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: Acceleration Program Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• 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.

Job Description

• Provide general support to commercial and social client projects related to start-up support.
• Support the start-up team in developing performance metrics for projects and monitoring them.
• Provide progress reports on projects to key officers for prompt decision-making.
• Prepare business case and initial risk analysis of startups seeking to join the CcHub portfolio.
• Actively support in identifying professionals and experts to join the CcHUB Expert/Advisory network to support startups in our portfolio and across projects/programmes.
• Work day-to-day with idea proponents to build, test and pilot their solutions using time-tested tools.
• Work with other units within CcHUB to provide adequate support to ventures in the portfolio.
• Plan and schedule all activities and sessions for startup support programmes assigned.
• Manage communication between startups and the unit as well as provide monthly progress reports on startups to key officers for prompt decision-making

Qualifications

• Educational background in Technology and / or Business-related field.
• Entrepreneurial experience or experience supporting startups or working in a startup environment.
• Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills.
• An entrepreneurial & Innovative mindset.
• Familiarity with business principles, practices, and methodologies.
• Organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Understanding of the technology and startup ecosystem.
• Intelligent, with a natural inclination to original and creative thinking.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work well in a team.

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.