Program Officer - Startup Accelerator

About the role

A proactive and organized Program Officer is sought to support the planning and execution of startup accelerator programs. The role covers coordinating program activities, supporting participating startups, engaging with mentors and partners, and helping startups access markets, partnerships and funding. The position is based in Qatar on a yearly renewable contract.

Key responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of accelerator events, workshops and mentoring sessions.
• Coordinate program logistics, schedules, calendars and stakeholder communications.
• Act as the main point of contact for startups, supporting onboarding and their needs.
• Monitor startup progress, collect feedback and coordinate support to meet program objectives.
• Maintain program documentation, participant records, databases and reports.
• Work with marketing teams on promotions, newsletters and social media content.
• Engage mentors, investors and potential partners to grow the accelerator network.
• Coordinate mentorship activities, including mentor matching, scheduling and feedback collection.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Entrepreneurship, Management or a related field.
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience.
• Genuine interest in startups, innovation, technology entrepreneurship and venture capital.

Required skills

• Excellent Arabic and English communication skills, written and verbal.
• Strong interpersonal, coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.