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  • Posted: Nov 7, 2014
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    The Stanford Institute for Innovation in Developing Economies (SEED) is a Stanford Graduate School of Business-led initiative working to end the cycle of poverty in developing economies. We believe that business is one of the most powerful engines of change in developing economies, and that the innovative and entrepreneurial mindset that we foster at Stanfor...
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    Volunteer Business Coach - SEED

    SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
    The specific responsibilities of the Volunteer Business Coach include, but are not limited to the following

    •     Build positive working relationships with the leadership of a select number of small and medium high-potential companies that will be assigned to each Volunteer Business Coach as part of a portfolio.
    •     Acquire deep understanding of clients’ operations, products, services, customers, market position, constraints, and other critical factors, and use this information to diagnose company needs as well as barriers to transformation and growth.
    •     Work closely with the leadership of assigned portfolio companies to help them develop a Transformation Plan, taking advantage of SEED tools, templates, training materials, and other resources.  Identify the best prospects for profitable growth.
    •     Collaborate and “walk with” the leadership of portfolio companies to achieve transformational growth.
    •     Work with leadership teams to achieve the mindset shifts that allow them to develop and commit to ambitious goals.
    •     Encourage and facilitate the institution of positive business ethics.
    •     Support companies in challenging times as they pursue opportunities for growth and improvement despite the difficulties
    •     Inspire and motivate companies effectively.  Celebrate goal achievements.
    •     Visit portfolio company sites regularly, as appropriate to the work and likely including travel to other countries in the region.
    •     Support fellow coaches with functional expertise and moral support, as needed.  
    •     Collaborate with SEED staff, faculty and fellow coaches to work through challenges and access important resources that can help address companies’ needs.
    •     Bring necessary resources to bear to help companies grow exponentially:
    •     Draw on Stanford’s and SEED’s extensive resources and networks, including a database of Volunteer Business Advisors.
    •     Tap into personal networks, as well as those at local and international institutions.
    •     Develop projects for interns, students, or other post-graduate associates, working closely with SEED staff and company leaders.
    •     Working closely with SEED team members, facilitate the analysis and review of companies’ progress toward transformation.
    •     Contribute to SEED’s organizational memory by documenting best practice.

    Desired Skills and Experience
    The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications:

    •         At least 10 years of professional business experience, including several years in senior management positions.
    •         Demonstrated success in business and passion for innovation.
    •         Solid general management experience in fast growth companies or entrepreneurial environments.
    •         Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills.
    •         Very strong communication skills, including the ability to listen objectively, to facilitate idea creation, to ask powerful questions, and to foster learning and progress.
    •         Ability to teach and translate new concepts in a way that fits the local business environment.
    •         Orientation toward action – ability to help a team plan and execute a complex strategy.
    •         High level of adaptability and demonstration of having thrived in new contexts.
    •         Open-minded and wanting to continue to grow and learn.
    •         High level of cultural sensitivity and empathy.
    •         Positive mindset.
    •         Self-starter and entrepreneurial spirit.
    •         Resourcefulness in the face of adversity and ambiguity.
    •         Willingness to roll up the sleeves and do what it takes.
    •         Ability to lead companies toward monumental change without having direct control over resources.
    •         Sense of adventure.
    •         A collaborative leader.
    •         Ability to work independently while also collaborating as part of a team.
    •         Willing to work closely with a broad set of people, including company leaders and lower level employees, other SEED business coaches and advisors, SEED staff members, and other organizations.
    •         Be team-oriented.
    •         Demonstrated belief in SEED mission.

    Though not required, the following backgrounds are highly valued:

    •         Demonstrated success working with multiple companies of multiple sizes, including small, medium, and large-scale enterprises.
    •         Experience working or living in a developing economy.  Individuals from the African continent are also encouraged to apply. 

     

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