ZOLA & ASSOCIATES SARL recruits 2 to 3 Coach Trainers to support the launch of the Hybrid Program in Responsible Entrepreneurship (IRE-E) in Benin. Deadline for applications: September 11, 2026 at midnight.
The Hybrid Programme in Responsible Entrepreneurship (IRE-E) is an integrated support system, combining online and face-to-face training, aimed at entrepreneurs and project holders. It is based in particular on: 8 hybrid training modules – 28 hours, use of digital tools and progressive integration of artificial intelligence, face-to-face training and entrepreneurial bootcamps, individual and collective mentoring, IRE-E diagnosis and scoring on 100 points and 5 pillars, tax citizenship module in partnership with DGID Benin, orientation towards funding partners, structured post-financing monitoring over 12 months. Benin pilot: 100 entrepreneurs and project leaders, 40% of women beneficiaries. Duration: 12 months. Institutional partners of the programme: ADPME
Main duties
Training & Pedagogy : Facilitate online and face-to-face training sessions; Facilitate the 8 modules of the course on the IRE-E digital platform; Organize and co-host entrepreneurial bootcamps; Accompany the participants in the implementation of the achievements.
Coaching & mentoring : Conduct individual IRE-E diagnostics; Examine the consistency of evidence submitted by participants; Provide individual and group mentoring; Develop personalized improvement plans with contractors.
Immersion and networking : Identify, where necessary, host companies; Facilitate field visits and immersions; Mobilize a network of mentors and industry experts.
Tax citizenship : Facilitate the module dedicated to tax citizenship; Raise entrepreneurs’ awareness of tax formalization and compliance; Accompany the referral to the relevant DGID facilities and services; Explain the link between compliance, structuring and access to finance.
Financing and bankability : Accompany entrepreneurs in the preparation of their financing files; Preparing them for exchanges with financial institutions; Refer companies with an appropriate level of maturity to funding partners.
Post-financing monitoring : Participate in the monitoring of companies after financing; Contribute to periodic evaluations; Analyze performance indicators; Contribute to the reporting and impact report of the program.
Candidate profile
The candidate should ideally have: Higher education in entrepreneurship, management, finance, management or related field; Proven experience in supporting entrepreneurs, SMEs or startups; Experience in training, coaching or consulting; Good understanding of SME financing issues in West Africa; Excellent ease with digital tools and online training platforms; Interest in the responsible use of artificial intelligence tools; Ability to work with entrepreneurs in the field; Availability for travel in Benin.
Appreciated assets : Experience with women entrepreneurs or young entrepreneurs; Network with financial institutions or support structures in Benin; Knowledge of SME taxation and formalization procedures; Experience in the preparation of funding files; Experience in entrepreneurial coaching.
Training and certification IRE-E
Selected candidates will benefit from an intensive training of IRE-E Coaches focusing on: the IRE-E methodology; the 5 pillars and scoring system; the 8 modules of the course; the use of the IRE-E digital platform; coaching and mentoring methods; the evidence system and follow-up of entrepreneurs; the responsible use of artificial intelligence tools. Upon completion of the training and subject to successful completion of the planned evaluation, participants will be able to obtain the IRE-E Coach-Trainer certification issued by ZOLA & ASSOCIÉS SARL. Certified trainers will be able to gradually integrate the IRE-E Coach Trainer Network and be mobilized as part of future program deployments.
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