Jobs at Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB) Nigeria

This is an exciting opportunity to develop, manage and advise on projects, partnerships, and activities to deliver against a creative economy ecosystem development strategy. The selected candidate will support the delivery of a Creative Economy portfolio of programmes working with sector stakeholders and communities. You will also manage various stakeholders across Africa and internationally and contribute to fundraising efforts to scale up programming.

Duties and Responsibilities

Programme Management

• The Programme Manager (PM) will be responsible for delivering a programme of activities linked to the Creative Economy ecosystem development in Africa.
• The PM will work in close collaboration with the Acting head of Programs and stakeholders to identify, prioritise, and design activities that will respond to the creative economy priorities to further the objectives of the practice.
• The PM will manage research projects within the practice’s portfolio.
• Project manage the planning, schedules, and budgets for agreed activities to ensure that all tasks are completed within the timeframe and budget parameters defined during project design.
• The PM will be the main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders to ensure that all activities fit within a strategic and applicable portfolio.
• Interface with other organisational units (Finance, Communications, Design) to deliver agreed programmes.
• Manage and execute a pipeline of programmes, including accelerators and incubators.
• Participating in donor and grant application processes, including design, submission, and review.
• Provide progress reports on programmes to key officers for prompt decision-making.
• Relationship and Stakeholder Management
• Create a framework that guides engagement between the unit and the various levels of stakeholders; the PM must be able to maintain good relations with all associated parties.
• Proactively identify and pursue opportunities for developing new physical and digital audiences to deliver the practice’s projects in Africa.
• Identify thematic priorities that align with partner interests and develop standardised concept notes for pitching to multiple partners.
• Curate relevant activities, stakeholders, events, and workshops to drive innovation in the selected thematic areas.

Communication and Evaluation

• Work with the Community Manager and Communications Unit to develop and manage digital marketing and audience development campaigns, including but not limited to social media platforms.
• Provide content to the Communications Unit for communications materials for distribution internally and externally.
• Ensure each project's evaluation strategy is implemented according to programme standards and report likely variations from the target.

Qualifications

• How Creative Economy Value Chains work and current barriers and opportunities within this in an African content
• Programme design and related tools, for example, relating to financial management and reporting, evaluation, contract management etc
• Job creation and livelihood development strategies in an African context
• The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements
• At least 7 years of experience designing, and leading delivery of incubation, acceleration or capacity-building programmes focused on artistic, entrepreneurship, digital or technical skills within the Creative Economy in Africa.
• Degree Level or Equivalent in Economics, Management, or related discipline
• Project Management qualification is desirable.
• Experience supporting ecosystem development either in a specific sector within or across the Creative Economy in a formal /corporate context.
• Strong networks across at least one major African market for Creative Economy, although experience across multiple markets is preferred.
• Experience working with international donors/ on international donor-funded projects.
• Relationship management with senior stakeholders in partner/donor organisations and in government.
• Creativity skills in developing programs and methods for engaging an audience toward the
  success of the practice.

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Job Purpose

The Director of External Affairs and Innovation Partnerships is a member of the organisation’s senior leadership team, providing strategic and executive oversight, alignment, and leadership across CcHUB’s external-facing functions, including community and ecosystem engagement, Communications, Innovation Hub Strengthening, and Public Sector Relations.

The role ensures that these functions work cohesively to amplify CcHUB’s visibility, deepen ecosystem impact, and unlock new opportunities for growth and partnerships across Africa. A key responsibility is to strengthen engagement with public sector actors and position CcHUB as a trusted partner in driving innovation, creative economy growth, and workforce development on the continent.

This is a leadership role focused on driving alignment across teams, growing Pan-African partnerships, and enabling a vibrant, well-connected innovation ecosystem that advances CcHUB’s sector priorities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Oversight & Alignment

• Provide strategic leadership and alignment across the Community & Ecosystems, Communications, and Innovation Hub Strengthening functions, working through the respective Heads of each function.
• Ensure that these functions are fully aligned with CcHUB’s sector priorities (Education, Health, and Creative Industries) and cross-cutting goals (Emerging Tech, Green Tech, and Workforce Development).
• Lead cross-functional planning and delivery to strengthen ecosystem visibility, engagement, and partnership development.

Public Sector & Policy Engagement

• Lead and coordinate public sector engagement strategies across Africa to unlock enabling policies, foster public-private partnerships, and enhance the innovation ecosystem’s public sector engagement. 
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with ministries, agencies, and regulators across CcHUB’s geographies and sectors of focus.
• Represent CcHUB in key public sector platforms, dialogues, and forums to shape the innovation and creative economy agenda.

