Learning Community Experience Fellow at ALX Africa

ALX provides education management, leadership, entrepreneurship and career empowerment services to achieve career goals.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Learning Community Experience Fellow

Location: Lagos

Role Summary

• As a Learning Experience Fellow at ALX, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of education in Africa. 
• The data programmes equip learners with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today’s data-driven world.
• They learn to leverage powerful tools to analyse complex datasets, uncover valuable insights, and make data-based decisions. 
• This role combines advanced data expertise with educational leadership to deliver transformative learning experiences. 
• You will be responsible for managing data programs, implementing analytics solutions, and building technical capabilities among learners. 
• The ideal candidate brings strong technical skills in data analytics, experience in educational leadership, and a passion for developing the next generation of data professionals in Africa. Read more about the data programmes here.

Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership:

• Own the end-to-end lifecycle of the data programs (data science, data analytics, data engineering), from enrollment to Karibu, community management, learner experience and engagement, tracking, advocacy and support, to Tambali and a seamless handover to alumni. .
• Collaborate cross-functionally within the Lagos City Team, City Teams as a whole, Central program teams, and then Talent Readiness, Talent Experience, Selection, Brand, etc., to ensure program alignment with ALX's strategic goals.
• Drive continuous improvement in program delivery with the north star being graduation, leveraging data-driven insights to optimize learner experiences.

Community Building & Technical Mentorship:

• Foster a strong data learning community that encourages collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Organize technical workshops, hackathons, and data projects to enhance practical skills
• Mentor learners in advanced data analytics and visualization techniques
• Lead team projects and guide learners through technical challenges
• Create opportunities for peer learning and technical skill development

Data Analytics and Visualization:

• Design and implement comprehensive data analytics solutions for tracking program performance
• Create automated dashboards and reporting systems for monitoring learner progress
• Develop and maintain visualization tools to communicate program metrics effectively
• Train learners in using various data processing and visualization tools
• Implement data quality controls and validation processes.

Operational Excellence:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of your program, including scheduling, upholding codes of conduct, resource allocation, and financial stewardship..
• Ensure adherence to ALX's operational standards and processes.
• Collaborate with the technical team to troubleshoot any technical issues and maintain a seamless learning experience.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Analytics, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in data analytics, education, or program management
• Strong technical background in data analysis and visualization
• Experience with dashboard development and automation
• Proven track record in team leadership and project management
• Expertise in data processing tools and programming languages.

Essential Qualities:

• Demonstrated bias for action with examples of taking initiative to solve complex problems
• History of delivering excellence through measurable outcomes
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with data-driven decision-making
• Experience in building and managing learning communities
• Proven ability to lead and mentor teams.

Person Specification / Attributes:

• Courage: Willingness to speak up, challenge the status quo, and embrace new challenges.
• Humility: Openness to learning, seeking help when needed, and a focus on serving others.
• Adventure: A passion for setting ambitious goals, tackling difficult tasks, and finding joy in the journey.
• Initiative: Proactive problem-solving, a sense of ownership, and a willingness to go above and beyond.
• Resilience: The ability to bounce back from setbacks, persevere through challenges, and emerge stronger.
• Qualified candidates should demonstrate a bias for action, strong analytical capabilities, and a passion for education.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online