The Consulate General of Denmark is looking for an Innovation Associate

Position: Innovation Associate
Type of employment: Two-year contract with possibility of extension  
Starting date: 1^st October, 2026
Location: Consulate General of Denmark, Bangalore
Deadline for application: 1st August, 2026
Reporting to: Consul General - Head of Mission  

The Consulate General of Denmark in Bangalore is seeking to recruit a dynamic, pro-active, and positive full time Innovation Associate to be a part of the Innovation Centre Denmark (ICDK) and Trade Council (TC) team at the Consulate General of Denmark Bangalore.

ICDK offer tailored services to Danish companies, startups, research and educational institutions, and public organisations exploring opportunities in India. Our mission is to support Danish stakeholders in navigating India’s dynamic innovation ecosystem, facilitating market entry, and connecting them with key partners. We bring home knowledge and establish strong partnerships across countries, sectors, and organisations – to turn ideas into sustainable solutions and products.

TC is the governmental export and investment promotion organization under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark. The organization comprises all governmental activities designed to promote Danish export and foreign investment in Denmark under one roof. The Trade Council offers a wide range of services to promote Danish export and to assist companies with establishment on the Indian market.

You will be working under the leadership of the Consul General - Head of Mission and in close cooperation with experienced Trade/Innovation Advisors in sectors such as energy and life sciences. At the Consulate General of Denmark, we focus on ensuring synergies across our three teams incl. TC, ICDK and Invest in Denmark. Moreover, we have a strong focus on ensuring close cooperation with relevant teams and colleagues at the Embassy of Denmark in New Delhi.

You are expected to be a team player, excel in clear communication, have some experience with project or team management, and be flexible and ready to contribute to tasks outside of your own portfolio - all required qualities for operating the complex and diverse portfolio of the Consulate General of Denmark in Bangalore.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

• Work closely with Officers and Advisors on trade & innovation related projects and cases
• Contribute to strategic marketing and communicating activities
• Assist in sales and delivery of services to Danish companies – such as market surveys, general market information and commercialization advice, partner identification, company establishment, global public affairs, marketing activities, planning and executing delegation visits.
• Assist in partnerships with associations, event organizers, think tanks and agencies, in India to facilitate collaboration, market access activities, public advocacy, and technology transfer
• Analyse market information/trends and distil them to create well-designed presentations and targeted market research reports
• Monitor relevant ecosystems and be cognizant of new developments, technologies, and interesting network
• Maintain a database of Danish/Indian stakeholders
• Assist in administration and project management of ongoing projects and activities
• Other relevant tasks as assigned by the management.

Required qualifications:

• Relevant educational background
• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience with international business development, and/or global public affairs.
• Familiarity of designing tools such as Canva is preferred
• Proficiency in both spoken and written English
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• A high sense of responsibility
• Ability to work independently and efficiently

Desired qualifications:

• Pro-active and self-motivated to meet and exceed customer expectations.
• Knowledge or experience from Denmark/Nordics either from work or study would be a benefit
• Well-developed problem-solving skills and opportunity driven.
• Open-minded and curious about new ideas and execution. 
• Highly effective interpersonal and negotiation skills in high-pressure situations. 
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Flexible and adaptability to changing needs and requirements.

We offer:

• An exciting, inter-cultural and dynamic work environment with a wide range of diverse tasks.
• An opportunity to work within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark at a medium sized representation, where we have all the diplomatic tools at our disposal and you will be involved in many different activities.
• Great opportunities for further development of your professional and personal competences.
• A large degree of self-dependence and work-life balance.

Employment conditions:

• The position falls within salary grade 3 in accordance with the Salary Policy for Local Staff at the Consulate General of Denmark in Bangalore and Embassy of Denmark in New Delhi. All 6 salary grades comprise 15 steps. The assigned grade and step of the selected candidate will reflect qualifications, relevant experience and proven work-related results.
• Your standard working hours will be 37 working hours per week including paid lunch break of 30 minutes per day. Three months’ probationary employment would be applicable.
• Medical coverage (80:20, where 80% of the medical expenditure is reimbursed by the Consulate) for you and your immediate family members.
• As part of your salary, you will be enrolled in the EPF-scheme.
• 13-month salary according to the Schemes of the Ministry.
• You will be entitled to 25 days of paid leave per full year of work (2.08 days earned per month)
• Communication equipment incl. mobile device needed in order to carry out the role.

Application and recruitment process

To apply for the position, please send your application (cover letter, CV, proof of relevant education, recommendations and 2 references) in English ATTN: Ms. Nischitha Paderu, [email protected] with subject line “Application for Innovation Associate, Bangalore – [your name]” no later than 1st August, 2026.

The Consulate General is obliged to follow EU-rules of handling personal information (GDPR) when we receive and process job applications. Our processing of personal information will rely on your consent (art. 6, no. 1 litra a). Please read the privacy policy of the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs before applying (http://um.dk/en/about-us/organisation/contact-information/the-ministry-of-foreign-affairs-of-denmark-personal-data-policy). By sending your application, you actively consent to our processing of your personal information. In the above-mentioned policy you can read more about your rights (among others your right to withdraw your consent), how we process your data and how to complain about our processing of your personal data.

You can apply in two ways:

1. Applicants with Danish MitID: The application must be sent to the Consulate General through eBoks. Applications through e-Boks/Borger.dk must be send to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Udenrigsministeriet) with the recipient marked as “Consulate General Bangalore” and the subject “Application for Innovation Associate, Bangalore – [your name]”
2. Applicants living outside of Denmark who do not have MitID: The application should be sent either via e-mail to [email protected] marked “Application for Innovation Associate, Bangalore – [your name]”) or letter post. If you apply via letter post, kindly send your application to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (address below) and send a notification about your letter post application to nispad@um.

Consulate General of Denmark
142, 4th Main Rd, Defence Colony, Indiranagar
Bengaluru, Karnataka 560038  

The Consulate General of Denmark attaches great importance to equal opportunities for all and therefore welcomes applications from all qualified persons regardless of race, sex, religion, age or disability.

Selected candidates will be invited for interviews – expected to take place between 3rd – 7th August, 2026.

The chosen candidate must present a “No Criminal Record” and pass security clearance by the Danish authorities prior to appointment.

Questions

For any questions regarding the position, please contact Executive Assistant to the Consul General, Ms. Nischitha Paderu at [email protected].