OPPORTUNITY AT YOUNG AFRICA INNOVATES (YAI)
OPPORTUNITY AT YOUNG AFRICA INNOVATES (YAI)
Facilitators, Mentors and Industry Experts Wanted
Young Africa Innovates, supported by the Mastercard Foundation and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is inviting experienced professionals to express interest in supporting Cohort 2 innovators as they develop, test, and scale their businesses.
AVAILABLE ROLES
- FACILITATORS
Duration: 2 months
Responsibilities include guiding innovators through human-centred design and community user research, conducting practical workshops on rapid prototyping and minimum viable product (MVP) testing, and helping participants develop commercially viable solutions that respond to market needs.
- MENTORS
Duration: 8 months, on a staggered basis
Mentors will provide ongoing guidance to entrepreneurs, help founders set weekly goals, monitor progress, solve challenges, maintain accountability, and prepare for the next stages of the programme.
- INDUSTRY EXPERTS
Duration: 8 months, on a staggered basis
Industry experts will provide specialised technical, regulatory, financial, and sector-specific guidance to help innovators address business challenges, develop sustainable ventures, meet community needs, and contribute to job creation.
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
Experienced professionals with relevant expertise, practical industry knowledge, and the capacity to support early-stage entrepreneurs are encouraged to apply.
Applicants should carefully review each role and select the category that best matches their experience, expertise, and availability.
REMUNERATION
The announcement does not specify remuneration. Applicants should confirm the engagement terms directly with the programme organisers.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested professionals should submit their expression of interest through the official portal:
Applicants can save their progress and return later. Ensure all information is accurate before submitting the completed form.
