Entrepreneurship Development Senior Manager - Africa - Benguerir
Secteur de l’entreprise : Enseignement / Formation
ENTREPRISE :
Mohammed VI Polytechnic University is an institution dedicated to research and innovation in Africa and aims to position itself among world-renowned universities in its fields The University is engaged in economic and human development and puts research and innovation at the forefront of African development. A mechanism that enables it to consolidate Morocco’s frontline position in these fields, in a unique partnership-based approach and boosting skills training relevant for the future of Africa. Located in the municipality of Benguerir, in the very heart of the Green City, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University aspires to leave its mark nationally, continentally, and globally.
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Culture de l'entreprise :
UM6P – Université Mohammed VI Polytechnique se caractérise par une culture fortement orientée innovation, où la créativité, l’expérimentation et l’audace intellectuelle constituent des piliers essentiels. L’université encourage l’initiative, l’ouverture d’esprit et l’autonomie, dans un environnement stimulant tourné vers la recherche, l’entrepreneuriat et l’impact. Cette dynamique innovante est enrichie par une dimension coopérative solide, valorisant la collaboration, le partage des savoirs et le développement humain. Une orientation vers la performance et l’excellence complète l’ensemble, tandis que les processus formels restent volontairement plus légers pour préserver l’agilité.
Poste :
- Build entrepreneurship capacity across UM6P by supporting and coordinating with current Entrepreneurship and Venturing initiatives and programs in addition to other stakeholders such InnovX, UM6P Ventures, PCL, Entrepreneurship Academy, UFounders, African Blockchain Hub, OCP Group SBUs, Mascir…
- Foster a robust African entrepreneurial ecosystem by developing strategic relationships with peer technology incubator leaders, community business leaders as well as relevant governmental agencies. This includes developing strong external relationships with angel investors, venture capital firms, accelerators, serial entrepreneurs, mentors, government entrepreneurship programs, and commercial partners that can support the success and growth of the Startup Ecosystem in Africa
- Inspire UM6P entrepreneurs and support their new ventures by identifying, recruiting, and making introductions to appropriate in-house and external advisors, mentors, investors, corporate partners, and service providers. This includes marketing and organizing information on UM6P ecosystem startups throughout Africa to help share opportunities with potential partners.
- Champion support for diverse entrepreneurs supported by UM6P initiatives through programs that increase inclusion, training, management assistance, and funding with a focus on African Ecosytem.
- Oversee and conduct strategic planning for UM6P Entrepreneurship and Venturing activities
- Coordinate with strategic planning for other entrepreneurial initiatives of UM6P and link their efforts with those directly supervised by the department
- Support Entrepreneurship and Economic Development with External Funding in the Africa Continent
Profil recherché :
Skills, Experience, and Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, technology, business administration, finance, or related field required. MBA or equivalent degree is strongly preferred.
- A minimum of 15 years of management experience within a startup and/or an entrepreneurial incubator and/or Venture Capital firms, including prior experience with technology related to investment or entrepreneurship
- Experience with entrepreneurship ecosystems, business incubators, small business mentoring, accelerators, and commercialization programs within the African region
- Have a successful track record of generating new businesses
- Strong communications skills for partner relationships, including work with investors, founders, Students, and Officials
- Understanding Moroccan and African market/customers/categories mapping to identify opportunities.
- High Negotiation Skills & Strategic level.
- Ability to assess and qualify opportunities along with other functions
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