Application Guide

How to Apply for Operations Manager

at Talentsafari

🏢 About Talentsafari

Included VC is a groundbreaking global Fellowship that actively builds diversity in venture capital by offering fully-funded, world-class training to underrepresented individuals. Since 2019, it has graduated over 200 Fellows from 150+ nationalities, placing 150+ into investor roles, making it a unique mission-driven organization reshaping the investment ecosystem.

About This Role

As Operations Manager, you will orchestrate the seamless delivery of the Fellowship programs, managing logistics, participant experience, and operational workflows. Your work directly impacts the success of diverse talent entering VC, ensuring efficient execution of cohorts and events across global time zones.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a standup with the global team across time zones, reviewing cohort milestones and troubleshooting participant issues. You’ll likely spend time updating the CRM, coordinating with speakers for upcoming sessions, and running reports on program metrics, all while ensuring a smooth experience for Fellows from diverse backgrounds.

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🎯 Who Talentsafari Is Looking For

  • Experienced in operations or program management, ideally within a remote, global, and fast-paced startup or nonprofit environment.
  • Highly organized with a knack for creating and optimizing systems, from CRM management to event logistics and participant communication.
  • Passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a deep understanding of the barriers underrepresented groups face in venture capital.
  • Excellent communicator, able to coordinate across multiple time zones and cultures, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

📝 Tips for Applying to Talentsafari

1

Highlight any experience with global cohorts, remote program delivery, or managing participants from diverse backgrounds.

2

Demonstrate your alignment with Included VC’s mission by mentioning specific DEI initiatives you’ve been involved in or understand deeply.

3

Showcase your ability to scale operations—mention if you’ve helped grow a program from small to large or managed multiple cohorts simultaneously.

4

Tailor your resume to emphasize operational metrics (e.g., number of participants, event success rates, process improvements) rather than just responsibilities.

5

In your cover letter, explain why you specifically want to work for Included VC, not just any operations role—reference their impact stats or Africa expansion.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your passion for increasing diversity in venture capital and understanding of underrepresented communities.', 'Concrete examples of how you’ve improved operational efficiency or managed complex logistics in a remote, global context.', 'Your ability to work autonomously and adapt to a fast-changing, mission-driven environment.', 'Specific ideas or suggestions for how you could enhance the Fellowship participant experience or streamline operations.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Included VC’s website and blog to understand their Fellowship structure, values, and recent Africa cohort launch.
  • → Read about their impact metrics (e.g., 70% job placement rate) and how they measure success.
  • → Look up their team on LinkedIn to understand the culture and see if any current Operations Managers share their background.
  • → Explore news articles or podcasts featuring Included VC founders to grasp their vision and challenges.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you manage onboarding for 60+ Fellows across multiple time zones with limited resources?
2 Describe a time you improved an operational process—what was the impact?
3 How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple cohorts simultaneously?
4 What does diversity mean to you, and how have you contributed to inclusive environments?
5 How would you handle a last-minute logistical crisis during a virtual event?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn’t mention diversity or the specific mission of Included VC.
  • Overlooking the global, remote nature—failing to show experience with time zone coordination or virtual tools.
  • Focusing too much on profit-driven operations experience without connecting it to social impact or nonprofit work.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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