Program and Investment Support Contractor - Portuguese Speaking

Village Capital, a grant-supported 501(c)(3) and a global organization supporting diverse, seed-stage, impact-driven startups, is seeking a Brazil-based contractor for the next 5 months and two weeks to support Village Capital's Innovations in Health Equity LatAm 2024. This accelerator program aims to support ten startups focused on improving healthcare access and quality in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, and Mexico. The ideal contractor should have experience in supporting accelerator/incubator programs, particularly with early-stage companies. It is essential to possess a good understanding of the ecosystem in the LatAm region, with specific knowledge of the local health sector ecosystem in Brazil. Proficiency in English and Portuguese is required, and fluency in Spanish is preferred. **Expectations:** The contractor will be responsible for the following key tasks: **1. Sourcing and Due Diligence:** - Identify and recruit 200 high-potential companies for program participation. - Conduct initial screening and due diligence calls with up to 15 semi-finalist companies. - Assist in creating a database of sourced startups and participate in the selection processes. **2. Development of Deliverables:** - Support the creation of Briefing Books, Company Progress Reports, and the Program Final Report. - Interview companies, fill interview notes, and draft briefing book pages. - Assist in sending company progress reports to investors and drafting the final program report. **3. Mentor Engagement and Database:** - Create a detailed mentor list of healthcare-focused investors and industry leaders. - Identify and source mentors for outreach, noting their focus areas and expertise. - Collaborate with the program team to maintain and clean the mentor sourcing spreadsheet and database. **4. Programmatic Support:** - Assist in designing and implementing the accelerator program. - Update program materials, slides, curriculum overview, and entrepreneur lists. - Coordinate with mentors/investors, upload materials to the classroom setting, and provide technical and organizational support during sessions. - Match companies with mentor needs, manage communications, and facilitate 1:1 financial check-ins. **5. Ongoing Investment Support:** - Conduct ongoing sourcing of Series A-stage companies in LatAm. - Screen new pipeline opportunities, maintain active records, and monitor pipeline companies aligned with the funders" thesis. - Prepare one-page memos to present potential investment opportunities. The contractor will be instrumental in supporting the successful execution of Village Capital's accelerator program, contributing to the growth and development of startups focused on healthcare innovation in Latin America.,