Business Manager at Eko Innovation Center

Eko Innovation Center is created to foster the growth and development of start-ups and entrepreneurship in Nigeria. We take them from concept to commercialization.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Manager

Locations: Ikoyi & Gbagada, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

• EIC is an innovation hub and startup accelerator dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs, fostering digital transformation, and driving scalable ventures across Africa. 
• We are seeking a tech-savvy and startup-minded Business Manager to oversee operations, manage strategic initiatives, and provide critical support to the Group CEO.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day hub and accelerator operations to ensure efficiency and alignment with strategic goals.
• Prepare reports, business plans, and investor-facing presentations for the Group CEO and stakeholders.
• Streamline internal workflows and introduce tech-driven solutions for productivity and scalability.
• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Lead or support recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluation of team members.
• Build and manage strong relationships with vendors, partners, regulators, and key ecosystem stakeholders.
• Support the Group CEO in driving and monitoring strategic initiatives across EIC and its portfolio companies.
• Collaborate with startups, mentors, investors, and ecosystem partners to deliver impactful acceleration programs.
• Analyze financial, operational, and program performance data to identify growth opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics, or related field (MBA or advanced certification is an advantage).
• Proven track record of executing strategic projects in fast-paced environments.
• Highly tech-savvy, with proficiency in digital collaboration platforms, project management tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• High level of initiative, adaptability, and problem-solving ability.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in business management, operations, or strategic leadership, preferably within the tech, startup, or innovation ecosystem.
• Strong knowledge of the startup lifecycle, accelerators, incubators, and venture ecosystems.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

How to Apply 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected]  using  “Business Manager – EIC" as the subject of the mail

Application Deadlne 30th October, 2025.