Entrepreneurship Program Lead

Nairobi - Kenya

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 7years

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Reports to: Practice Lead

Location: Nairobi Kenya

PROFILE INTRODUCTION:

Our client a distinguished and seasoned entrepreneur has developed an exciting entrepreneurship training program designed to empower medium-sized business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. We are seeking a hands-on entrepreneurial professional to serve as Entrepreneurship Program Lead to drive this product towards sustainable growth.

This is a unique role that combines product ownership program management and executive support. You will be responsible for the end-to-end success of the entrepreneurship training initiative from lead generation and client onboarding to training execution and impact tracking. Additionally you will provide strategic executive support to the Practice Lead including calendar management business advisory and high-level coordination.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a startup-like environment comfortable wearing multiple hats and passionate about entrepreneurship development. Youll be building something from the ground up while working closely with senior leadership to scale a meaningful initiative that transforms businesses across Africa eventually.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. 1. Product & Program Management

Own the Entrepreneurship Training Product: Take end-to-end responsibility for the new training product including program design refinement delivery coordination and continuous improvement based on participant feedback.
Drive Lead Generation & Client Acquisition: Develop and execute strategies to generate qualified leads for the entrepreneurship training program. Meet annual business development targets through proactive outreach partnerships and ecosystem engagement.
Manage Client Onboarding: Design and oversee a seamless onboarding experience for training participants ensuring clear communication expectations management and strong early engagement.
Oversee Training Execution: Coordinate all aspects of training delivery including scheduling facilitator management venue/platform logistics materials preparation and quality assurance. Ensure exceptional participant experience throughout.
Track Impact & Client Success: Monitor participant progress gather feedback measure outcomes and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and generate testimonials/referrals.
Build & Manage Pipeline: Maintain a robust pipeline of potential clients through networking ecosystem events digital marketing support and strategic partnerships.

2. 2. Executive Support & Business Advisory

Provide Executive Calendar & Coordination Support: Manage the Practice Leads calendar schedule high-priority meetings coordinate engagements and ensure optimal time management.
Deliver Business Advisory Support: Conduct research prepare briefing materials and provide strategic insights to support the Practice Leads decision-making and thought leadership.
Draft Communications & Presentations: Prepare speeches presentations reports and other executive communications that amplify the Practice Leads voice and the programs impact.
Represent the Practice: Attend ecosystem events on behalf of the Practice Lead when needed building relationships and raising awareness of the entrepreneurship training program.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

Program Management & Execution
Business Development & Sales Acumen
Entrepreneurial Mindset & Ownership
Executive Support & Discretion
Relationship Building & Networking
Communication & Presentation Skills
Planning & Organization
Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Business Administration Strategy Economics or a related field. A Masters degree or relevant professional certifications is an added advantage.
A minimum of 7 years of professional experience with at least 3 years dedicated to strategy development management consulting entrepreneurship programs or a comparable client-facing advisory capacity.
Proven track record in business development and client acquisition with demonstrable success in meeting targets.
Experience in program coordination or training delivery is highly desirable.
Superior written and verbal communication skills with expertise in speech writing executive presentations and business storytelling.
Highly organized detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities independently with professionalism and discretion.
Strong networking capabilities and confidence in representing the organization at ecosystem events.
Entrepreneurial spirit with a hands-on approach and willingness to build from the ground up.

Reports to: Practice LeadLocation: Nairobi Kenya PROFILE INTRODUCTION: Our client a distinguished and seasoned entrepreneur has developed an exciting entrepreneurship training program designed to empower medium-sized business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. We are seeking a hands...