Organization: HIVE COLAB
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Director
About Us:
Hive Colab was started in 2008 and is the first technology focused innovation hub and collaborative co‐ working space in Kampala. We have supported technologists in Uganda by providing a workspace to incubate their ideas and projects, business development assistance at a below market rate. Also, Hive Colab supports the larger ecosystem of technology entrepreneurs in Kampala by organizing, networking, training, mentoring and informational events at the space.
Job Summary: The Business Development Manager will oversee Hive Colab facilities and programs throughout Uganda. Research, market, recruit, plan, and coordinate development of new and expanding entrepreneurial businesses. Responsibilities also include researching and coordinating strategies to support entrepreneurial efforts in targeted areas, including compiling and analyzing data. Also responsible for the overall strategy for startup service programs and identify opportunities to establish new programs, manage Hive Colab facilities, interns and volunteers, and associated budget. Promote and market incubation services and capabilities to external audiences. Identify, cultivate, and solicit support for incubation efforts and lead entrepreneurial education programs. General administrative tasks such as management/oversight of local incentive agreements, project management, site visits to gather company and industry intelligence, development/promotion of small business services and programs, including presentations to relevant business and community groups to promote the awareness and mission of Hive Colab.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- The BDM represents the Company to the public and outside groups, organizations, and agencies; responds to a wide variety of questions, comments, and/or concerns; resolves related complaints
- Actively coordinates the development, evaluation and implementation of program goals, objectives, and activities related to office, technology, and industrial business growth • Serves as a liaison to university, college, and other third-party resources
- Incubation: Lead formation of new business and provide incubation facilities to enable commercialization of the business: To induct new entrepreneurs; create Incubation plans and implement them, assist in writing business plans, keep track of the Incubation process; help the incubates prepare proposals for getting funding, etc.
- Partnerships: build and grow partnerships with other organizations for providing services to the incubates or the incubator; marketing the incubator, sponsorships…etc. Liaison with the government and industries.
- Marketing the Incubator and Business Development: Be the face of the Incubator and actively promote it through various channels etc.
- Prepares proposals to clients and responds to inquiries/requests from organization stakeholders
- Assists in developing and monitoring program budget; Works with the E.D to make recommendations to Board of Directors and government officials on programs which support the development strategy for entrepreneurial growth
- Prepares and maintains a variety of records and reports related to assigned programs, including financial reports that summarize and/or outline incoming and outgoing funds.
- Carry out research to identify emerging needs, trends, and services related to recruitment and location of incubator clients and affiliate members or other assigned areas of responsibility
- Designs and implements marketing materials to ensure public exposure to program offerings
- Identifies funding sources for projects requiring financial assistance
- Assists raise funds from private and public sources
- Performs other duties of a similar nature or level
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The Business development manager should hold a good Bachelor’s Degree in related field
- Three or more years’ related experience or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
- Past exposure and experience starting, owning, operating and/or managing a small business.
- Working knowledge of Business incubation programs
- Working knowledge of Marketing/salesmanship principles
- Prior knowledge in Research methods
- Skills and knowledge of public relations principles
- Working knowledge of Budget Administration principles
- Knowledge of Program coordination principles
- Grant contract administration practices
- Commercial/industrial real estate development
- Business development finance
- Past exposure and experience desired in any aspect of small business, or personally owning or operating a commercial venture
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send a cover letter and CV with the subject: Hive Colab Business Development Manager to [email protected] and [email protected]
For inquiries please send them to the same address.
Or Drop your application at Plot 90 Kanjokya House, Kanjokya Street, 3 floor, # 304, Kamwokya, Uganda.
NB: We will respond only to candidates that we think qualify for the position.
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