Accelerator Programme Manager (CleanTech) at Co-creation Hub (CcHUB)

CcHUB is Nigeria’s first open living lab and pre-incubation space being designed to be a multi-functional, multi-purpose space where work to catalyze creative social tech ventures take place. The HUB is a place for technologists, social entrepreneurs, government, tech companies, impact investors and hackers in and around Lagos to co-create new solutions to the many social problems in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accelerator Programme Manager (CleanTech)

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time

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, particularly the energy sector.
• The Accelerator Program Manager will help develop and oversee a rigorous startup selection process, program curriculum, technical assistance provider identification and management, event planning and execution, and related program services.
• The person in this role will communicate day-to-day with cohort companies during the program, and proactively seek out commercial, funding, and other opportunities for participants during and after the program.

Programme Management and Design:

• Design, plan and execute startup support programmes and projects including scouting and selection of strong cohort members, managing pre-accelerator and accelerator bootcamps.
• Design project and activity work plans for the CleanTech programme, and follow through on implementations of the work plans. 
• Ensure well-targeted implementation of communication and outreach activities.

Startup Portfolio Support:

• Design systems and processes 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 CleanTech  portfolio and any other assigned sectoral focus.
• Work day-to-day with high growth entrepreneurs across the continent to build global sustainable businesses.

Partnership Engagement: 

• Actively support in identifying academics, researchers, professionals and experts who could join the CcHUB expert network to provide mentoring and advisory support to startups in our CleanTech portfolio and across projects/programmes. 
• Liaise with external parties to conduct market research, perform targeted data analysis, synthesize market insights, and publish thought leadership pieces.

Reporting:

• Provide progress reports on programmes to key stakeholders including project sponsors, government officials for prompt decision-making.
• Support the start-up team in developing performance metrics for programmes and monitoring them.
• Measure, and track progress with respect to the programmes’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and fulfilling reporting requirements of funding agencies and stakeholders.
• Measure, track, report and optimise the outcomes and progression of startup programmes. 
• Support and provide guidance to the Communications team to disseminate engaging and impactful content highlighting CcHUB startup programmes and beneficiary success stories (e.g. programme highlights, interviews, community member spotlights,  thought leadership content, etc.)

New Opportunities:

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

Qualifications

• An educational background in Technology and / or Business-related field.
• 3+ years of 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.

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. 

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online