Accelerator Programme Manager at iHub

Job Description

We are looking to recruit a detail-oriented and results-driven Programme Manager to join our Startup support Unit. In this role, you will play a key part in providing proactive support to innovators building solutions to address key challenges in our society.

Programme Management & Design 

• Design, plan and execute startup support programmes and projects.
• Design and set up project and activity plans for programmes for startup support programmes assigned. 
• Provide progress reports on programmes to key officers for prompt decision-making.

Startup Portfolio Support 

• Design systems  and process to support and signpost startups, founders and business owners to relevant startup programmes, support and resources across CcHUB and iHUB units. 
• Prepare business case and initial risk analysis of startups seeking to join the CcHub portfolio.
• Manage communication between startups and the unit as well as provide monthly progress reports on startups to key officers for prompt decision-making
• Work with other units within CcHUB to provide adequate support to ventures in the portfolio. 
• Work day-to-day with high growth entrepreneurs across the continent to build global sustainable businesses
• Partnership Engagement 
• Actively support in identifying professionals and experts to join the CcHUB Expert/Advisory network to support startups in our portfolio and across projects/programmes. 

New Opportunities 

• Lead and or actively support with the preparation and development of concept notes and other proposal write-ups including proposals. 
• Monitor and highlight new partnership opportunities in line with iHUB’s strategic focus.
• Design and develop iHUB owned startup programmes and projects. 

Reporting 

• Support the start-up team in developing performance metrics for programmes and monitoring them.
• Measure, track, report and optimise the outcomes and progression of startup programmes. 
• Support and provide guidance to the Community Engagement Officer  to disseminate engaging and impactful content highlighting CcHUB & iHUB startup programmes and beneficiary success stories (e.g. programme highlights, interviews, community member spotlights,  thought leadership content, etc.)

Qualifications

• An educational background in Technology and/or business-related field.
• Minimum of 3+ years experience in programme management in the startup space, enterprise development or experience working with startups.
• An entrepreneurial & Innovative mindset preferably with an understanding of the technology and startup ecosystem.
• Entrepreneurial experience or experience supporting startups or working in a startup environment.
• Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills in English.
• Proven ability to work creatively, organized and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
• Understanding of the technology and startup ecosystem.
• Ability to work well in a team as well as handle and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft suite