Are you passionate about sustainability and social innovation? Do you want to lead a project that promotes innovative waste management solutions and drives environmental impact? Join us! Position: Project Lead Location: Karachi About the Project: An exciting competition designed to support idea-stage and growth-stage enterprises tackling waste management challenges with innovative solutions. This foundational objective aims to create a robust and supportive environment for sustainable practices across various industries. As the Project Lead, you will oversee all phases of the initiative, from managing the application process to planning the final pitch event, working closely with stakeholders and engaging global sustainability experts. Key Responsibilities: * Lead the initiative's execution, ensuring project goals and timelines are met * Manage the application process and provide support to participants * Set up and engage with the advisory board, organizing webinars and mentoring sessions * Oversee the acceleration programme and coordinate regular check-ins with participants * Plan and execute the final pitch competition Ideal Candidate Should Have: * 3-5 years of experience in project management, preferably in sustainability or social innovation * Excellent communication and leadership skills * Strong stakeholder management and event planning experience * Knowledge of waste management and environmental impact is a plus If you’re ready to make an impact and lead a dynamic project, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and be part of the change: https://lnkd.in/dW6pHNpg Deadline: 30th September 2024 #SEEDVentures #JobOpening #Sustainability #Hiring #ProjectLead #ProgrammeManager #HireMe #Jobs #WeAreHiring #Karachi #KarachiJobs #WasteManagement Ayesha Zuberi
SEED Ventures
Civic and Social Organizations
Karachi, Sindh 7,709 followers
Creating inclusive economic prosperity
About us
SEED Ventures (Social, Entrepreneurship, and Equity Development) was established in 2009. We are social impact ecosystem developers and impact investors. Our work is dedicated to nurturing an ecosystem where social entrepreneurs can thrive, and the social impact of traditional entrepreneurship can be enhanced and scaled. We work with the public, development, and private sector organisations to develop financial mechanisms that maximize impact creation. We want to alleviate socio-economic challenges by building the next generation of change-makers; empower youth and women; and include and embrace the excluded. For each of our portfolios, we have developed solutions using a four-lensed framework ensuring there is transformational change at an individual, community, institutional, and systemic level. We create enabling ecosystems through research, policy advocacy, developing entrepreneurial capacity, encouraging innovation, linking to markets, and creating access to finance through fund management and impact investment.
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http://www.seedventures.org
External link for SEED Ventures
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Karachi, Sindh
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2009
- Specialties
- Social impact ecosystem development, Impact investment, Corporate impact venturing, Grant management, Enterprise development, Curriculum development, Mentoring, Financial Inclusion, and Market Linkage
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RunnyMede Road
D206, Block 5, Old Clifton
Karachi, Sindh Sindh, PK
Employees at SEED Ventures
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Faraz Khan MBE
CEO & Partner @ SpectrEco | Sustainability & ESG transitions through technology , Data & advisory
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Mohammad Ali
Director Creative at Seed Ventures
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Shaista Ayesha
Chief Executive Officer at SEED Ventures
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Warisha Atiq
Service-based Entrepreneur| Project Manager | Women Deliver Young Leader.
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Women striving for leadership roles face extraordinary challenges, balancing multiple responsibilities and societal expectations while demonstrating remarkable resilience. With less room for failure and high stakes, the journey demands unwavering determination. In this VCast Online clip, our CEO Shaista Ayesha sheds light on these critical issues, offering powerful insights into overcoming barriers and leading with strength and resolve. #SEEDVentures #WomenInLeadership #VCast #EmpoweringWomen #WomenEmpowerment #Leadership #BreakingBarriers
"As women leaders, we're trying to prove ourselves to ourselves, to our families, to our children and to everybody outside that we can wear all these multiple hats and still score a hundred on hundred and it can become very, very tough." Shaista Ayesha, CEO of SEED Ventures, shares her thoughts on the expectations and obstacles women have to go through to reach a leadership position in an organization. - #proving #position #obstacles #women #leadership #Pakistan
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The second Stakeholder Engagement Session of the DELTA Acceleration Programme brought together microentrepreneurs from Karachi and Lahore (via Zoom) to share their inspiring journeys and challenges. Our finance experts offered invaluable advice on tackling fundraising and financial management, empowering entrepreneurs to drive sustainable growth. With support from the Citi Foundation through the British Asian Trust, SEED Ventures continues to bridge the gap between microenterprises and industry leaders, creating pathways for success and economic impact across Pakistan. For details, visit: https://seedventures.org/ #SEEDVentures #DELTAAccelerationProgramme #MicroenterpriseGrowth #StakeholderEngagement #Entrepreneurship #CitiFoundation #BritishAsianTrust
