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The VFA Experience

Whether you're looking for your next challenge or planning a major career move, Venture for Africa gives you a unique opportunity to gain startup experience and local industry knowledge while contributing to meaningful impact at a leading African startup - with the potential for a full-time role.

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ACCESS TO EXPERT MENTORS

VFA mentors have experience in African markets, as well as in the specific roles our startups are looking to fill. These mentors will lead virtual workshops throughout the program and guide fellows during their journey, in an effort to set them up for success.

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EXPERIENCE AT A LEADING AFRICAN STARTUP

Dive in and begin working on deliverables at fast-growing African startups that are hiring now. Our fellows are expected to hit the ground running with specific projects assigned by partner startups from the beginning, while gaining access to senior executives who will provide feedback on their work.

FULL-TIME OPPORTUNITIES

Following the 3-month VFA program, both parties can discuss the potential for a full-time role with our startup partners, and talent will be fast-tracked through ordinary application processes.

How does it work?

How does it work
Get Matched
Get Matched

Apply and get matched with a VFA startup partner in your area of interest.

Get Immersed
Get Immersed

Spend 3 months in this role, during which you will be immersed in the local context, get plugged into the right networks, and get to understand market nuances.

Get Working
Get Working

Work on real project deliverables for your assigned startup while being paid.

Get Hired
Get Hired

While full-time roles are not guaranteed, you are fast-tracked through ordinary application processes for available full-time roles with the startup after the experience.

The Ideal Candidate

Candidate requirements are typically specific to the fellowship position in question, with roles ranging from product to strategy, marketing, growth, strategic finance, and analytics.

 

However, as a general rule of thumb, we look for individuals: 

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with 4+ years of professional experience in any core discipline.

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who are available for 20-25 hours a week for an initial 3 months to work with one of our partner startups.

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who are also keen on/open to transitioning into working with tech startups on the continent full-time.

Does this sound like you?

MEET OUR FELLOWS 

Meet our fellows
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TAKE THE LEAP

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