Program Officer

Overview

The Program Officer is a member of the Business Support team responsible for supporting the business incubation, acceleration, competitions, and special projects of the department. The program officer provides support to all departments of Berytech; general management, communication & outreach, and community management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & JOB TASKS

• Support the business acceleration and incubation, work with incubated teams, anticipate and respond to their needs.
• Assist in developing the program, plan, and execute the program as per the guidelines.
• Ensure implementation of the program to comply with Berytech core principles, standards, and procedures.
• Organize all aspects of the competition set-up including but not limited to: communication and branding, outreach, criteria, implementation, training workshops, pitching, and incubation support.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate management information.
• Work on specific platforms and business tools such as but not limited to: Growth Wheel, etc.…
• Produce reporting on the progress and status of projects ensuring that issues are escalated and managed as required.
• Work on researching new practices and improving existing tools of the program.
• Coordinate activities and ensure deadlines and responsibilities remain aligned.
• Build and maintain relationships with partners, ecosystem partners, and the community.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes.
• Present a positive, professional image of the company with all customers and suppliers, internal and external.

EDUCATION & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, Finance or related field.
• At least one year of experience in the Business support field, ideally with an incubator or accelerator.
• Excellent communications skills in Arabic and English (oral and written) – French is a plus.
• Coordination experience or management of projects.
• Good interpersonal skills, keen to work in a team environment, and customer-oriented.
• Computer literacy, including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, basic software applications, and familiarity with the internet and email communications.
• Self-starter, resourceful, Initiative taker, able to make decisions.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced professional environment with multiple tasks and deadlines.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested applicants meeting all the above requirements are to submit their applications below.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.