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SEED Ventures is thrilled to share that our CEO Ms. Shaista Ayesha was part of the esteemed jury panel at the National Finale for 'She Loves Tech 2024' curated by the CIRCLE Women Association. Sponsored by HugoBank, the event brought together incredible female entrepreneurs driving change in the tech industry. The finale, held at Unilever HQ, featured 8 women-led startups competing against each other, with two emerging winners. We congratulate KangarooCare AI and AgriGel for their well-deserved victory and thank the CIRCLE Women Association for hosting this exciting event! #SEEDVentures #SheLovesTech #SLT2024 #WomenInTech #CircleWomen #Unilever #HugoBank
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We are thrilled to share that the second Stakeholder Engagement Session under the DELTA Acceleration Programme was a resounding success! This impactful session, held at the Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development (ICCD), bridged the gap between micro-entrepreneurs and key industry stakeholders. Through insightful discussions on financial management and fundraising, participants gained actionable advice directly from experts. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with attendees praising the session for creating a unique platform that not only identified challenges but also unlocked new funding opportunities. Supported by the Citi Foundation through the British Asian Trust, DELTA remains committed to empowering microenterprises with the tools they need to scale and succeed. For more on our mission visit: https://seedventures.org #SEEDVentures #DELTAAccelerationProgramme #Entrepreneurship #MicroenterpriseEmpowerment #StakeholderEngagement #FinanceForGrowth #Networking #Fundraising #BritishAsianTrust #CitiFoundation
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Happening Now: DELTA Acceleration Programme Stakeholder Engagement Session II at the Islamic Chamber of Commerce & Development. Supported by the Citi Foundation through the British Asian Trust, this session on finance and fundraising for microenterprises aims to empower students under the DELTA Acceleration Programme by providing them with the platform to attain invaluable knowledge on prospects and opportunities directly from industry experts. https://lnkd.in/dZVXRTp8 #SEEDVentures #DAP #DELTAEngagement #MicroenterpriseGrowth #DELTAAccelerationProgramme #BritishAsianTrust #CitiFoundation British Asian Trust Citi Falak Jawahir Shaista Ayesha Maha Salman Qurat Ul Ain Khan Tehreem Mahboob Alam
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We are thrilled to introduce our expert panel for the DELTA Acceleration Programme’s Stakeholder Engagement Session II. These industry leaders will share their expertise on finance and fundraising, providing invaluable insights for microenterprises. Representatives from Pak Brunei, Meezan Bank, JS Bank, and more will be joining us! Stay tuned for more. #SEEDVentures #DAP #DELTAEngagement #MicroenterpriseGrowth #DELTAAccelerationProgramme #BritishAsianTrust #CitiFoundation #ExpertPanel #FinanceChallenges #MicroenterpriseGrowth
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On this International Literacy Day, SEED Ventures proudly celebrates the transformative power of education through our Imarah project. Imarah continues to economically empower the women of Karachi's Mehran Town by providing primary education, IT skills, and entrepreneurial training. With knowledge as their foundation, these women are confidently shaping their own career paths and uplifting their communities. Discover more about our work at: https://lnkd.in/gfxAx5Bz #SEEDVentures #Imarah #InternationalLiteracyDay #LiteracyMatters #EmpowerCommunities #CelebrateLiteracy #Karachi
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Microenterprises are the backbone of Pakistan's economy, but they often struggle with accessing the finance and funds needed for growth. In our upcoming Stakeholder Engagement Session, we'll tackle these challenges head-on, with insights from industry experts and real-world experiences from microenterprise leaders. Get ready to dive deep into discussions on financial management, fundraising strategies, and much more! #SEEDVentures #DAP #DELTAEngagement #MicroenterpriseGrowth #DELTAAccelerationProgramme #BritishAsianTrust #CitiFoundation British Asian Trust Citi The Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development (ICCD)
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SEED Ventures is excited to announce the second Stakeholder Engagement Session of the DELTA Acceleration Programme! This session will focus on critical finance and fundraising challenges faced by microenterprises in Pakistan. Join us as we bring together industry leaders, financial experts, and microenterprise participants for a collaborative discussion on shaping the future of microenterprise. 📅 Date: 10th September 2024 📍 Venue: Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development (ICCD) Let’s work together to unlock new opportunities for growth and sustainability! #SEEDVentures #DAP #DELTAEngagement #MicroenterpriseGrowth #DELTAAccelerationProgramme #BritishAsianTrust #CitiFoundation British Asian Trust Citi The Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development (ICCD)
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