• Application Deadline:
• Position: Executive Fellowship - Strategy and Operations


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Data Science / Research 
  

About the role

• As a Strategy and Operations Executive Fellow at Klasha, you will join a highly effective team and play a key role in shaping our offerings.


• This fellowship is best suited for an individual with an MBA or background in management consulting. 


• We're a Seed-stage startup, so ideally you'd be comfortable wearing multiple hats.


• We're learning quickly, shipping regularly, and working cross-functionally to build the future of commerce in Africa.


• You'll join a mission-led team that cares deeply about connecting Africa with the global economy. 

Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior leaders to develop and implement effective strategies that drive growth and improve operations


• Conduct research and analyse data to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions


• Participate in high-level meetings and contribute to discussions on key initiatives and projects


• Act as a thought partner, providing insights and recommendations on complex business issues


• Support the development of key metrics and KPIs to measure the success of initiatives and identify areas for improvement


• Work on building statistical or financial models  

Requirements

• Masters degree in a related field e.g. computer science, entrepreneurship, 


• Background in early-stage startups, venture building or management consulting 


• Strong analytical skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously


• Proven track record of taking initiative and delivering results


• Experience with project management and driving cross-functional initiatives


• Passion for startup culture and a desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment

Key Competencies

• Good understanding of financial and operating models. 


• Excited about what we’re building! A passion for entrepreneurship, creating an innovative product, and empathising with and supporting our customers is essential 


• First Principle thinking 


• Understanding of Product 


• Some understanding of software development life cycle.


• Founder mentality and entrepreneurial spirit


• High data literacy, a pragmatic approach, and excellent Excel/Google Sheets/SQL skills


• Knowledge of SQL. or Big Query 


• Extraordinarily good communication skills and flawless written English

Benefits

People are the heart of our business, so we prioritise welfare and offer a wide range of competitive benefits including but not limited to:

• All the latest technology you need to do your role.


• Employee stock option scheme.


• Private health insurance.


• Mental health wellness benefits; Headspace app subscription and Spill mental health support.


• Budget for French language classes.


• One-time home office set-up allowance.


• Work-from-anywhere weeks; work from anywhere for three weeks in a year.


• Paid birthday day off.


• Team building events.


• Paid parental leave.


• Learning and development budget.