Call for Applications: Jasiri Talent Investor Program for East African Entrepreneurs
- For citizens of Ethiopia, Kenya, or Rwanda residing in the respective country or diaspora.
The Jasiri Talent Investor prioritizes and invests in individuals over corporations, teams, or ideas. The program mentors selected Jasiri Fellows through the entire venture formation process, from ideation through business formalization.
We are looking for highly motivated individuals with a track record of success and/or entrepreneurial action who want to create a high-growth enterprise.
Description of the Ideal Candidate
>You are driven and committed to building an innovative high-growth venture from scratch.
> You have a demonstrable history of achievement and entrepreneurial action, which means:
> You are able to identify opportunities and gaps in a sector of interest.
> You have a history of achievement and evidence of impact wherever you have focused your attention.
> You have significant insights and expertise in a field or industry.
> You are a team player and are excited to meet equally ambitious co-founders.
> You are a citizen of Ethiopia, Kenya, or Rwanda residing in the respective country or diaspora.
> You commit to fully and actively participate in the Talent Investor Program for 14 months including 3 months Residential Intensive in Rwanda.
Important Note:
- Women entrepreneurs are highly encouraged to apply.
- Candidates living in the diaspora are also encouraged to apply.
- The Jasiri Talent Investor program includes a mandatory 3-months residential intensive in Bugesera, Rwanda.
Selection Process
Step 1: Complete and submit your application
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
Step 2: Complete the entrepreneurial intentions assessment within 7 days
Successful applicants will move to the next stage i.e receive an innovation scenario assessment link.
Step 3: Complete the innovation scenario assessment and submit a pitch video
Successful applicants will move to the next stage i.e receive a Psychometric test link.
Step 4: Take the JASIRI Psychometric Test
Successful applicants who will make it through the Psychometric Test will move to the next stage i.e Selection Conference.
Step 5: Attend the Selection Conference
Final Step: Announcement of the selected Fellows.
Selected candidates shall be notified of their admission into the program after the Selection Conference.
Application Deadline – April 23, 2023
Apply here
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