Program Manager | KSA

The Program Manager | KSA oversees the operations and processes of the program’s startups, designing and implementing effective business strategies to position the program as a high-quality, leading ecosystem development initiative. The role focuses on building relationships, establishing partnerships, and ensuring program excellence.

Requirements

• Develop, drive, and implement the program strategy and cycles.
• Establish effective project management and monitoring mechanisms to ensure timely delivery.
• Provide periodic progress reports to management.
• Ensure the Flat6Labs process is followed and well communicated to all team members.
• Identify partnership opportunities and oversee the establishment of local and international collaborations.
• Manage the program budget and supervise financial control of spending and procurement.
• Build and maintain a network of support partners.
• Define business objectives and goals in coordination with management and ensure their successful execution.
• Report program and startup status to key stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Effectively manage the program team, foster collaboration, and ensure orientation on Flat6Labs processes.
• Strengthen engagement with the local startup ecosystem by building partnerships and sourcing entrepreneurs in coordination with the Marketing team.
• Collaborate with Marketing to ensure the program and its events are well promoted locally and to maximize outreach to potential entrepreneurs.
• Build and sustain strong relationships within the regional entrepreneurial community.
• Lead and coordinate the full startup selection process.
• Oversee training and mentorship programs, and recruit high-quality mentors, trainers, and speakers.
• Manage and coordinate the online platform with internal and external teams.
• Set goals and milestones for startups and monitor their progress closely.
• Support startups in structuring and refining their investor pitches and presentations.
• Nominate high-potential startups for follow-on funding opportunities.
• Supervise the planning and logistics of all program events.

Benefits

• Chance to work with high potential for growth startups and bright entrepreneurs
• Exposure to different local, regional and international investors and VCs
• Engage in the buzzing startup community in the MENA region