- Minimum Qualification : Highschool
- Experience Level : Mid level
- Experience Length : 3 years
Job Description/Requirements
Applications close on 29 November at 5pm EAT
Sinapis is a Christian social enterprise that provides early-stage entrepreneurs with advanced business training integrated with Kingdom Business principles, mentorship, consultancy and access to seed funding. Sinapis runs two core products: the Sinapis Entrepreneur Academy (for growth-stage businesses) and the Sinapis Aspire Launchpad (for early or idea-stage businesses).
Sinapis is looking for part-time mentors for its Aspire Launchpad program participants. The Aspire Launchpad training takes the form of a 9-week program. The mentorship support is part of the learning experience and will involve at least 6 sessions of at least two hours each. Together, the mentor and mentee will agree on the goals of the mentorship experience and participate in a mix of virtual/in-person sessions.
Locations: Gulu, Uganda or Nimule, South Sudan (applicants who live close to these two towns in Northern Uganda or South Sudan are also encouraged to apply)
Employment type: Contracted
Remuneration: USD 30 per 2-hour session
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Through one-on-one meetings, engage with idea- to early-stage businesses in the Aspire Launchpad program to assess their businesses and identify areas of need/support
- Provide constructive feedback on business plans, pitch presentations, and other deliverables
- Facilitate connections to relevant industry contacts, potential capital opportunities, and business networks
- Occasionally participate in group training sessions or workshops as a guest speaker
- Develop and submit a tailored mentorship plan for each assigned business
- Provide biweekly progress reports including milestones achieved, challenges, and recommendations
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- You are cheerful and personable
- You are a follower of Christ who maintains a healthy relationship with Jesus
- You are a people person and have excellent communication skills with people of all types
- You have a desire to serve young and aspiring entrepreneurs
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Sinapis business mentors are individuals who have:
- Success/experience running a business for 3+ years
- Strong background in supporting early-stage entrepreneurs
- Passion for entrepreneurship and a willingness to dedicate time to the growth of idea and early-stage ventures
- Mentors should be based in Northern Uganda or South Sudan
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
You will get the opportunity to:
- Share your own experiences and expertise with other entrepreneurs to support them
- Enhance your problem-solving solving and communication skills
- Gain insights from different business sectors
- Inspire and motivate others, making a lasting impact on a business’s growth
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING
Please only submit your application directly on the Sinapis website portal
You must include a PDF resume and a one-page cover letter that sufficiently addresses the following:
- What motivated you to apply for this opportunity?
- Sinapis has a strong value for discipleship and Kingdom Business principles. How do you or would you integrate faith in your mentorship?
- In your own words, what will make a business mentor in this role successful?
We are excited to read your cover letter. Please note that applications without the required materials will not be considered.
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