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Location:
Herbert Macaulay Way, Lagos
Job Description
We are looking to recruit a results-driven Head of Distribution and Partnerships to join the startups support unit and work with exciting companies across our accelerator programmes.
In this role, you will play a key role in supporting high growth technology companies, from across the continent, on their distribution challenges/goals as well as engage in and unlock partnerships that will be of benefit to the growth of these companies.
Responsibilities
This role will be perfect for someone with a growth mindset and the natural capacity for building relationships.
Work day-to-day with entrepreneurs across the continent to build global sustainable businesses with laser focus on customer acquisition and distribution strategies.
Provide advisory to startups on their partnerships and acquisition strategy.
Make introductions and connect portfolio companies to individuals and organizations that will be of value to the growth of the companies.
Manage existing partnerships with corporate executives within our networks well as develop new relationships, with a focus on unlocking key growth opportunities for portfolio companies across our programmes.
Evaluate and pursue opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and collaboration on an ongoing basis within the ecosystem
Devise creative ways to keep existing and new partners engaged
Provide regular progress reports on startups.
Qualifications
Preferably with 5+ years of working experience in Business development/ strategic partnerships management or any other related line of work.
Educational Degree in any Technology related field required
Strong networking skills to actively be involved with startups, venture capitals, and corporates & Concern for Impact.
Strong organizational, interpersonal and research skills
Proven “people skills” in terms of developing and motivating team members.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft suite
Excellent communication in English (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
What We Offer
Paid time off
Healthcare coverage
A highly collaborative team environment that will support your professional and personal growth
Work alongside great talent.
A culture of learning and innovation.
Opportunities for career growth and training.
Interaction with industry leaders and forward-thinking people.
A chance to make a social difference.
Overall fun company.
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Job Description
We are looking to recruit a results-driven Head of Distribution and Partnerships to join the startups support unit and work with exciting companies across our accelerator programmes. In this role, you will play a key role in supporting high growth technology companies, from across the continent, on their distribution challenges/goals as well as engage in and unlock partnerships that will be of benefit to the growth of these companies.
This role will be perfect for someone with a growth mindset and the natural capacity for building relationships:
Work day-to-day with entrepreneurs across the continent to build global sustainable businesses with laser focus on customer acquisition and distribution strategies.
Provide advisory to startups on their partnerships and acquisition strategy.
Make introductions and connect portfolio companies to individuals and organizations that will be of value to the growth of the companies.
Manage existing partnerships with corporate executives within our networks well as develop new relationships, with a focus on unlocking key growth opportunities for portfolio companies across our programmes.
Evaluate and pursue opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and collaboration on an ongoing basis within the ecosystem
Devise creative ways to keep existing and new partners engaged
Provide regular progress reports on startups.
Qualifications
Preferably with 5+years of working experience in Business development/ strategic partnerships management or any other related line of work.
Educational degree in any technology related field required
Strong networking skills to actively be involved with startups, venture capitals, and corporates & Concern for Impact.
Strong organizational, interpersonal and research skills
Proven “people skills” in terms of developing and motivating team members.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft suite
Excellent communication in English (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
What We Offer
Paid time off
Healthcare coverage
A highly collaborative team environment that will support your professional and personal growth
Work alongside great talent.
A culture of learning and innovation.
Opportunities for career growth and training.
Interaction with industry leaders and forward-thinking people.
A chance to make a social difference.
Overall fun company.
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Location:
Ibadan, Oyo
Job Description
We are looking to recruit a detail-oriented and results-driven Incubation Management associate to provide support to incubation and acceleration activities at the PAULESI Incubation center of excellence.
Project Management:
Support in the designing and implementation of entrepreneurship related programmes at the center.
Support the programme manager to ensure alignment between the different stakeholders of the programmes including startups, industry experts and facilitators through clear and consistent communication
Manage logistics for the programmes
Startup Support:
Work with incubatees to build, test and acquire users/customers
Write monthly reports on progress and achieved milestones of startups.
Manage applications to different programmes, as well as communication with applicants
Research:
Support the incubation manager in Sourcing, application evaluation, due diligence and selection committee briefing to aid selection of startups into our programmes
Conduct industry / sector research to identify opportunities, partners, and industry experts for our programmes
Communication:
Conduct check-ins with startups being supported to understand their challenges and needs and connect them to relevant resources
Create content specific to the work being done at the center
Qualifications
Educational Qualifications: Graduation (background in IT/ Computer Science / Finance / Commerce is preferred)
Minimum of 2+ experience working in startups or with an incubator/accelerator is a bonus.
Overall understanding of the digital technology and product landscape
Demonstrated ability to proactively cultivate, build and maintain strong working relationships with start-ups, entrepreneurs and other necessary stakeholders.
Fluent in written and spoken English, with the ability to speak in front of an audience as and when deemed necessary
Experience of running multi-functional teams.
Excellent skills in the entire Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Powerpoint, Excel etc.)
Execution skill set - including a focus on data-driven decision making, comfort with ambiguity, and ability to drive rapid “learn & implement” iterations.
Empathy - using skills that allow to determine what is most important to their target audience, and then working to deliver on an organizational promise.
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