About the Role
Key Responsibilities:
Program Strategy & Development: Lead the design and continuous improvement of engaging, milestone-based curricula for custom undergraduate and MBA programs, and oversee the integration of partner university content.
"Launch-a-Startup" Track Leadership: Ensure the effective administration and success of the core 15-month "launch-a-startup" track, including processes for vetting student startup ideas, managing pre-seed funding disbursements, and overseeing ongoing technical/business support.
University Partnerships: Actively seek, develop, and manage relationships with Partner Universities for accreditation of custom programs and for hosting partner programs on the TrailblzrGO platform.
Mentorship Network Development: Build and nurture a robust global network of mentors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts for the startup tracks, ensuring effective mentor-student matching.
Operational Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the education arm, including technology stack (LMS, payment processing), student support, and travel logistics for global study trips.
Student Recruitment & Admissions: Collaborate on marketing strategies to attract target audiences (high school graduates, working professionals, career changers) and refine admissions processes, including assessing entrepreneurial aptitude.
Team Leadership: Build and manage a high-performing team of educators, program managers, and student support specialists.
Thought Leadership: Represent TrailblzrGO Education at industry events and contribute to thought leadership around innovative entrepreneurial pedagogy.
Requirements
Proven experience (5+ years) in designing, launching, and managing online educational programs, preferably in entrepreneurship, business, or technology.
Strong understanding of venture building, startup ecosystems, and the needs of aspiring entrepreneurs.
Experience in forging and managing academic partnerships with universities.
Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills.
Ability to adapt to a lean, fast-paced, and globally-focused environment.
A passion for fostering entrepreneurial talent with a "Think local, disrupt global!" mindset.
Master's degree in Business, Education, or a related field preferred.
About the Company
TrailblzrGO Venture Studio is a US-based entity empowering early-stage African startups and immigrant-led ventures through our integrated ecosystem. Our innovative TrailblzrGO Education arm offers formal undergraduate and MBA degrees featuring an embedded 15-month "launch-a-startup" track with pre-seed funding and technical support.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a visionary and experienced Head of Education Programs to lead the strategic development, operational execution, and growth of our unique educational offerings. This role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, impactful entrepreneurial education that seamlessly integrates formal learning with real-world venture creation.