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.