Senior Associate – Startup Acceleration Team
Job Summary:
We are looking for a practical, organized Senior Associate to join our Startup Acceleration Team. In this role, you will help run our startup programs, design training materials, and mentor founders on early-stage business fundamentals. You will also manage program logistics, coordinate with partners, and assist with business development and tender applications to help grow our team's scope.
Job Responsibilities:
- Design and develop training content, presentations, and curricula tailored to the business needs of early-stage startups.
- Conduct workshops and training sessions, and provide direct, one-on-one business mentorship to help founders build and scale their startups.
- Help manage the startup scouting, screening, and interview processes, and handle the onboarding of new cohorts.
- Plan and execute program events like bootcamps, workshops, and demo days, managing all related logistics.
- Track startup progress and collect feedback to help improve future programs.
- Foster relationships with mentors, corporate partners, and investors, and ensure their activities are well-integrated into the program.
- Draft program performance reports and share insights with senior team members and stakeholders.
- Assist with business development activities, including helping write proposals for tenders and grant calls.
- Supervise and guide a small team of 2–3 associates or interns on specific tasks and projects.
- Act as a reliable point of contact for startups and partners to ensure a smooth program experience and high client satisfaction.
Job Requirements:
- 3–5 years of experience in similar activities within the startup, incubator, accelerator, or business consulting ecosystem.
- Bachelor's Degree in any field, with a preference for degrees in Business, Economics, or related areas.
- Good understanding of early-stage business fundamentals and how startups operate.
- Strong communication, organization, and presentation skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks reliably.
If you are interested, kindly submit your CV to: Recruitment@nu.edu.eg.
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