Pan-African Strategic Partnerships

• Lead high-level engagement with strategic partners (corporates, multilaterals, foundations, innovation networks) to grow CcHUB’s ecosystem influence and unlock multi-country opportunities.
• Identify and pursue ecosystem-building collaborations in new markets aligned to CcHUB’s Pan-African growth plans.
• Support the expansion and sustainability of partner hubs across the continent.

Strategic Communications & Thought Leadership

• Guide the Communications team’s strategic priorities and campaigns to amplify CcHUB’s impact and influence.
• Champion thought leadership efforts positioning CcHUB as a Pan-African leader in innovation, creativity, and sectoral transformation.

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, mentor, and support the Heads of Community & Ecosystems, Communications, and Innovation Hub Strengthening, enabling them to deliver against organizational goals.
• Foster cross-team collaboration, shared accountability, and continuous learning across functions.

Key Performance Indicators will include:

• Cross-Functional Alignment
• Public Sector Engagement
• Pan-African Partnerships
• Visibility & Thought Leadership
• Team Leadership

Qualifications

Essential 

• Exceptional leadership and strategic alignment skills.
• Proven stakeholder engagement and partnership development skills.
• Strong understanding of public sector operations, particularly in innovation and creative industries.
• High-level influencing and negotiation capability across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Strategic communications and ecosystem-building mindset.
• Experience managing and aligning cross-functional teams and leaders.

Experience

• Minimum 12 years of leadership experience in ecosystem development, public affairs, partnerships, or external relations.
• Demonstrated success in driving public sector collaboration and ecosystem strengthening initiatives.
• Experience leading Pan-African or multi-country initiatives.
• Experience in or exposure to innovation, technology, or creative industries.
• Previous C Suite experience is an added advantage

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, International Development, Business, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Professional development or certifications in public affairs, ecosystem development, or partnerships are an advantage.

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Job Purpose

• The role is responsible for supporting investment programs, accelerator and incubator programs implemented by CcHUB, by researching potential startups, conducting market analysis, assisting with the due diligence and selection process, providing support to companies directly funded through CcHUB’s investment platforms as well as those  participating in acceleration/incubation/bootcamps, and contributing to overall program development as relevant.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The selected candidate will play a lead role in supporting portfolio companies across the investment platforms and accelerator/incubator programs managed and/or implemented by CcHUB.
• Key responsibilities of an accelerator portfolio associate may include, but are not limited to:
• Program development and execution:
  • Assisting in designing the accelerator curriculum and program structure. 
  • Coordinating workshops, events, and mentorship sessions with industry experts identified by the Investment Unit.
• Startup support:
  • Support the Portfolio Manager in providing hands-on support to funded/participating startups as assigned by the Portfolio Manager.
  • Support the Portfolio Manager in helping startups refine their go-market strategies, fundraising strategies, valuation, financial models, data rooms, pitch decks, and corporate governance.
  • Connecting startups with relevant investors, partners, and mentors. 
• Market analysis and research:
  • Conducting industry research to identify emerging trends, competitor analysis, and market opportunities to guide CcHUB’s investment strategy.
  • Analyzing data to generate insights for the accelerator program and participating startups. 
• Reporting and communication:
  • Preparing reports on investment program and accelerator/incubator program performance, startup progress, and key metrics.
  • Communicating updates to internal stakeholders and investors.
  • Drafting and coordinating internal and external reports and presentations on CcHUB’s investment platform portfolios; specifically working on quarterly reports to shareholders and assisting in the preparation of  quarterly valuation reports.
• Investment pipeline development:
  • Conducting country, industry, investment environment and company research, analysis and evaluation for potential and existing investment opportunities.
  • Performing ad-hoc financial forecasts and analyses to evaluate potential investment opportunities;  Building, reviewing and maintaining flexible financial models.
  • Supporting due diligence processes, independently cooperating with external advisors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field. CFA, ACA, or MBA will be advantageous.
• 1-3 years of experience in fast-paced environments with a focus on business operations, investments, portfolio management and/or project management.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and timelines effectively.
• Great communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to foster good rapport, relationships and influence with all relevant stakeholders.
• Strong experience in financial analysis, financial modeling, valuation, due diligence, and value-creation initiatives.

Key Competencies:

• Business acumen: Strong understanding of business fundamentals, financial analysis, and startup operations.
• Analytical skills: Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data to inform decision making.
• Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication to effectively interact with startups, mentors, and investors.
• Project management: Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Research skills: Capability to conduct thorough market research and identify relevant industry trends.
• Entrepreneurial mindset: Passion for startups and the innovation ecosystem.