Junior Programs & Partnerships Manager

Role Overview

The Junior Programs & Partnerships Manager will lead and expand NVs programs and venture-building activities managing the design and delivery of incubation acceleration and capacity-building initiatives. This role combines hands-on program management donor relations and strategic partnership development ideal for someone who thrives in a small entrepreneurial team with a big regional mission.

Rather than joining a large organization this person will help shape and grow NVs Programs and Venture Building division while growing professionally alongside it.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Program Management

• Design implement and manage NVs incubation acceleration and capacity-building programs.
• Develop program frameworks budgets KPIs and reporting tools.
• Ensure programs meet performance targets impact objectives and donor compliance standards.
• Supervise coordinators mentors and trainers to ensure quality and consistency.
• Produce progress and impact reports case studies and communication materials showcasing results.

• 2. Donor Relations & Reporting

• Manage relationships with donors development agencies and institutional partners.
• Prepare professional narrative and financial reports in line with donor guidelines.
• Support proposal audits monitoring and evaluation processes.
• Represent NV in donor and partner meetings with professionalism and strategic insight.

• 3. Business Development & Strategic Partnerships

• Identify and pursue new funding opportunities grants and RFPs aligned with NVs mission.
• Co-lead concept notes and proposal writing with the CEO.
• Build partnerships with corporates investors universities and NGOs to co-create programs.
• Represent NV at ecosystem events and conferences to strengthen visibility and network reach.
• Maintain a forward-looking pipeline of collaborations that fuel NVs growth.

• 4. Venture Building Leadership

• Contribute to developing NVs Venture Building division and startup support methodology.
• Work with mentors and experts to design impactful startup journeys and mentorship frameworks.
• Implement monitoring tools and KPIs to track startup and program outcomes.
• Strengthen NVs position as a credible regional actor in entrepreneurship and innovation.

• 5. Team Coordination & Internal Systems

• Coordinate with the CEO and team on priorities program timelines and resource planning.
• Implement efficient workflows documentation processes and impact tracking systems.
• Support the recruitment onboarding and development of team members as NV grows.
• Foster a collaborative purpose-driven and impact-oriented work culture.

What This Role Offers

• The opportunity to build and grow NVs Programs and Venture Building division.
• Exposure to regional innovation ecosystems and collaboration with international donors and partners.
• A chance to make a tangible impact by shaping entrepreneurship and innovation programs across the MENA region.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Business Administration Management Development Studies or a related field.
• 35 years of experience in program management entrepreneurship ecosystems or donor-funded projects.
• Strong understanding of startup incubation acceleration and innovation ecosystems.
• Proven experience in proposal writing donor reporting and partnership development.
• Excellent organizational communication and presentation skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset self-motivated and comfortable in a lean fast-paced environment.

Additional Information :

Interested candidates should submit their CV and/or a short cover letter here or send an email to with the subject line: : NV- Programs & Partnerships Manager Your Name

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract