Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Specialist
Position Summary Expectations - Duties, Responsibilities
Term: Rolling 12 months contract with a probation period of three (3) months. The contract will be extendable based on satisfactory performance preceding the contract assessment.
- Develop entrepreneurship ecosystem strategy and roadmap and assist with annual budget planning.
- Design programs and conduct partner orientation with relevant teams.
- Designing marketing strategies to attract SMEs, startups, venture capitalists, mentors, talents, incubators/accelerators, and other ecosystem builders.
- Evaluating and negotiating program proposals related to the entrepreneurship ecosystem and making funding recommendations.
- Creating a supportive platform for entrepreneurs to exchange ideas and overcome challenges.
- Initiating networking programs for startups and SMEs to access market information.
- Understanding support mechanisms for startups, SMEs, large enterprises, venture capitalists, angel investors, and inter-governmental entities.
- Increasing KE public exposure through collaboration, co-branding, and partnership to connect SMEs with potential partners.
- Organizing and coordinating all programs, including agenda proposals, stakeholder invitations, and event management.
- Conducting entrepreneurship ecosystem analysis and initiating local and international partnerships.
- Monitoring funding program progress to ensure compliance with requirements.
- Leading the preparation of program implementation reports and consolidating success stories.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in business administration, entrepreneurship, innovation, or a related field.
- Proven work experience or related fields.
- Strong attention to detail, basic analytical and critical thinking, and research skills.
- Effective time management and task prioritization abilities.
- Team player with a positive attitude.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Proficient in written and spoken English.
- Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
- Familiarity with entrepreneurship, business, and investment concepts is advantageous.
