Cofounder Business Development Officer
Location | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of |
Date Posted | May 31, 2025 |
Category | Administration Business Development Management |
Job Type | Full-time |
Currency | TZS |
Description

About the job
Job Opportunity: CEO/Cofounder (International Innovation Competition Project)
Location: Remote
About the Role
We're seeking a visionary CEO or Cofounder with global perspective and entrepreneurial drive to lead our team in the International Talent Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition. You'll spearhead pitch presentations, resource acquisition, and post-competition establishment in places like Hangzhou, with opportunities to win up to 5 million RMB in funding and comprehensive support packages.
Key Responsibilities
- Competition Strategy & Execution
- Develop winning strategies and refine business plans/pitch decks to highlight technological differentiation and market potential
- Lead end-to-end competition participation (preliminary, semi-final, and final rounds), delivering compelling presentations to expert judges
- Resource Mobilization & Market Entry
- Establish connections with Hangzhou government agencies, industrial parks, and VC firms to facilitate company registration and operations
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with competition requirements (e.g., establishing legal entity in Hangzhou within 1 year)
- Global Collaboration
- For international teams: Bridge cultural and operational gaps (contract translation, localization strategies, etc.)
Qualifications
- Professional Background:
- 3+ years in tech startup leadership or executive roles, preferably with successful fundraising/pitching experience
- Interested in Chinese/Asian markets, particularly Hangzhou/Yangtze Delta ecosystem (e-commerce, AI, biotech, etc.)
- Core Competencies:
- Exceptional public speaking and negotiation skills (English preferred)
- Strong technical commercialization acumen with ability to articulate business value
- Preferred Experience:
- Previous international competition awards or cross-border expansion leadership
Competition Benefits
- Funding Opportunities:
- Grand Prize: 5M RMB + 2M R&D grants (no equity requirement)
- Additional tiered awards up to 200K RMB
- Strategic Support:
- Access to Alibaba ecosystem, government incentives, and investor networks
- Complimentary business tours (including subsidized office space and talent housing)
- Global Visibility:
- G20-host city platform with international media and investor exposure