Business Development Trainer at United States International University - USIU Africa

Job Summary:

USIU-Africa seeks qualified candidates for Business Development Trainer for the Design Your Future Integrated Innovation Pipeline Program (DYF-IPP). The Innovation and Incubation Center is implementing DYF-IPP, which will benefit students by integrating innovative ideas into projects, businesses, and social enterprises that address complex societal challenges through the provision of simple solutions. The primary objective is to generate transformative ideas across sectors, assemble a team to refine and execute them, and bring them to life. By aligning these initiatives, the Incubation Center aims to lead in fostering impactful innovations, leveraging inter-institutional collaboration, and preparing participants for real-world entrepreneurial challenges. As a Business Development Trainer, you will not only contribute to the success of the DYF-IPP initiatives but also have the opportunity for personal growth and development in a dynamic and challenging environment.

Job Description:

As a Business Development Trainer, you will contribute to the successful implementation of the DYF-IPP initiatives, with responsibilities aligned to the following:

• Develop and deliver tailored training sessions, workshops, and development programs designed explicitly for MSMEs at the center
• Provide coaching and mentorship to assigned mentees according to the agreed schedule.
• Organize and coordinate program activities to ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards.
• Coordinate Mobilization, Onboarding, baseline survey, induction, and boot camp training for selected MSMEs
• Evaluate and score the presentations or pitches made by entrepreneurs or startups, providing feedback and ultimately determining the winners.
• Guide student entrepreneurs in effectively managing seed funds, including careful planning, budgeting, and tracking expenses to ensure the responsible use of the initial investment, ultimately maximizing their chances of success.
• Provide business advisory services to staff, faculty, student, and alumni entrepreneurs on business modeling, product development, financial planning, and operational strategy and scaling strategies.
• Connect entrepreneurs with industry experts, investors, and other resources to accelerate their growth.
• Contribute to the writing of program activities reports, case studies, and other documentation as directed by the director.
• Track key innovation metrics, analyze results, and make adjustments to the entrepreneurship strategy as needed.
• Support the dissemination of research findings through presentations, seminars, and conferences.

Key Skills and Personal Attributes

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, international development, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in entrepreneurship development and support, business advisory services, or economic development, with a focus on MSMEs or entrepreneurship training and facilitation.
• Proven experience in Business Development Services (BDS), encompassing mentoring and coaching of Micro and Small Enterprises (MSMEs).
• Successfully mentored and coached at least 100 mentees, with a portfolio that includes at least two case studies highlighting impactful outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills to convey training content effectively, engage with participants and stakeholders, and compile meaningful reports.
• Strong analytical skills to assess business needs and develop customized solutions for mentees.
• Ability to adapt training methodologies and mentoring approaches to diverse audiences and evolving business environments.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development in entrepreneurship and business development.

Salary Scale

The consolidated pay for this position ranges from Kshs. 120,000/= to Kshs. 150,000/= with no other benefits.