Program Assistant

Job Description

<strong>Our Mission</strong><p><br></p>We uplift people and economies around the world through entrepreneurship.<p><br></p><strong>Who We Are</strong><p><br></p>500 Global is a venture capital firm with $2.7B in assets under management that invests in founders building fast-growing technology companies. We focus on markets where technology, innovation, and capital can unlock long-term value and drive economic growth. We work closely with key stakeholders and advise governments and corporations on how best to support entrepreneurial ecosystems so startups can thrive. 500 Global has backed over 5,000 founders representing more than 2,700 companies operating in 81 countries. We have invested in 49 companies valued at over $1 billion and 150+ companies valued at over $100 million (including private, public, and exited companies). Our 180+ team members are located in 27 countries and bring experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators from some of the world’s leading technology companies.<p><br></p><strong>What We Need</strong><p><br></p>We are looking for an amazing individual to join our 500 MENA Seed Accelerator team as a Program Assistant. You will report to the Head of MENA Accelerator Program.<p><br></p><strong>Who You Are</strong><p><br></p>You are the most organized person you know! You are tech-savvy and a great communicator, and understand how to navigate between multiple stakeholder needs. You are also driven, smart, and humble, and are excited at the prospect of joining our #500STRONG family and helping us execute our vision to build thriving tech ecosystems around the world – and especially in MENA!<p><br></p><strong>What you will be doing:</strong><p><br></p><ul><li>Coordinate and oversee day-to-day logistics, at instruction from the team.</li><li>Understands how to navigate between multiple stakeholder needs. </li><li>Plan and execute virtual and in-person social events for the batch. </li><li>Update internal documents and tools for regular reporting and visibility. </li><li>Assist in note-taking, saving files, and keeping the team organized at all times. </li><li>Support the Program Manager and the team in all aspects of the program. </li><li>Support the VIsa issuance process for staff, founders, and partners with the Ministry of Investment ( from receiving the request all the way to making sure that founders have landed in Saudi). </li><li>Assist the company with tasks set out by various teams, such as research, data capturing, and working closely with different team members to learn more about the company.</li><li>Fulfilling tasks set out by supervisors from several departments.</li><li>Attending meetings and taking minutes. </li><li>Manage the full experience of mentors and founders on the ground</li><li>Please keep in mind this list is not all-inclusive and you may be asked to perform other job functions not otherwise listed.</li></ul><p><br></p><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong><p><br></p><ul><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Arabic</li><li>Have a problem-solving mindset and initiation to resolve any situation faced</li><li>Be one of the most organized people you know</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail</li><li>Capability to learn &amp; adapt quickly</li><li>Self-starter &amp; prioritize to get tasks done efficiently</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment under pressure</li><li>Global and cultural awareness, be excited about working in a diverse environment with different types of people from around the world speaking different languages</li><li>Work authorization in KSA</li></ul><p><br></p><strong>Nice to have:</strong><p><br></p><ul><li>Experience working internationally </li><li>Familiarity with cross-cultural business</li><li>Experience coordinating large-scale events</li><li>Experience within the startup ecosystem</li></ul><p><br></p>500 Global does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.<p><br></p>500 Global collects and processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws. If you are a European Job Applicant see the privacy notice for further details. If you are a California Job Applicant see the privacy notice for further details.