Accelerator Facilitator at Acumen

Job Description

We run a range of online accelerator programs to support social and environmental entrepreneurs developing new and scaling existing ventures. Our programs are delivered remotely and are often delivered in partnership with external partners (e.g. IKEA Social Entrepreneurship) or in collaboration with our internal regional partners. Our programs are modular and learning is delivered through a mix of online curriculum materials (topic guides and readings, case-studies, videos, assignment templates), one-to-one support (coaching, mentoring or consultation) and synchronous sessions (peer learning, expert presenters).

About The Contract

1. We will contract by accelerator. Length of accelerator can vary between 10-23 weeks (accelerators run between 8 - 19 weeks but there is prep and debriefing). During these 10 - 23 weeks, we require a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week. Accountabilities include:
2. Co-lead 2-hour long virtual “Learning Labs” every week with up to 30 entrepreneurs facilitating case study discussions, "hands-on" activities, and preview key concepts and assignments entrepreneurs will complete each week
3. Help refine the design of “Learning Labs” and design your approach to activities
4. 30-minute 1:1 coaching and consultation calls with entrepreneurs to support their learning and give them feedback on their assignments. Capture and share insights from these conversations with the entrepreneurs and the Academy program team
5. With the exception of the scheduled weekly 2 hour Learning Labs and regular facilitator prep call, remaining weekly work can be done at any time.

Skills And Qualifications

1. 10 years of experience. Experience in lean startup methods, business modeling, and financial modeling and knowledge of the social sector are required.
2. Experience supporting social enterprises and startups in one or more of the following geographies: East Africa, West Africa, Southeast Asia, or India
3. Articulate presenter able to describe business concepts clearly, diagnose common mistakes made by early stage social enterprise startups, and provide constructive feedback succinctly and directly verbally and in writing.
4. Facilitation and training experience online.
5. Knowledge of the social impact sector and building profitable business models that create positive social or environmental impact
6. Able to keep busy entrepreneurs engaged during an intensive program
7. Able to deliver training on financial models and developing tools and templates for educational use
8. Able to independently manage time and schedule and provide a remote manager with updates weekly
9. Can adapt quickly and be flexible around the learning needs of participating entrepreneurs
10. Familiar with the ins and outs of online learning platforms such as NovoEd and Zoom