Senior Preincubation Specialist

Qatar UniversityProfile:

Qatar University is the premier national institution of highereducation with a mission to produce well-rounded graduates with academicknowledge of quality and excellence coupled with a keen spirit of volunteerismand civic responsibility. This is underpinned by committed leadership andan experienced and motivated faculty and staff body.

College Profile:

The College of Business and Economics provides a high quality,business education in a collegial, intellectually stimulating, and supportivelearning and working environment. Guided by the university transformationalstrategic plan and committed to innovative curriculum and continuousimprovement, the college offers undergraduate and graduate business programsthat connect theory to practice, promote critical thinking, and engage studentsin active and collaborative learning. The College of Business and Economicsselects and retains a diverse and highly qualified faculty and staff who upholdthe professional standards of their respective area of specialty, consistentwith CBE mission and values thus producing quality applied, basic, andpedagogical scholarship. The College is accredited by the Association toAdvance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

About The Center of Entrepreneurship (CFE):The CFE plays a pivotal role in enhancing Qatar'sentrepreneurial ecosystem through a blend of academic and practicalapplications. By equipping both students and faculty for entrepreneurialsuccess, we engage in practical initiatives with hands-on learning andexperiential opportunities. Our collaborative approach not only complements theinitiatives of other entities within Qatar University but also extends to thebroader community. We support emerging entrepreneurs by providing essentialresources, guidance for developing their ventures, and facilitating connectionswith incubators throughout Qatar. Additionally, we cultivate robustpartnerships within local and international entrepreneurial networks tostrengthen the entrepreneurial landscape. The CFE actively contributes tocreating an environment that nurtures innovation and supports Qatar's ongoingeconomic diversification.

Why join us

• Low teaching load - 1 course per term (3 credit hours)
• Competitive salary and benefits (see below)
• Internationally recognized programs - AACSB accredited
• Qatar University ranks 112 globally in the QS 2024
• Live in a dynamic, ambitious and innovative country - Qatar

About the Position:

The senior preincubation specialist oversees the pre-accelerationprogram and coordinates various entrepreneurial and business educationtrainings, events, and activities within the Center for Entrepreneurship. Thispivotal role supports student entrepreneurs, helping them transform their ideasinto successful business models by providing guidance, resources, and support.The specialist works closely with the Preincubation and EntrepreneurialLearning Units teams to foster a dynamic and supportive environment. They alsobuild and maintain relationships with external partners, including investors,industry professionals, accelerators, and other stakeholders, to enhancenetworking opportunities for student entrepreneurs. Additionally, thespecialist actively organizes and participates in networking events, pitchsessions, and conferences to boost the visibility and success of the center'sentrepreneurial initiatives

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement preincubation programs and workshops to support potentialentrepreneurs.
• Provide one-on-one mentorship to student entrepreneurs to guide their development and success.
• Evaluate and refine program offerings based on feedback and outcomes from participants.
• Connect startups with essential university resources such as labs, equipment, and research facilities.
• Facilitate access to various funding opportunities, includinggrants, competitions, and investor networks.
• Maintain an updated database of mentors, advisors, and industrycontacts to support entrepreneurial activities.
• Build and strengthen relationships with external partners,including investors, accelerators, and industry professionals.
• Organize and oversee networking events, pitch sessions, and demodays to showcase startups and attract stakeholders.
• Monitor and track the progress of participants in preincubationprograms, providing regular reports to the program director.
• Develop and implement metrics to assess the impact and success ofpre-incubation activities, ensuring continuous improvement.

About the Position:

The senior preincubation specialist oversees the pre-accelerationprogram and coordinates various entrepreneurial and business educationtrainings, events, and activities within the Center for Entrepreneurship. Thispivotal role supports student entrepreneurs, helping them transform their ideasinto successful business models by providing guidance, resources, and support.The specialist works closely with the Preincubation and EntrepreneurialLearning Units teams to foster a dynamic and supportive environment. They alsobuild and maintain relationships with external partners, including investors,industry professionals, accelerators, and other stakeholders, to enhancenetworking opportunities for student entrepreneurs. Additionally, thespecialist actively organizes and participates in networking events, pitchsessions, and conferences to boost the visibility and success of the center'sentrepreneurial initiatives

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement preincubation programs and workshops to support potentialentrepreneurs.
• Provide one-on-one mentorship to student entrepreneurs to guide their development and success.
• Evaluate and refine program offerings based on feedback and outcomes from participants.
• Connect startups with essential university resources such as labs, equipment, and research facilities.
• Facilitate access to various funding opportunities, includinggrants, competitions, and investor networks.
• Maintain an updated database of mentors, advisors, and industrycontacts to support entrepreneurial activities.
• Build and strengthen relationships with external partners,including investors, accelerators, and industry professionals.
• Organize and oversee networking events, pitch sessions, and demodays to showcase startups and attract stakeholders.
• Monitor and track the progress of participants in preincubationprograms, providing regular reports to the program director.
• Develop and implement metrics to assess the impact and success ofpre-incubation activities, ensuring continuous improvement.

Non Academic:

Non Academic: