We uplift people and economies around the world through entrepreneurship.
500 Global is a venture capital firm that invests early 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 6,000 founders representing more than 2,500 companies operating in 77 countries. Our portfolio includes 41 companies valued at over $1 billion and 125 companies valued at over $100 million. Our 140+ plus team members are located in more than 15 countries and bring experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators from some of the world’s leading technology companies.
We’re looking for a Marketing and Events Lead to support our local programs in Egypt through marketing and events. Your role is key to the success of our programs and the development of the startup ecosystem in the Egypt/MENA region.
You will be responsible for building and launching marketing campaigns by utilizing your lead generation, social media and email marketing skills, and events/roadshows to attract quality startups. You will get to flex your creative muscle to drive brand awareness for our programs through which we help Egyptian founders realize their visions. You will also lead all the community building activities through events and other digital campaigns to continuously engage our founders and ecosystem. Your contribution matters as you will be doing your part to support visionary founders who want to change the world.
The ideal candidate is passionate about marketing and community outreach with experience in event marketing and coordination. You are a strong communicator, encouraging, and can take feedback well, with the ability to develop, track, and optimize campaigns in collaboration with other team members.
You will report directly to Head of Operations, Egypt, and functionally reporting to the Global Campaigns Lead, and work closely with a globally distributed team from more than 27 countries. Our team members have experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators. At 500 Global, we have a founders first mentality and are committed to founders’ success and we expect to work with someone who shares our passion and commitment.
This is a one-year contract position with the potential to renew.
Core responsibilities include:
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