Program Coordinator Africa at SeedStars Academy

About The Job

• Program Coordinators are a key middle-point for internal Seedstars execution units and our core programs team to support Program Managers and Program Directors to ensure projects are implemented effectively from inception to closure.
• This is a fully remote position. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Key responsibilities

You will be responsible for supporting the program manager with internal and external project coordination. This includes but is not limited to:

• Coordination between different Seedstars units to ensure the project is implemented effortlessly
• Ensure the program is following best practices and being executed using the outlined content and curriculum from the Seedstars playbook, and that the best possible experience is being delivered for all involved
• Support the program manager in managing relationships with relevant stakeholders
• Track quality, operational execution, and customer(entrepreneurs) and partner success metrics
• You will run experiments, compile and organize learnings and best practices to be shared internally or replicated in similar programs
• You will take the lead in the writing and setup of the reporting and administration of the project
• You will do a regular check on plans, budget and team progress

Your profile:

Your mindset

• Excellent team player with high levels of empathy
• Passion for problem solving and striving for excellence.
• Knack for coordination.
• Operational excellence with strong attention to detail
• Extremely polished and straightforward communication –written and spoken– with different levels of stakeholders

Your Experience

• At least 2 years in operational or coordination positions. Such as running entrepreneurial innovation programs, supporting startups, developing startup ecosystem
• Experience supporting startup & entrepreneurial programs
• Experience working in diverse cultural environments
• You are comfortable in using Google Workspace and have experience working with Slack, Zoom, Notion, and Airtable.

Nice to have

• You are either a local entrepreneur or innovation enthusiast
• You are an active member in your startup community.
• Knowledgeable about the startup ecosystem in your country or region

Why our employees love working with us:

• We are on a mission which is bigger than all of us: to impact people’s lives in emerging markets
• You get many growth opportunities and responsibilities early on
• You work in an entrepreneurial culture where you’re surrounded by a vibrant and diverse team
• We offer autonomy and flexibility with a flat hierarchy and a strong belief that responsible people should have the freedom to do their work when and how they want
• We were awarded as one of the most democratic workplaces in the world due to our freedom centered practices