Gokada is the future of transportation in Nigeria starting with two-wheeler taxi-motor bikes (Okada’s) ride-hailing. We are staying true to two things as a transportation company: safety is #1 priority and the city is #1 customer. Our vision is to become the Operating System of cities for mobility, on-demand services, and financial services, by driving social and economic inclusion. Our purpose is: how can we make cities more livable?
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Entrepreneur in Training - Techy Problem Solver
Location: Nigeria
Job Descriptions
- Gokada is a company that seeks to improve the lives of millions of Nigerians through technology. Our first business vertical of motorcycle taxi has been incredibly successful and we've been able to raise $7MM due to our impressive growth. We don't intend to stop there.
- Gokada has plans to develop technologies to create efficiencies in markets ranging from transport to agriculture.
- Gokada is at an exciting crossroads and we're looking for talented, intelligent, and out-of-the-box thinkers with some level of technical expertise. Nigeria presents a multitude of opportunities for Gokada.
- With the right team solving problems in a novel way, we believe Gokada is well-positioned to become one of the premier technology companies coming out of Africa.
The Role
- We are seeking problem solvers - individuals who can choose to ignore prior experience and look at a problem objectively to find unique solutions. Having a software development or some technical focus is preferred as Gokada utilizes technology in order to scale potential solutions.
- The role would entail being in charge of a particular "prototype project" which in itself can turn into a full-fledged business vertical.
- You will have assistance from experienced management to ensure the success of your prototype.
- This role requires self-starters that can learn quickly and that do not mind working autonomously.
Requirements
The type of person we are looking for:
- Ability to analyze data and make objective decisions
- Software development or technology background
- Past experience in self-starting a business or project
- Highly inquisitive
- Motivation to make a positive impact and help people
- Empathetic
- Quick learner
- Highly ambitious
- Not satisfied with the status quo - question everything
Compensation
- $80k USD/year
- 0.25% - 1% equity
Benefits:
- Living accommodations provided
- Full health/medical
- $5000 Relocation Stipend
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online