Job Title: Venture Pipeline Development Lead
Organisation: SHA Consulting Group Ltd (SHA)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About US:
SHA CONSULTING GROUP LTD. (SHA) follows the vision to support companies to become more innovative and effective in their business operations and organizations to reach their impact targets. Thus, SHA provides trainings in innovation methods such as Design-Thinking as well as in entrepreneurship and implements projects on behalf of development organizations e.g., entrepreneurship training programs for refugees among others.
Job Summary: The Venture Pipeline Development Lead will play a crucial role in developing and supporting a pipeline of high-potential tech startups. The ideal candidate will leverage their unique experience in the venture capital ecosystem, including a background in engineering and hands-on experience with startups, to offer comprehensive support and training to budding entrepreneurs. This role requires a dynamic individual who can connect the dots between technology, innovation, and investment to foster growth within the tech startup community.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop tech startup venture pipeline from tech communities and universities.
- Provide comprehensive support to tech startups.
- Create and deliver innovation and entrepreneurship training and content.
- Build partnerships with universities and establish VC investor connections.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Proven experience in the venture capital ecosystem, including direct involvement with startups.
- Background in engineering, providing a strong foundation in technology and innovation.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the tech and investment communities.
- Excellent communication and training skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts in an accessible manner.
- Experience in creating and delivering entrepreneurship training programs.
- Familiarity with the challenges and opportunities in the tech startup landscape in Uganda and the broader African context.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and motivation letter to info@starthubafrica.org. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Deadline: 9th February 2024