Product Management Instructor (Remote) at AltSchool Africa

AltSchool Africa is an Edtech product, an alternative to school, launched with the sole motivation to increase employability and reduce unemployment by helping Talents in Africa jump-start a career in Tech. With AltSchool Africa, everyone can benefit from the myriad of opportunities available in Tech. At AltSchool Africa we pride ourselves on possessing a culture of execution that caters to wavemakers rather than wave riders. If you're interested in joining a diverse and dynamic team that values speed, continuous improvement, focus, accountability, and are on an impact mission, you'll feel right at home at AltSchool Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Product Management Instructor

Location: Lagos
Job function: Technical Program Management
Employment Type: Contract
Experience level: Experienced
Workplace Type: Remote

Summary

• This role calls for an experienced and dynamic product management professional who is passionate about sharing their expertise.
• The ideal candidate will inspire learners to develop essential skills and thrive in their product management careers. 

Skills and Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in product management, with a track record of successful product launches and iterations across multiple industries.
• Fluency in the following areas: Agile methodologies, stakeholder management, user research, product roadmapping, and analytics.
• Passion for teaching and mentoring the next generation of product managers.
• Background in adult learning, curriculum design, and online teaching is a plus.

Preferred:

• Experience teaching remotely using video conferencing tools (e.g., Zoom, Slack, or Microsoft Teams).
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) to facilitate student engagement and track performance.

Must have skills:

• Coaching & Mentoring
• Communication skills product management

Good to have skills:

• Curriculum Development
• Program Management

Technical Requirements
Core Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Product Management & Design Thinking:
• Expertise with roadmapping tools like Jira, Trello, or Asana to manage product development workflows.
• Advanced experience with product analytics tools like Mixpanel, Amplitude, Google Analytics for tracking user engagement and product performance and analytics methodologies like OKRs & KPIs, Analytics techniques e.g A/B Testing, Predictive Analysis, Heatmaps and Session Recording, Data visualization and Reporting.
• Expertise in using Figma for collaborating with Product teams for wireframing, prototyping, sketching, usability testing, etc. 

Product Development and Lifecycle Management:

• Comprehensive understanding of the product lifecycle from ideation, development, and launch to scaling and maintenance.
• Proven ability to teach techniques such as user story mapping, prioritization frameworks (e.g., MoSCoW, RICE), and MVP creation. 
• Proven expertise in Agile Methodology, Scrum and Kanban frameworks.

Product Leadership:

• Expertise in Stakeholder Management, Negotiation and Conflict Resolution, Risk Management and Crisis Response.

Market and User Research:

• Strong experience in conducting customer interviews, usability testing, and surveys to gather actionable insights.
• Proficiency in tools like Qualtrics, Hotjar, and Lookback for user feedback and analysis.

Strategic Planning:

• Expertise in developing and executing go-to-market strategies, product roadmaps, feature prioritization, and User Persona and Journey Mapping.
• Thorough understanding of pricing strategies, competitive analysis, and revenue forecasting.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Demonstrated experience working with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to ensure alignment and successful product delivery.

Industry experience:

• Extensive experience across multiple industries such as FinTech, EdTech, Health tech.

Soft Skills
Communication:

• Ability to convey complex product management concepts in an easy-to-understand manner, tailored to learners from diverse professional backgrounds.

Curriculum Design:

• Experience in creating comprehensive course outlines and engaging teaching materials focused on hands-on learning.

Pedagogical Skills:

• Proficiency in virtual teaching methodologies, fostering an interactive and inclusive learning environment.

Problem-Solving:

• Capacity to guide learners in tackling real-world product challenges, nurturing critical thinking and innovation.

Adaptability:

• Commitment to staying updated with emerging trends and tools in product management and integrating them into the curriculum.

Specialized Skills
Agile and Lean Practices:

• Extensive experience in Agile methodologies, Scrum, and Lean product development, with a focus on practical application.

Metrics and KPIs: 

• Advanced understanding of key product metrics, user engagement analytics, and data-driven decision-making. 

Customer-Centric Product Design:

• Deep knowledge of customer journey mapping and UX/UI principles to build user-friendly products.

Industry-Specific Expertise:

• Insights into product management practices across sectors like technology, e-commerce, or healthcare, offering contextual learning for students.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.