Intern at Focus Hub Nigeria

Focus Hub Nigeria is a technology innovation and digital entrepreneurship center in the Niger Delta of Nigeria with a mandate to create sustainable business models dedicated to solving development challenges encountered in the Niger Delta.

We are currently supporting a number of startups and we need smart, young and technology savvy people to work with our team, to fill the position of:

Job Title: Intern

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Job Description

• The Position will support the work of managers at the hub providing critical support where and when needed all aspects of company growth and development.
• Researching entrepreneurial ecosystems and possible business partners.
• Develop business strategies to achieve proposed targets
• Devise & manage the processes/task lists for the hub and the team.
• Cultivate and advise hub/community members in strategic areas that foster development and encourage growth of assigned businesses
• Build relationships with top executives and influencers within the Nigeria technology ecosystem and to leverage these connections to acquire recognition and publicity for the Port Harcourt technology ecosystem.
• Conduct industry research on new policy around ICT4D.
• Regularly review, update and innovate Focus Hub’s value proposition, develop new business/initiatives for implementation, and identify priorities for business environment improvements.
• Induct new processes as and when relevant
• You will work with startups seeking to rapidly research, ideate, prototype, launch, and scale break-out ideas into high-growth businesses.
• Closely follow global technology developments, identify trends and opportunities for Focus Hub and develop and maintain key partnerships with relevant organizations both abroad and locally.
• Develop funding applications and proposals to corporate funders and to government grant making entities.
• Develop and support the delivery of programs and/or events to promote business development and growth among member startups/ecosystem and the hub itself.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Experience/Qualifications

• Current students or graduates in any of the following degrees can apply. Engineering, Business, Technology, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related/relevant field. MBA students and/or Masters Degree students or in related/relevant can also apply.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects/assignments/responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest and ability to communicate with various technical, entrepreneurial, and international visitors
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills are required as is an ability to effectively communicate on multiple levels.
• Ability to take initiative and manage a variety of tasks and projects simultaneously is necessary.
• Must be able to communicate in a clear and concise manner on multiple levels. Good writing skills are a necessity. Must have in-depth knowledge of social media management.
• Ability to analyze, evaluate, and assess complex information; coaching and consulting experience; and an ability to use independent judgment and communicate effectively.
• This will provide a great learning experience and contribute to your personal development
• Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to quickly and concisely research and collect data from unique places
• Ability to synthesize data and convey information in a meaningful way
• A strong understanding of Windows Based systems and proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of Graphics design tools is an added advantage
• Basic knowledge and a passion for technology ecosystem, startup incubation, ICT consulting and research are required.
• Must have an understanding of these Technology verticals (IT, digital economy, creative industries, high-tech, R&D).
• Great exposure and mentoring within a startup & engineering ecosystem is an advantage

Application Deadline  30th September, 2015