Call for applications: 2020 Hub@Goethe mentorship programme in SA

Hub @ Goethe is an intensive mentorship programme for cultural and social startups, which takes entrepreneurs on a journey of developing the foundation of their companies. The programme is set in an open, dynamic and creative space at Goethe-Institut South Africa.

The call is open to all creatives, innovators, space makers, game changers and developers from all countries with projects centred on cultural and social impact. Candidates must be based in Johannesburg for the duration of the programme.

Hub @ Goethe will provide the following:

• Entrepreneur support and development including one-on-one and group mentorship, masterclasses, workshops, business coaching and strength building by top business leaders and coaches in our ecosystem.
• Community management – members will be part of a vast network of like-minded creative entrepreneurs ready to exchange ideas and collaborate on projects.
• Fully equipped workspace – accessible six days a week with a boardroom table, flat screen, lounge area and unlimited internet connection.
• Gamebox – Members are invited to make use of the analogue and digital games available in the library.
• Library – Members will receive free library membership providing access to diverse on- and offline reading material.

Eligibility

• Only entrepreneurs running startup ventures that are cultural or have a strong social dimension can apply.
• Your business should be in the ideation and validation phase.
• Should have a turnover of less than R120 000 annually.
• Your business should be registered or formalised in some manner.
• Entrepreneurs must be above the age of 18 and eligible to work in the Republic of South Africa, should they not be citizens of the country.

Interested applicants can apply here.

The application deadline is 7 February.

Selection process

• Shortlisted candidates will be notified between 17 and 21 February, and invited for an interview.
• Interviews will take place from 24 to 27 February. The interview will include a maximum five-minute pitch on the candidate’s startup.
• Successful candidates will be notified between 2 and 6 March.

Timeline

• Orientation week for the chosen hubbers will be held from 23 to 27 March.
• The fourth cycle of Hub @ Goethe will commence on 1 April.

For more information, email Sibongile Msimango at [email protected].

View original call here.