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  • Posted: Jan 26, 2024
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • Project Apollo is a Founders Factory Africa venture that democratises access to lifesaving medical devices by removing the burden of ownership. Currently, Africa’s average per capita spend on medical equipment is just under $10, a fraction of the global average of $77. In Nigeria, it’s just $0.90. Project Apollo is built on the belief that every healt...
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    Academy Program Lead

    About the Role

    • As the Program Lead for the Academy in Nigeria and eventually West Africa, you will play a pivotal role in its successful execution. Reporting to the Program Implementation Manager, you will collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure the seamless management of the program.
    • Your responsibilities encompass sourcing for entrepreneurs in collaboration with the team, managing and delivering academy programs, developing and managing partners, and overseeing all operational aspects of the program.
    • Additionally, you will be instrumental in ensuring streamlined end-to-end user experience for all participants, partners, and stakeholders.
    • Your dedication to delivering successful programs will be a key factor in contributing to the long-term success of the Academy.

    This is a full-time position in Nigeria and eventually West Africa. We operate a hybrid model where you will be required to be in the office at least 3 times a week.

    Responsibilities

    Program Management & Delivery:

    • Lead the delivery of academy programs in Nigeria, ensuring adherence to set metrics and program goals.
    • Own the end-to-end operations of delivering excellent learning programs, driving the roll-out of Academy programs.
    • Develop comprehensive program project plans, outlining clear timelines and priorities.
    • Take the lead in collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to market, source, and screen quality leads for the program.
    • Lead the program communication efforts with program participants, partners, and stakeholders in collaboration with the Academy team. This involves offering participant engagement and online assistance to both participants and stakeholders.
    • Collaborate with the Impact team to conduct data collection and analysis, informing cohort impact, tracking participant progress, and identifying areas for improvement in the program.
    • Manage budgets and coordinate all program logistics, from securing workshop locations and delivery materials to ensuring materials are ready.
    • Generate program reports, including cohort, participant satisfaction and progress, learning outcomes, and employment outcomes reports.
    • Co-facilitate program kick-offs to set the stage for successful engagements.

    Program Design and Stakeholder Management:

    • Develop and nurture partnerships and relationships that can support marketing the program, sourcing participants, and providing operational support, including securing pitch judges, facilitators, and thematic experts.
    • Lead efforts to stay in touch with participants, track their progress, and communicate updates on their journey.
    • Adjust engagement plans to offer consistent support throughout the program.
    • Build relationships with internal and external teams, oversee implementation partners, and coordinate efforts.

    Continuous Program Improvement and Collaboration:

    • Continuously monitor engagement trends and collaborate with the design and Implementation teams to iteratively enhance program design and delivery based on valuable feedback.
    • Implement continuous improvement by working closely with implementing partners to effectively translate program design into engaging learning journeys and participant engagement plans.

    The ideal candidate is/ posesses…

    • Dynamic experience highly preferred, with demonstrated ability to operate well in complex and fast-changing environments.
    • Experience in an accelerator/incubator startup or in an organisation that works with young people.
    • An understanding of the entrepreneurship ecosystem with previous experience planning and executing entrepreneurship programs.
    • Demonstrated ability and experience in developing and nurturing partnerships.
    • Proven track record in effective stakeholder engagement and collaboration.
    • Ability to work independently, entrepreneurially, and innovatively. 
    • Proven ability to mobilize resources in order to carry out the strategic objectives of an organisation.
    • Must be detail-oriented and possess excellent organisational and analytical skills with the ability to multitask, prioritise, complete work accurately, meet deadlines and follow through.
    • Demonstrate proactive approach to problem-solving.
    • Excellent written/verbal communication skills .
    • Ability to communicate effectively across different levels, with local and international teams and stakeholders.
    • A passion for capacity building in Africa, with a keen interest or experience as an entrepreneur.
    • Experience working with diverse groups and populations is a plus.

    Minimum requirements:

    • At least 5 years of relevant experience in a program management role.
    • Experience running entrepreneurship programs and a desire to continuously up-skill to stay up-to-date with the changing start-up landscape/needs.
    • Proven track record of overseeing end-to-end operations for the successful roll-out of learning programs.
    • Has an understanding of design thinking and entrepreneurial practices 
    • Undergraduate or honours graduate degree in a related disciplineStrong collaboration, stakeholder management, and project management skills, demonstrated expertise in cultivating and nurturing partnerships.
    • An interest in empowering young people is a must.
    • Experience working in Nigeria.
    • Comfortable with field work.
    • Ability to travel for long periods of time when required e.g. 2-4 weeks

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