ABOUT ALU
At the African Leadership University (ALU), we're more than just an institution—we're a catalyst for transformation. Our mission is to develop a new generation of ethical and entrepreneurial leaders who will shape Africa's future. Through our innovative curriculum, focus on experiential learning, and vibrant pan-African community, we empower students to become changemakers, problem-solvers, and innovators. At ALU, we're not just teaching; we're nurturing the leaders who will drive Africa's progress and prosperity in the 21st century.
We are dedicated to fostering an open yet secure environment, balancing the safety of students, staff, and visitors with respect for individual rights, and safeguarding responsibilities.
HOW WE WORK
The ALU Team works in starkly different ways to traditional academic bureaucracies. We approach education from first principles, empower individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and work closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.
The African Leadership University is committed to ensuring the safety and Well-being of all students under our care. As part of this commitment , we have a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place , which outlines our Zero-tolerance approach to any violation of safeguarding.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Professor of Business and Entrepreneurship will lead and shape our Business Programs at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels across our campuses. This role is pivotal in ensuring our programs remain globally relevant, academically rigorous, and deeply entrepreneurial. The Professor will ensure that we deliver world-class curricula (working closely with the Product Team), guide research, and mentor students, with the ultimate goal of enabling them to move from concepts to ventures that attract funding and create measurable impact.
In addition to academic leadership, this role will serve as a strategic driver of the institution’s mission to develop ethical entrepreneurs by integrating entrepreneurial practice into teaching, forging strong partnerships with external stakeholders, and ensuring that our programs stay at the cutting edge of business education.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the delivery, and continuous improvement of undergraduate and postgraduate business programs to ensure domain relevance and global competitiveness.
- Drive the institution’s mandate of creating 3 million ethical entrepreneurs by embedding entrepreneurship practice and venture creation at the core of teaching and learning.
- Serve as a senior faculty member, delivering high-impact postgraduate and business courses aligned with industry trends and institutional priorities.
- Mentor and supervise students and faculty in areas of business, innovation, and entrepreneurship, supporting the development of real ventures and startups.
- Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships with industry leaders, investors, incubators, and accelerators to provide students with funding opportunities, networks, and applied learning.
- Conduct and publish high-quality research in business and entrepreneurship that contributes to both academic thought leadership and practical entrepreneurial ecosystems.
- Provide academic leadership and faculty development within the business programs, ensuring teaching excellence and a student-centered learning culture.
- Represent the institution in global forums, conferences, and networks to enhance its reputation in entrepreneurship education.
- Champion the values of ethics, inclusivity, and social responsibility in business education and practice.
Ensure the safety and well-being of all young persons and vulnerable adults with whom we deal, by adhering to ALCHE’s comprehensive safeguarding policy, maintaining a zero-tolerance approach to any violations of safeguarding standards.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- 10+ years of academic and/or industry experience in business, management, or entrepreneurship, with a strong track record of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Proven experience in building or scaling entrepreneurial ventures, or in actively supporting entrepreneurs through incubation, acceleration, or investment platforms.
- Demonstrated success in curriculum development and academic leadership within a business or entrepreneurship program.
- Evidence of published research in business, management, or entrepreneurship in reputable academic journals and/or influential thought leadership contributions.
- Experience working in or with diverse, global, and multicultural settings, ideally in emerging markets.
- Track record of partnership development with industry, investors, and external stakeholders.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Functional Skills
- Ability to design and deliver innovative curricula that balance academic rigor with real-world entrepreneurial practice.
- Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to publish and translate findings into practice.
- Expertise in venture creation, funding, and scaling businesses, particularly in emerging markets.
- Capacity to build industry partnerships and connect students with real entrepreneurial ecosystems.
- Effective program leadership, including faculty development and cross-campus coordination.
Soft Skills / Leadership Competencies (ALU Archetype)
- Visionary Thinking: Ability to anticipate future trends and position the institution’s programs at the forefront of global business education.
- Entrepreneurial Mindset: Innovative, resourceful, and driven to turn ideas into action.
- Ethical Leadership: Role model in integrity, accountability, and socially responsible business practices.
- Collaboration & Influence: Skilled at building networks and partnerships across cultures and disciplines.
- Student-Centered Approach: Committed to mentoring and inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs.
- Resilience & Agility: Able to navigate ambiguity and adapt in a rapidly changing global environment.