Nigeria - Startup under 3 years old

Describe your project or startup in a few words

Trustitask connects students and local professionals with verified service providers for a wide range of tasks including home repairs, tutoring, cleaning, and more. We guarantee high standards of service quality while empowering all to earn stable income.

01.01 Describe your startup in more detail

Trustitask is a user-friendly local services marketplace connecting students and professionals with trusted service providers for any tasks including home repairs, cleaning, and tutoring, ensuring secure transactions and flexible income opportunities. Trustitask not only bridges the gap between service seekers and providers but also fosters a community of trust and reliability. By supporting local professionals and offering secure, high-quality service options, Trustitask aims to enhance the overall service experience and contribute positively to the local economy.

01.02 What is the main problem you are trying to solve?

As students manage academic obligations and extracurricular activities, securing flexible income poses a challenge. They frequently require services such as repairs, cleaning, and tutoring but struggle to find trustworthy professionals within their budget and schedule. This often leads to stress and results in compromised service quality. Both students and non-students in our target audience experience dissatisfaction with existing solutions due to scams and financial barriers limiting access. The main problem Trustitask aims to solve is the difficulty students and young professionals face in finding trustworthy, affordable, and flexible local service providers for any tasks. Current solutions often lead to issues like scams, unreliable service quality, and financial constraints, causing added stress and inconvenience.

01.03 Tell us the major benefits and/or advantages of using the product/service that your startup provides (at least 3).

Trustworthiness: Users can find and hire service providers with confidence, as Trustitask verifies provider profiles and includes authentic reviews and ratings from other users. This ensures trustworthy transactions and high-quality service outcomes. Convenience and Accessibility: Trustitask offers an easy-to-use platform with advanced search and booking features, allowing users to find local services quickly and conveniently. Scheduling and payment processes are streamlined, saving time and effort. Secure and Transparent Transactions: The platform features secure payment processing and an escrow system, ensuring that payments are only released once services are satisfactorily completed. This protects both users and service providers from scams and disputes. Flexible Income Opportunities for Service Providers: Trusti provides various subscription plans tailored to different needs and budgets for service providers, including students seeking flexible income. This allows providers to

01.04 Please describe who exactly your startup’s product/service is aimed at serving. Who are the targeted beneficiaries?

Trusti's product and services are aimed at serving two primary groups: Users: Students: Who need convenient access to reliable local services such as tutoring, cleaning, and home repairs to support their academic and personal lives. Young Professionals: Who seek trustworthy service providers for various tasks, balancing career responsibilities and personal commitments. Service Providers: Local Professionals: Including students and individuals skilled in services like home repairs, tutoring, cleaning, and more, who are looking for flexible income opportunities. Small Businesses: Such as local cleaning companies, tutors, and handymen, seeking to expand their client base and streamline their service offerings through an online platform.

01.05 When was your company established?

2023-01-01

01.06 Are you already selling your product/service?

No

01.07 How many other owners are there within your startup?

1

01.08 Among the other owners, how many are female?

0

01.09 Please describe the profile of the other owners within your startup (skills, experience, etc.)

Co-founder: Brand Designer, UI/UX, and Graphic Designer Skills and Expertise: Brand Design: Proficient in developing brand identities, including logo design, brand guidelines, and visual identity systems. UI/UX Design: Skilled in creating intuitive and user-centered interface designs that enhance user experience and engagement on digital platforms. Graphic Design: Experienced in graphic design for digital and print media, including marketing materials, promotional assets, and visual content creation. Experience: Has a solid background in graphic and visual design, with several years of experience working with various clients and projects.

