Product Design Lead at Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB) Nigeria

Job Description

• We are looking to recruit a results-driven venture builder to join the startup's support unit and work with exciting companies across our accelerator programmes.
• In this role, you will play a key role in supporting high growth technology companies, from across the continent, to build great products that meet the needs of their target customer.
• The role will be perfect for someone who has an understanding and experience of how to build a product that users love, in terms of function and design.

Startup Support:

• Work day-to-day with entrepreneurs across the continent to build global sustainable businesses with a laser focus on building/improving their products by taking a customer-centric approach.
• Provide strategic advisory to startups on their product development strategy/plan and work with our Product, UI/UX and Engineering team to test, review and give feedback to help make the product better.
• Make introductions and connect portfolio companies to individuals and organizations that will be of value to the product development goals of the companies.
• Create and facilitate product-related workshops/projects 

Partner and Advisor Engagement:

• Manage existing partnerships with product-related advisors and businesses within our networks as well as develop new relationships, with a focus on unlocking key opportunities and credits that will be beneficial to the product development goal of portfolio companies across our programmes. 
• Evaluate and pursue opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and collaboration on an ongoing basis within the ecosystem
• Provide regular progress reports on startups.

Qualifications

• Educational background in technology and/or design-related fields, with an understanding of product and design principles, practices, and methodologies. 
• Preferably 4+ years of working experience in product development/management or any other related line of work.
• Experience working in an iterative design environment including giving and receiving feedback.
• Entrepreneurial experience or experience supporting startups or working in a startup environment.
• Understanding of the technology and startup ecosystem.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and research skills.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft suite.
• Excellent communication in English (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.

Remuneration
Benefits:

• A competitive salary, based on experience. 
• Medical Insurance 
• Work alongside world-class talent 
• A culture of learning and innovation
• Opportunities for career growth and training 
• Interaction with industry leaders and forward-thinking people
• A chance to make a social difference
• Overall fun company.