FAST Business Mentor
Quick answer
Inkomoko is hiring a remote, part-time FAST Business Mentor to guide early-stage African entrepreneurs through 6 months of strategic support.
- Role
- FAST Business Mentor
- Organization
- Inkomoko
- Location
- Remote (East & Horn of Africa region focus)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-06-15
The role
Inkomoko is seeking experienced entrepreneurs to serve as Business Mentors for the Mastercard Foundation-supported FAST program. Mentors will provide strategic, one-on-one virtual guidance to early-stage youth founders across East Africa to help them scale their ventures and manage grant funding. This role requires a 6-month commitment of at least 10 hours per week and focuses on fostering inclusive economic growth for young entrepreneurs.
What you'll do
- Conduct one-on-one virtual discovery meetings to assess business health.
- Provide technical advisory on financial management, strategy, and regulatory compliance.
- Facilitate connections between mentees and regional industry experts.
- Develop customized mentorship roadmaps and monthly progress reports.
- Optional participation as a guest speaker for cohort-wide masterclasses.
What it takes
- Demonstrated experience as a founder, co-founder, or leader of an established business.
- Deep familiarity with business regulations and market dynamics in East & Horn of Africa.
- Fluency in English; proficiency in regional languages is a major asset.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse and marginalized populations.
- Reliable remote infrastructure including stable internet and hardware.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven social enterprise, a collaborative and inclusive company culture, and exposure to a diverse network of African entrepreneurs.
Frequently asked questions
Is this job located in a specific office?
This is a 100% remote role, allowing you to work from anywhere provided you have stable internet and the necessary hardware for virtual meetings.
What is the expected time commitment?
This is a part-time consultancy role requiring a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week over a 6-month period.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates should submit their CV along with a statement of motivation highlighting their youth coaching experience and a brief profile of their current enterprise by June 15, 2026.
What kind of background are you looking for in a mentor?
We are looking for established entrepreneurs who have personal experience building and scaling a business and who are passionate about mentoring young, emerging leaders.
How to apply
Apply directly on Inkomoko's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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