 4 hours per month for each mentee. It is up to you to schedule your mentoring based on the time and resources you have.
Do I get paid?
The EMC is compeletly free service. Neither Water Alliance or the mentors can ask for money.
Do I sign an NDA?
We do not make you sign an NDA. However, there is a template NDA that can be used. The mentees can ask you to sign it.
What if I am looking for a cofounder?
The mentors actively looking to cofound will mention it on their profile with the “Cofounding” offer.
When can I join?
The EMC is available year round. You are welcome to apply anytime of the year.
Sign up to become a mentor
After filling in the form below, we’ll contact you to arrange an introductory meeting. During this meeting, we’ll discuss your expertise, interests, and how you can best contribute as a mentor in our community.