01.10 If you have a website, a social media page (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin…), or app, please provide the link(s) here:

01.11 Which industry best describes your project?

c) Industry (equipment, commercial, logistical and professional services, transport)

02.01.01 My startup contributes to the No poverty goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification for my startup

Trustitask provides flexible income opportunities for local service providers, including students and small businesses. By offering a platform where providers can advertise their services and connect with clients, Trustitask helps them generate additional income, thereby contributing to poverty reduction. Many service providers on Trustitask are micro-entrepreneurs who might not have access to traditional job opportunities or formal employment. By facilitating their access to a customer base and providing tools to manage their services effectively, We empowers these individuals to improve their economic circumstances

02.02.01 My startup contributes to the Zero hunger goal

6

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification for my startup

By providing flexible income opportunities to service providers, including students and local professionals, Trustitask helps them generate additional income. This can improve their financial stability and ability to afford nutritious food for themselves and their families.

02.03.01 My startup contributes to the Good health and well-being goal

3

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification for my startup

02.04.01 My startup contributes to the Quality education goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification for my startup

Trustitask provides a platform where students can offer their skills and services (such as tutoring, cleaning, etc.) to earn additional income. This income can be used by students to finance various educational expenses, including tuition fees, textbooks, educational materials, and living costs. By offering flexible income opportunities, Trustitask enables students to financially support themselves without compromising their academic pursuits. This reduces financial barriers and improves access to quality education for students who may otherwise struggle to afford educational expenses.

02.05.01 My startup contributes to the Gender equality goal

4

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification for my startup

02.06.01 My startup contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

4

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification for my startup

02.07.01 My startup contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

4

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification for my startup

02.08.01 My startup contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

7 - Strongly Agree

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification for my startup

Trustitask provides a platform for local service providers, including students and professionals, to offer their skills and services to a wider audience. This creates flexible job opportunities that adapt to the providers' schedules, enhancing overall employment options in the local economy. Many service providers on Trustitask are micro-entrepreneurs who might not have access to traditional job markets. By enabling them to showcase their services and connect with clients, Trustitask empowers these individuals to grow their businesses and increase their income.

02.09.01 My startup contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

4

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification for my startup

02.10.01 My startup contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

4

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification for my startup

02.11.01 My startup contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

4

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification for my startup

02.12.01 My startup contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

4

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification for my startup

02.13.01 My startup contributes to the Climate action goal

4

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification for my startup

02.14.01 My startup contributes to the Life below water goal

4

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification for my startup

02.15.01 My startup contributes to the Life on land goal

4

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification for my startup

02.16.01 My startup contributes to the Peace Justice and Strong Institutions goal

4

02.16.02 Peace Justice and Strong Institutions- Justification for my startup

02.17.01 My startup contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

4

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification for my startup

06.01 There are a large number of customers who already use a product/service very similar to the product/service we envision creating.

6

06.02 The product/service represents an entirely new type of product/service.

5

06.03 The product/service could be described as a new technology.

1 - Strongly Disagree

06.04 The product/service is an improvement on an existing product or service.

7 - Strongly Agree

06.05 The product/service could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

7 - Strongly Agree

06.06 The product/service responds to a demand or need that has not been satisfied by other products/services.

6

06.07 The product/service is a new version of an old product/service.

4

06.08 Justification for my startup

Student-Centric Approach: Unlike traditional service marketplaces, Trustitask specifically targets students as both service providers and users. This demographic often seeks flexible income opportunities and reliable services tailored to their academic schedules and needs. Integrated Payment Protection: Trustitask incorporates an escrow system to ensure secure transactions between users and service providers. Payments are held in escrow until services are satisfactorily completed, mitigating risks of fraud or dissatisfaction common on other platforms. Tailored Subscription Plans: Offering a range of subscription plans for service providers (Basic, Starter, Pro, Enterprise), We caters to varying needs and budgets. This flexibility allows providers to choose the plan that best suits their business scale and objectives.

06.09 Competitive Analysis

Major competitors are Jiji and Fiverr As mentioned above we incorporate an escrow system to ensure secure transactions between users and service providers. Payments are held in escrow until services are satisfactorily completed, mitigating risks of fraud or dissatisfaction common on other platforms.

11.05 Are you initiating actions within your community to promote the role of female entrepreneurs?