Program Officer, Green Growth and Jobs Accelerator Project - Jordan Based

About Flat6Labs & GGJAP

Flat6Labs, the MENA region’s leading seed and early-stage venture capital firm, currently runs the most renowned startup programs in the region. Proudly announcing its partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to manage the 4-year Green Growth and Jobs Accelerator Project (GGJAP). As a vital component of the Danish-Arab Partnership Programme (DAPP) under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark, GGJAP focuses on fostering Youth Employment and Green Jobs in Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, and Tunisia within the MENA region. By supporting local small and medium-sized enterprises, GGJAP aims to catalyze green growth and create opportunities for young women and youth.

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About the Role

Flat6Labs is looking for a Program Officer to join our team on the Green Growth & Jobs Accelerator Project (GGJAP) in Jordan. As a professional, you will be responsible for supporting SMEs in their day-to-day activities as well as supporting the program team in organizing cycle processes, documentation, and events. This role would suit a highly proactive, technology-savvy, and organized individual who is passionate about creating impact.

Also, as a Program Officer, you will be required to oversee the process and the operations of the program, design and implement an effective business strategy to position the program as a high-quality leading ecosystem development program locally and internationally, help build relationships, and establish partnerships with local and international partners.

Main Responsibilities:

Sub-Sector Analysis:

• Conduct comprehensive sector analysis in collaboration with UNDP Jordan.
• Present analysis to the regional team for review and feedback.
• Ensure adherence to UNDP guidelines and standards.

Marketing & Outreach:

• Collaborate with the UNDP team to disseminate calls for applications.
• Utilize social media to share the UNDP team's posts.
• Disseminate calls for applications within the partner network and previous beneficiaries.
• Organize informational sessions to present the program.
• Propose outreach strategy in line with UNDP branding guidelines.

Accelerator Implementation:

• Plan and execute pre-accelerator and accelerator phases with the Program Lead's support.
• Scout SMEs, experts, mentors, and potential financial institutions.
• Manage virtual & physical workshops and events.
• Advise selected SMEs on business development needs.
• Run needs assessment for selected SMEs.
• Support SMEs during the program and ensure to respond to all queries or challenges they are facing
• Ensure a seamless onboarding/offboarding journey for all SMEs.

Reporting:

• Prepare and manage the final selection committee following guidelines.
• Provide necessary data and information requested by the donor.
• Prepare and finalize the accelerator report for approval by the regional team.

Communication:

• Attend weekly meetings with the UNDP country office and F6L regional team.
• Support program communication on social media channels.
• Ensure timely responses to queries or challenges from entrepreneurs.
• Record and report startup teams' progress and KPIs accurately.

Requirements

• A  bachelor's degree in business administration & management, or any other related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in business advisory, finance, and investment or management consulting projects.
• At least 2 years of facilitation experience (conducting workshops and meetings with company leadership).
• A good knowledge of the green business environment and processes in Jordan. 
• A good understanding of the Jordanian entrepreneurial ecosystem. 
• Previous coaching experience and working with SMEs are a plus. 
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.

Our mission towards DEI

At Flat6labs, we're all about helping you shine, no matter where you come from or who you are– what matters to us is your passion and talent. We're proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, and we're on a mission to build a team as diverse as the world we live in. Join us in making our workplace a welcoming home for everyone to shine.

Benefits

What’s in it for you?

• Get the chance to work with high-potential growth startups and bright entrepreneurs from different backgrounds.
• Engage in the buzzing startup community in the MENA region.
• Work in an environment supporting creativity and proactivity, and be part of a small dynamic team.
• Competitive package including medical insurance at one of the top medical insurance providers.
• Hybrid working model & Flexible working hours

Last updated on Aug 1, 2024