ITM AFRICA LTD, a world leading HR Services provider is recruiting a Skills Development Administrative Officer on behalf of UVU BIO.
- Assist with business support activities for the business incubator and open-access laboratory services business units.
- Assist with the routing of contracts and other project documentation to relevant UVU Bio Staff.
- Provide effective team support, assistance and communication to team members to ensure a smooth flow of operational activities and information and effective collaboration between different parties.
- Undertake administration tasks as required to ensure the effective delivery of projects.
- Participate in periodic training and professional development initiatives including Occupational Health and Safety training.
- Ensure compliance with data integrity, privacy, and compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
- Coordinate client engagement for business incubator and open-access laboratory business units.
- Assist the ED manager with monitoring business development strategy KPIs in Kigali
- Assist in gathering feedback from entrepreneurs and stakeholders to continuously improve incubator programs and services.
- Support outreach and promotional activities for events, including creating and distributing marketing materials, managing event registrations, and communicating with attendees.
- Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of events, including pitch competitions, workshops, networking events, and training sessions.
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing timely communication and updates on activities, meetings, and program progress
- Work closely with the ED Manager and ED Coordinator to identify, assess, and recruit promising startups for the incubator program.
- Support the preparation of proposals, presentations, and documents such meeting minutes related to business development initiatives.
- Provide administrative assistance to the Enterprise Development (ED) Manager and ED Coordinator, including scheduling meetings, organizing documentation, preparing reports, and maintaining databases.
- YOU WILL BE AN IDEAL CANDIDATE IF YOU POSSESS THE FOLLOWING PROFFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s or Honours degree in a relevant bioeconomy field (e.g., Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or Business-related disciplines).
- 2-3 years’ experience in a similar or related field
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda.
- Strong networking and interpersonal skills to manage relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks with tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic digital tools (Zoom, Google Workspace).
- Familiarity with the startup ecosystem, entrepreneurship challenges, and incubator/accelerator models.
- Excellent organizational and coordination skills
- Experience in planning and organizing events, interviews, meetings etc.
- Ability to check documents and keep efficient records.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and to take initiative.
- Self-starter able to work independently and using own initiative and judgment
- Strong organizational and administrative skills with attention to detail.
- Open and reflective
- Strong interest in entrepreneurship and innovation.
- Problem-solving mindset and ability to adapt to evolving needs.
- Proactive, self-driven, and able to work independently.
- Strong work ethic
- Able to work in a methodical and structured way
- Agile and Flexible
- Willing and able to get involved in multiple activities/projects
- Enthusiastic, optimistic
- Helpful, friendly, approachable
- High degree of responsibility and accountability
- Exceptional communication skills

























