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THE MILKEN-PENN GSE EDUCATION BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION

Application Deadline: 19 February, 2024

LOCATION: USA

The Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition is considered the most prestigious and well-funded competition of its kind, attracting innovative ideas from around the world. Since 2010, the competition has awarded more than $2 million in cash and prizes.

ELIGIBILITY:

The Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition (EBPC) is open to applicants worldwide addressing educational inequities through innovation.

They welcome education ventures with innovative solutions to educational inequity from around the world, especially those ventures founded by and serving individuals from marginalized and historically underrepresented communities. They encourage applicants working in every conceivable educational setting–from early childhood through corporate and adult training. They also welcome both nonprofit and for-profit submissions.

Finalists get targeted venture development support from a strategic advisor, opportunities for in-person networking with investors and potential customers.

BENEFIT:

Up to $80,000 worth of prizes to be won in these caterogies:

$40,000: Michael & Lori Milken Family Foundation Grand Prize

$25,000: Cognativ Inc. Prize

$10,000: Magnitude Digital Prize

$5,000: Audience Choice Prize presented by Osage Venture Partners

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FIDELITY BANK REGIONAL SME SALES COORDINATOR

LOCATION: Nigeria

Applications are open for the Fidelity Bank Regional SME Sales Coordinator. The aim is to grow SME deposit volume and risk asset volume, whilst ensuring the sustained growth and development of the SME Banking business of the region assigned to him/her.

ELIGIBILITY:

Must possess at least a good bachelor’s degree (minimum of 2.2) or HND (upper credit) in any discipline.

Minimum of 3 years preferably in small business banking and / or commercial or retail banking

Possession of relevant master’s degree and/or other relevant professional qualification(s) is an added advantage.

Demonstrated excellence in marketing and sales skills.

Strong abilities in building relationships and leadership.

Good grasp of the national and territorial operating environment.

In-depth understanding of SMEs, their issues, banking needs, and market segmentation.

Proficiency in market research, business analysis, and product development.

Sound skills in credit analysis and appraisal.

Familiarity with Transactions Banking, related processes, and broader Fidelity offerings.

Evident passion for working with SMEs, coupled with excellent written and oral communication skills.

BENEFIT:

Job Type: Full time

Fidelity Bank recruitment offers a competitive salary package to prospective candidates. The bank salary package also seeks to attract people who can contribute towards meeting its annual revenue aspiration. The candidate will receive a competitive salary depending on their skills, specialization, and performance.

The Fidelity Bank salary package also includes monetary benefits such as bonuses, leave allowances, provident fund contributions, and pension contributions to attract and retain people with the correct professional values and records in the industry.

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