Venture Associate

Job Title: Venture Associate

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Deadline: 31st October

Apply today: https://starthubafrica.org/venture-associate-tanzania

Key Responsibilities:

1. Venture Support and Mentorship:

• Conduct thorough analysis and due diligence on startups applying for support under StartHub Africa’s programs, focusing on their potential for growth and scalability.
• Provide tailored coaching and mentorship to startups, particularly in areas of business strategy, financial planning, and market expansion.
• Assist startups in developing clear strategic goals with actionable short-term milestones and a long-term vision.
• Organize and lead strategic mentorship bootcamps, workshops, and one-on-one sessions with venture founders.
• Assess the financial viability and investment readiness of startups within the portfolio.
• Perform comprehensive financial modeling and risk assessments to determine potential returns for both equity and debt investments.
• Support startups in preparing investor pitches and facilitate connections with relevant investment partners, including venture capitalists, angel investors, and other funding sources.
• Oversee the execution of investment deals, ensuring all legal, financial, and strategic requirements are met.

2. Entrepreneurship Training and Curriculum Development:

• Design and deliver high-impact entrepreneurship training sessions, workshops, and bootcamps for founders and startups at various stages of growth.
• Develop tailored curricula that address the unique challenges and needs of entrepreneurs at the ideation, early-stage, and growth levels.
• Lead group training sessions, providing actionable knowledge on key topics such as business model development, financial management, scaling operations, and market access.
• Ensure that training programs are interactive, practical, and aligned with the overall goals of startup development and empowerment.
• Continuously update and enhance training materials to reflect market trends, business innovation, and ecosystem needs.

3. Other Responsibilities

• Monitor the progress of startups in the program, tracking performance metrics and adjusting mentorship or intervention strategies as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery of program activities.
• Engage with external stakeholders to promote StartHub Africa’s vision and initiatives, attending industry events and networking functions.
• Develop strategic partnerships with industry experts, ecosystem players, and relevant stakeholders to enhance venture support and resource availability.
• Contribute to the continuous development of StartHub Africa’s Catalyzer program by refining curriculum, developing new content, and improving mentorship structures.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in venture support, investment analysis, financial modeling, or a related role.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and facilitating entrepreneurship training, workshops, and curricula for startups at various stages.
• Experience working with startups, SMEs, or entrepreneurial support programs, preferably in Africa.
• Strong understanding of financial structures, investment processes, and startup ecosystems.
• Proven ability to design and implement strategic business interventions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for mentoring and coaching entrepreneurs.

Skills and Competencies:

• Entrepreneurial Mindset: A strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities that startups face, with the ability to provide actionable solutions.
• Financial Acumen: Expertise in financial analysis, investment evaluation, and risk assessment for startups and SMEs.
• Strategic Planning: Ability to guide startups in formulating and executing growth strategies, with a focus on scalability.
• Training and Facilitation: Expertise in designing and delivering effective training and workshops tailored to entrepreneurs’ various stages of business development.
• Curriculum Development: Ability to craft dynamic, practical training programs that respond to the specific needs of early-stage and growth-stage founders.
• Mentorship and Coaching: Experience coaching entrepreneurs and teams on business growth, financial planning, and market access.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time role based in Tanzania.
• May require occasional travel to meet with suppliers or handle administrative tasks at offsite locations.

Application today: https://starthubafrica.org/venture-associate-tanzania