Program Manager, African Entrepreneurship & Partnerships at The BRIDGE

Program Manager, African Entrepreneurship & Partnerships at The BRIDGE Date Posted: 05/15/2024 Req ID: 37347 Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough Department: UTSC:Dept-Management Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) Position Number: 00056397 Description: About us: The University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey. UTSC Management is a world leader in providing business education that is heavily influenced by experiential learning and internationalization. Combining rigorous academics with intensive Work-IntegratedLearning (WIL) and professional skills development, our signature Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program educates more than 2,000 students annually in every functional area of business management as a foundation with the option to specialize, while more than 70% of students elect to pursue 12 months of paid co-op employment during their degree studies. Our additional academic offerings include the University of Toronto’s only undergraduate international business program (Management and International Business: MIB), the Double Degree in Quantitative Finance and Statistics (BBA + BSc), Canada’s only Master of Accounting and Finance (MAccFin), and the Combined Degree Program in Accounting and Finance (BBA + MAccFin). Together with more than 50 appointed faculty members, 40 staff, over 300 industry and community partners annually, and a global alumni network exceeding 14,000 U of T Scarborough Management and Economics graduates, we are proud to guarantee that 100% of Management students complete one or more WIL experiences prior to graduation. In 2019, UTSC Management partnered with the African Impact Initiative to launch the African Impact Challenge (AIC). In early 2020, AIC and UTSC Management launched the first cohort in Ghana, partnering with local universities and industry stakeholders to deliver capacity-building, and to offer incubation to entrepreneurs. In 2021, The BRIDGE and AIC joined the University of Toronto’s (U of T’s) Health Entrepreneurship Pillar, alongside two other accelerators at U of T and a network of 10 universities across sub-Saharan Africa to support the Africa Higher Education Health Collaborative. To date, AIC has extended their training to multiple cohorts in Kenya, Rwanda, and South Africa, providing skills development, mentorship, networking, and other resources to over 5,000 entrepreneurs across Africa. This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members ( Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence ). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply. Your opportunity: We are seeking a dedicated Program Manager, African Entrepreneurship & Partnerships, to support the African Impact Challenge (AIC), a joint partnership between the African Impact Initiative (AII) and The BRIDGE, within UTSC Management. This role will represent the organization to forge partnerships and identify fundraising opportunities to support the delivery of capacity building and the successful launch of African-based start-ups to drive social development and long-term economic growth in their communities. Reporting to the Assistant Director, External Relations, and with leadership input from the Industry Partnership, Innovation, and WIL Lead (IPIWIL Lead), the Program Manager will be responsible for leading the planning, program delivery, and project management efforts required for the successful execution and future growth of the AIC while ensuring compliance with budgetary, legal, and regulatory requirements locally, and in specific countries across Africa. The incumbent will play a vital role in nurturing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders locally and on the African continent, including the Executive Management Committee andthe Board of Directors, and liaising with the Office of the Vice-President International (OVPI) at U of T on the overall Africa Strategy and The International Strategic Plan (TISP).. Your responsibilities will include: Provides planning, program and project management support for the African Impact Challenge by developing and enhancing operational and administrative processes and procedures Builds and cultivates relationships with academic partners and agencies across Africa and North America to advance strategic objectives Contributes to the development of marketing/communications content to promote programs, events and/or initiatives Overseeing data collection, analysis and reporting Works with stakeholder to identify and promote fundraising opportunities and/or campaigns Leads project initiatives by developing charter, scope, resources and schedule for projects Supports executing strategy by collaborating with various stakeholders across U of T’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, OVPI, and African-based post-secondary partners, to successfully achieve project milestones related to African entrepreneurship through the delivery of the African Impact Challenge Provides guidance and direction to a small group in a limited area, including responsibility for scheduling and/or work flow Essential Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience. Minimum 6-7 years of related experience in a project management role, preferably in a nonprofit organization Experience working in sub-Saharan Africa, preferably in the entrepreneurship and innovation space Experience fostering social development and economic growth through entrepreneurship and innovation Supervisory or team lead experience with the ability to oversee scheduling and workflow for a small group Fundraising experience with demonstrable success in developing and promoting fundraising opportunities and/or campaigns Experience monitoring project/program budgets, ensuring financial resources are used efficiently and effectively in accordance with established policies and best practices Strong relationship budling skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with executive management, boards of directors, and external partners Highly developed presentation, verbal, and written communication skills, along with strong interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to exercise strong problem-solving skills and ability to deal with a variety of responsibilities in a high-volume environment Applicants are also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of respectful and collegial learning and working environment Ability to travel to Africa a few times per year in support of business development and program delivery interests. Assets (Nonessential): Knowledge and experience working with startups and investors in Africa To be successful in this role you will be: Multi-tasker Organized Resourceful Team player Notes: Please ensure to include a cover letter with your resume. A full job description is available upon request from the UTSC HR Office . Closing Date: 05/24/2024, 11:59PM ET Employee Group: USW Appointment Type : Grant - Continuing Schedule: Full-Time Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 15 -- $93,752 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $119,892. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol. Job Category: Administrative / Managerial Recruiter: Chalsey Sahota Lived Experience Statement Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position. .buttontext00b26598368a4abe a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext00b26598368a4abe a:focus{ border: 1px dashed #25355a !important; outline: none !important; } All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Diversity Statement The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP . Accessibility Statement The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. 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