Vacancies at Bridge for Billions

ROLES & CONTRIBUTIONS

Local Community Engagement and Stakeholder Management (30%)

• Identify and recruit healthcare-focused Entrepreneurial Support Organizations (ESOs) to participate in the program.
• Manage ESO relationships to ensure value delivery and achieve learning goals
• Foster a vibrant community among healthcare ESOs, local healthcare partners, healthcare mentor networks, and global counterparts.
• In collaboration with the program marketing team, develop content for social media, conduct interviews, share program updates, and create internal newsletters.
• Represent and position Bridge for Billions at local entrepreneurship and healthcare events and conferences.
• Manage reporting and engagement with key donors. 

Incubation Management and Support (50%)

• Train and support incubation managers from ESOs in effectively running healthcare incubation programs, including training on the Bridge platform and providing scouting support.
• Oversee the selection process for healthcare entrepreneurs and mentors for each program.
• Collaborate with ESOs to plan events, participate in local healthcare innovation events, and host Demo Days showcasing top healthcare entrepreneurs.
• Co-create impact reports with the Program Director, highlighting healthcare outcomes.
• Facilitate checkpoints on different healthcare-related modules within the platform.
• Coordinate the creation of templates for healthcare-specific social media content

Knowledge Management and Program Success Tracking (10%)

• Gather insights and lessons learned from the program to share within the company and with clients.
• Monitor entrepreneurs' progress and feedback, providing solutions to any challenges they face.
• ​​Tailor the program to the healthcare sector, including training content and impact indicators

Capacity Building (10%)

• Organize and implement sessions, activities, and initiatives to empower ESOs in incubation management and other relevant topics to enhance their capacity in managing and executing incubation programs.

REQUIREMENTS

Hard Skills

• Educational Background: Degree in business, project management, marketing & community building, engineering, or related disciplines.
• Professional Experience: A minimum of 4 years of professional experience in roles such as program management, project management, operations management, and healthcare consulting. Experience in healthcare entrepreneurship or with healthcare startups is highly valued
• African Ecosystem Experience: Significant experience working within the African entrepreneurs ecosystem (health sector a plus) with a deep understanding of the local cultural, economic, and regulatory landscapes in countries like Kenya, Rwanda, Nigeria, and South Africa. Established connections with local healthcare stakeholders, including healthcare providers, NGOs, health-focused ESOs, and community health leaders
• Entrepreneurship Support: Proven experience in developing and implementing initiatives that support entrepreneurs or health startups,
• Tech Proficiency: Proficiency with tech tools such as Notion, Slack, and Google Drive, with a strong aptitude for spreadsheets. An eagerness to learn and quickly adapt to new tools and technologies is essential.

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ROLES & CONTRIBUTIONS
Project Leader:

• Define and communicate project goals, objectives, and KPIs.
• Develop detailed project plans with timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Lead project execution, ensuring timely, within scope, and on-budget completion.
• Implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues.
• Collaborate with PR & Marketing to position Bridge for Billions and the project in the region.
• Allocate resources efficiently and manage the project budget.
• Build partnerships across the region and onboard additional donors and funders for project growth and sustainability.
• Act as the main point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates and ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Maintain high-quality standards in all project deliverables and conduct regular reviews.
• Implement M&E frameworks to track progress and use data-driven insights for continuous improvement.

Donor and Stakeholder management:

• Act as the main contact for project donors, ensuring strong relationships and collaboration.
• Prepare and deliver regular financial and narrative reports to meet donor requirements.
• Host regular check-ins to keep donors informed about project progress.
• Manage the project budget, ensuring accurate expense reporting and alignment with donor expectations.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with all key stakeholders, integrating their input into the project strategy.

People Leader:

• Recruit, onboard, and mentor Program Managers and the project team
• Foster a motivated and high-performing team environment using an ‘Inspire & Support’ leadership model.
• Set clear performance goals for the team and provide support as needed ensuring they thrive not only within the project but within Bridge for Billions as a whole
• Ensure a well-distributed and balanced workload across the team
• Develop personal growth plans for each team member based on their professional goals.

Co-lead the Programs Department of the company:

• Work with the Head of Programs and other Program Directors on resource allocation strategies.
• Make data-driven decisions together with other program directors to lead the department.
• Initiate and set goals for programs based on the organization’s strategic objectives.
• Document key processes and ensure knowledge is stored and shared.
• Lead changes proactively and operationalize improvements for team use.
• Share and implement best practices and scalable leadership techniques.

REQUIREMENTS

Hard Skills

• Project Management & Development: 7+ years managing complex projects, with at least 3 years in entrepreneurship or social innovation projects. Proficient in project management, planning, execution, and risk management. Experience with M&E frameworks and data-driven continuous improvement.
• Financial Management & Budgeting: Proven skills in budgeting, financial planning, forecasting, and managing financial reports. Experience aligning financial management with donor requirements.
• Technical & Analytical Skills: Proficient with digital tools like Trello, Slack, Google Drive, and online incubation platforms.
• Leadership & Strategic Thinking: Proven ability to recruit, mentor, and lead diverse teams. Strong skills in coaching, setting goals, managing performance, and inspiring growth. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.