Business Support Manager at PANINTEL PROJECTS

Reports to the LEAD CONSULTANT

JOB DESCRIPTION

• This role includes the formation of educational, participatory programs and services for startup and established businesses and innovators at various stages of developing and deploying start-up organizations and ventures that work locally and around the world.
• The Manager will also be responsible for facility management including the marketing of virtual office spaces and ensuring the operability of the profitability of the Centre, advising and managing budgets.
• The Manager will be responsible for the overall strategy for Innovation Centre Accelerator programs and funding mechanisms. The position includes supervision of part-time trainers/coaches, graduate assistants, interns, and volunteers, along with collaboration on fundraising and outreach activities.
• The Manager will also establish a strong network of supporters that engage in coaching, mentoring, sponsorship, outreach activities and long-term evaluation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or HND required.

Experience:
2-3 years of working with (or in) nonprofits, social venture businesses, incubators, social entrepreneurs, and or other start-up environments required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships and partnerships with individuals and stakeholders who are key to their success
• Knowledge of Digital Marketing and offline marketing strategy to publicize the centre and generate business leads
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Knowledge for writing and publishing related reports, papers and articles
• Ability to support the effective management and development of a team of part-time employees
• Strong organizational, problem solving, project management, critical thinking and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate success in managing creative, entrepreneurial, and compelling initiatives
• Demonstrated understanding of the development cycles of start-up organizations including: resource, leadership development, training, and related needs—all with an emphasis on social innovation and social impact
• Must possess sound judgment, tact and diplomacy in dealing with a variety of personalities and constituencies
• Experience budgeting and managing financial transactions.