Job description:

We are looking for an Entrepreneurship Programs Coordinator to be the prime interface with entrepreneurs and responsible for the operations, startup development, planning, and promotion
of the incubation program. The coordinator will provide technical support to the incubated startups to ensure their progress and suggest solutions and work processes when required. The Entrepreneurship Programs Coordinator will facilitate the incubator’s operations and assist in forming partnerships with institutions and individuals to promote entrepreneurship programs with a focus on startups.

Main job responsibilities: 

• Design and manage events, projects, workshops, training sessions, and bootcamps for the programs being implemented.
• Plan and suggest activities to ensure the continuity of startup support.
• Ensure overall plans and activities are implemented as designed and outcomes are as planned and desired.
• Liaise with the Project Manager on the required legal, administrative, and financial follow-up.
• Develop and enlarge a network of business and technical mentors.
• Forge partnerships with other organizations for service provision and other activities.
• Prepare all required reporting and maintain a comprehensive set of records about the startups and mentors\consultant engagement.
• Maintain a record of each startup’s progress and ensure their technical and financial milestones are met.
• Assist in designing and coordinating new entrepreneurial activities, events, and initiatives.
• Contribute to creating a positive work environment that encourages knowledge sharing, respect, ownership, culture and skills development
• Establish and maintain relationships with the local community.
• Assist in recruiting startups and promoting the incubator.

Job requirements:

• BA in Business, Management, or relevant fields
• 3-4 years of experience, in similar activity is mandatory
• Team player with proven leadership skills
• Networking, problem-solving and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills along with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite (particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Solid time-management abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent knowledge of English

Job location:

Makerspace Innovation Center Office at Innovation&Training Park, 20000 Prizren.

Contract duration:

One (1) year, with an extension option.

How to apply:

Interested, suitably qualified, and experienced candidates are invited to submit their electronic application in English, in PDF version at info@makerspaceprizren.com. Please include the following:

• CV
• The subject of the email: Name & Surname – Entrepreneurship Programs Coordinator.

Deadline:

Deadline for the application: 22nd of October 2023.

Other notes:
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited to the next stage of recruitment.