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Operations Associate, ARM Labs-Techstars HND / BA / BSc Job

2022-11-24 16:03   Administrative / Management   Lagos   1.8K views
Job Details

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Overview

As an Associate you will help build the next amazing batch of startups, as they grow from early stage to venture-backed companies.

From entrepreneurs, to investors, to mentors, your network is about to explode.

You will have the opportunity to sit in on mentor meetings – get to know the best entrepreneurs and investors in the city, up close and personally.

You will also have access to full involvement in Techstars social events with the founders and local community.

It’s basically a chance to get amazing experience, broaden your network in ways you could never imagine, get exposure to some of the greatest up and coming companies and teams in the country.

Historically, most associates end up being employed by one of the teams or by someone they met during the span of the three months.

Many also go on to build their own companies.

Job Description

This role is responsible for the administrative duties and operational execution throughout the duration of the accelerator program. Logistics experience as well as familiarity with the early stage venture backed company ecosystem is preferred.

A willingness to learn and comfort tackling new problems is a must. This role is a temporary, full time in person position.

Duties and Responsibilities

Engage with Techstars founders and plan activities, meetings and events that drive them toward success

Coordinate the scheduling of mentors, corporate partners, founders, and sponsors visits

Follow best practices and execute upon outlined content and curriculum of the program

Event planning

Represent Techstars in the local community, both actively and passively

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

1 - 3 years in fast-paced project or program management focused position

Strong interest in the discourse around technology, startups, entrepreneurship, venture capital

Proven attention to detail through prior work or life experience

Experience in event planning and event logistics

Comfortable with a variety of responsibilities

Comfortable with a minimal amount of direction but high expectations

Fits the Techstars culture (people-oriented, adaptable, supportive, creative)

Authorized to work in Nigeria.

Currently live in Lagos or would be willing to live here from.

Application Closing Date

Not Specified.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online

Company Description
Techstars is the worldwide network that helps entrepreneurs succeed. Founded in 2006, Techstars began with three simple ideas - entrepreneurs create a better future for everyone, collaboration drives innovation and great ideas can come from anywhere. Now we are on a mission to enable every person on the planet to contribute to, and benefit from, the success of entrepreneurs. In addition to operating accelerator programs and venture capital funds, we do this by connecting startups, investors, corporations and cities to help build thriving startup communities. Techstars has invested in more than 2,300 companies with a combined market cap of more than $29B.