Incubator Manager at Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology

Incubator Manager at Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology
Summary:
The Commission for Science and Technology, together with partners from the Tanzanian private and academic sectors, and infoDev, is developing a TEKINOHAMA business incubator in Dar es Salaam to support ICT (information and communications technology) companies with high growth potential.

This will be an autonomous and private sector driven entity assisting early stage ICT companies.

The Commission for Science and Technology seeks to appoint an Incubator Manager to lead and manage the establishment and growth of the business incubator, as a self sustaining service for new and growing Tanzanian businesses.

This is a challenging position that requires an entrepreneurial approach and a commitment to helping new and emerging businesses in Dar es Salaam.
Description:

Key responsibilities will include:
* Development of the initial business plan of the business incubator based on a sustainable business model * Leadership in the implementation of the incubator including the appointment and management of a small staff complement; financial oversight; operations oversight etc. * Management of good incubation practices including the processes for selecting clients; growing client companies; accessing financing; networking and graduating clients. * Building and managing strategic stakeholder relationships * Working with the Board to meet the strategic objectives as defined by the BoardRequirements:

Required Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills and experience:
* A business degree (B.Comm and/or MBA) from a recognised educational institution. * Demonstrated understanding of issues relating to entrepreneurship. It will be an advantage for the candidate to have been involved in the management of a business incubator or SME support organisation. * Entrepreneurial experience in having successfully started and/or run a business * At least 10 years of middle to senior management experience (either in a small, medium or large.business). A proven track record of general management must be evident in the career of the candidate. * Proven leadership skills and ability to motivate and lead teams and engender trust. * Evidence of networking ability with the business community in Tanzania. * Fluency in English and Swahili.

The starting date will be 1 March 2011 or as negotiated.

Interested applicants can forward a covering letter titled “Dar es Salaam Incubator Manager”, motivating their suitability for the position, along with their resume (both in English) to the address below, by 29 November 2010.

Applications by post must be clearly marked “Dar es Salaam Incubator Manager”.

Applications by email will also be accepted.

Closing Date: 29 November 2010

Contact Info:
Director General
Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology
P.O. Box 4302, Dar Es Salaam.