Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Builder - Africa at Bridge for Billions

ROLES & CONTRIBUTIONS

Position Bridge as a Recognized Ecosystem Enabler in Africa ( 30%)

• Drive the strategic design and execution of the Conecta Africa Summit, establishing it as a flagship convening for ESOs, corporates, funders, and policymakers
• Strengthen Bridge’s thought leadership and presence by securing media coverage, memberships, and speaking opportunities in priority markets.
• Collaborate with the communications team to ensure consistent, relevant, and culturally resonant messaging across the continent.
• Represent Bridge — and support others to represent it — at strategic events with clear objectives and measurable outcomes.
• Track and report visibility metrics, including media reach, invitations to key platforms, and recognition in ecosystem mappings and reports. 

Secure and Maintain Partnerships that Deliver Measurable Value ( 30%)

• Source, structure, and close strategic collaborations with corporates, funders, networks, and institutions that deliver practical outcomes such as mentor pipelines, sponsorships, access-to-capital pathways, and programmatic partnerships. 
• Own the partnership pipeline in the CRM, keeping every stage—from prospecting to signed agreement—accurately tracked and up to date. 
• Ensure a smooth handover to Programs teams for implementation of partnership deliverables, while maintaining the relationship and tracking outcomes to ensure commitments are met. 
• Monitor and report partnership performance, documenting progress, results, and ecosystem engagement trends. 
• Leverage consultants and local representatives to expand reach in priority countries and identify emerging prospects.

Strengthen Collaboration and Community Among Ecosystem Partners ( 20%)

• Design and implement engagement frameworks that strengthen relationships across Bridge’s community of ESOs, mentors, and alumni, ensuring continuous value exchange. 
• Facilitate peer-learning and collaboration spaces — such as roundtables, community calls, or thematic groups — that promote shared growth and cross-country exchange. 
• Maintain active community engagement records, tracking participation, collaborations, and emerging opportunities to keep the network visible and actionable.

Generate High-Quality Leads for Business Development ( 20%)

• Identify and qualify Sales-Qualified Leads (SQLs) generated through ecosystem engagement, B2B events, and relationship-building across the region. 
• Document in the CRM and hand over validated opportunities to the Business Development team, providing full context for effective follow-up and conversion. 
• Track lead sources and analyze results to improve lead quality and guide future ecosystem engagement efforts.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5–8 years of experience in ecosystem management, partnerships, entrepreneurship support, or community/event leadership. 
• Strong network and credibility within Africa’s entrepreneurship ecosystem, with established relationships across ESOs, corporates, funders, and policy actors. 
• Deep understanding of the African entrepreneurship landscape, including regional nuances, key stakeholders, and the challenges faced by startups and ESOs. 
• Demonstrated ability to forge high-value partnerships and translate them into measurable outcomes such as funding introductions, policy influence, or mentor pipelines. 
• Proven success in planning and leveraging events for networking, brand positioning, and lead generation in the African context. 
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, able to engage and influence a diverse range of stakeholders. 
• Strategic thinker with a passion for advancing systemic change, entrepreneurship, social impact, and the mission of Bridge for Billions.