Summary

Responsibilities:

1. Setting up, creating, and managing the Accelerator program operationally

2. Hiring and building a high-performing team to support the program

3. Developing and implementing process and program schemes for the Accelerator

4. Overseeing day-to-day operations and managing marketing and expansion efforts for portfolio projects

5. Scaling the Accelerator to new regions and establishing country franchises

6. Ensuring the development and maintenance of a clear process, product, website, and social media presence

7. Representing KEY Difference in industry events and conferences

8. Creating sales materials and leading business development efforts

9. Managing and leading the business development team to achieve success

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

1. Equity value or revenue generated

2. Successful screening of quality projects and maintaining a strong pipeline

3. Establishing global branding and presence

4. Securing great deals and value for portfolio companies and undercutting the competition

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred

2. 5+ years of experience in the startup accelerator industry (preferably some experience within the blockchain space)

3. A clear understanding of the accelerator process, steps, structure, and business model

4. Proven track record in setting up, creating, and managing accelerator programs

5. Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

6. Ability to build and lead high-performing teams

7. Strong business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities

8. Willingness to travel and work in multiple countries as needed

Benefits:

1. Early-employee equity option or possible exploration of a co-founder role

2. Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses

3. Opportunity to work with a leading firm in the blockchain space

4. Chance to shape and grow an Accelerator program with international expansion

Skills

• Analytical Thinking
• Business Development
• Business Relation
• Hiring
• Leadership
• Negotiations Skills
• Networking
• PR and Media Relations
• PR Strategies
• Public Speaking
• Recruitment

Other Benefits

Preferred location is Dubai, with possible travel to other countries.