Job Description

Location: Lebanon, Hybrid
Employment Type: Contract (20 months)
Reports To: Operations Director 

Overview:

The Program Coordinator will manage and implement a startup incubation & acceleration program. The selected candidate will oversee incubation and acceleration programs, coordinate with startups, mentors, and stakeholders, and ensure successful program execution.

This is a contractual position for 20 months. 

Key Responsibilities:

Program Implementation & Coordination

• Oversee and coordinate all activities related to the incubation and acceleration program.
• Support in conducting market assessments and other research activities. 
• Assist in the startup selection process, ensuring fair and transparent evaluation.
• Develop and implement structured startup support programs, from ideation to market entry.
• Organize events such as bootcamps, pitching sessions, and Demo Days.
• Follow up and provide ongoing guidance to startups, helping them navigate challenges and meet program milestones.

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships

• Build and maintain strong relationships with mentors, trainers, investors, and corporate partners.
• Represent the program in events, networking opportunities, and public engagements.

Training & Resource Development

• Identify and coordinate trainers, mentors, and experts to support startups.
• Help develop learning materials, toolkits, and online resources.
• Facilitate workshops, capacity-building sessions, and knowledge-sharing opportunities.

Operational Oversight

• Assist in budget planning and financial reporting, ensuring cost-effective program execution.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare reports on program impact.
• Assist in writing different program related reports. 

Qualifications & Experience:

• 4+ years of experience in program coordination, entrepreneurship support, or project management.
• Understanding of Lebanon’s startups and innovation ecosystem.
• Experience working with startups, incubators, or accelerators. 
• Strong event planning and coordination skills, with experience organizing workshops, bootcamps, or mentorship programs.
• Basic experience with reporting for donor-funded projects.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills. 
• Fluency in English and Arabic. 

Desirable Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field.
• Experience using project management tools (Airtable, ClickUp, or similar platforms).
• Basic understanding of financial planning for programs.
• Knowledge of renewable energy, climate tech, or sustainability-focused entrepreneurship.

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