Priority Application Deadline: May 15, 2026

About this role

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Associate for Rapid Experimentation will support the execution and analysis of A/B tests across GiveDirectly’s programs, contributing to the use of data to inform program and product decisions. This role is fast-paced and iterative - the team runs frequent, lightweight experiments designed to generate actionable answers quickly, and then uses those learnings to refine and improve programs in real time. This includes:

• Supporting the execution and analysis of rapid A/B tests across GiveDirectly projects, ensuring that experiments are implemented effectively and contribute to learning within and across projects
• Ensuring experiments are implemented correctly, measured reliably, and analyzed to produce clear and credible results, working closely with Programs, Product, Research teams, and external academic partners to align experimental design with program delivery, data collection, and operational realities
• Translating findings into actionable insights and well-structured learning products that serve multiple audiences - internal program and product teams, and external academic partners, ensuring results inform both immediate decisions and longer-term program direction

In practice, this role is about managing a high volume of rapid experiments and turning results into clear, credible evidence that continuously shapes how GiveDirectly’s programs are refined and improved.

Reports to: Senior Manager, Monitoring and Evaluation

Level: Associate

Travel Requirement: This role is based in Rwanda. Travel within East Africa is a regular part of the role, estimated at up to 25% of the time, to support field operations across country programs.Additional international travel may occur for trainings or team convenings, as needed (estimated up to 10%)

What you’ll do:

Execute and manage A/B tests across programs

• Conduct power calculations to ensure experiments are both statistically rigorous and feasible to implement within program constraints
• Set up pre-specified experimental designs, applying defined experimental groups, outcome measures, and measurement timelines
• Review experiment setups prior to launch and flag execution and measurement risks that may affect interpretability
• Ensure experiments are well-coordinated and executed as designed, aligning implementation with research plans and integrating smoothly into program delivery across Programs and Product teams
• Work at a fast pace across a portfolio of 2–3 live A/B tests at any given time, designed to generate actionable answers quickly and feed rapid iteration of programs and products

Ensure accurate measurement and high-quality data for experiments

• Collaborate with external Principal Investigators (PIs) to ensure measurement approaches and data collection are aligned with research design and implementation realities
• Ensure experimental outcomes are captured accurately and consistently by applying established indicator and measurement approaches
• Prepare and manage datasets that are clean, well-structured, and ready for analysis using survey, administrative, and product data
• Identify and flag data quality risks (e.g., missingness, inconsistencies, measurement error) that could affect the validity of experimental conclusions
• Conduct targeted literature reviews to ensure measurement approaches are grounded in evidence and aligned with best practices

Analyze experimental data and interpret results to inform decisions

• Generate reliable and decision-ready analyses of experimental data from A/B tests
• Assess the magnitude and direction of effects and highlight what the results do and do not suggest, noting key limitations
• Ensure results are clearly understood and appropriately interpreted, given data quality, sample size, and implementation considerations

Translate results into actionable insights and learning across experiments

• Translate experimental results into clear, actionable recommendations to guide program and product decisions for individual country programs, and for the direction of GiveDirectly’s programming as a whole
• Structure results and key learnings so they can be reused to inform future experiments and program design
• Prepare concise learning products (e.g., memos, summaries) that serve multiple audiences, including internal Programs and Product teams, and external academic partners, ensuring findings are clearly communicated for both technical and non-technical stakeholders 
• Prepare and clean de-identified datasets for sharing with external PIs and academic partners, ensuring data is structured, well-documented, and ready for independent analysis
• Contribute to cross-country discussions to ensure learnings from experiments are shared and applied across contexts, and maintain clear documentation so experiments are easy to track, understand, and build on over time

What you’ll bring:

• Exceptional alignment with GiveDirectly Values and active demonstration of our core competencies: emotional intelligence, problem-solving, project management, follow-through, and fostering inclusivity. We welcome and strongly encourage applications from candidates who have personal or professional experience in the low-income and/or historically marginalized communities that we serve.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, or a related quantitative field
• 2–4 years of experience working with data in applied settings (e.g., experimentation, evaluation, analytics, or program learning), ideally in development, tech, or operations-focused roles
• Solid understanding of experimental design and causal inference concepts (e.g., randomization, treatment/control groups, units of randomization, statistical power, bias) and how to apply them in real-world program contexts
• Experience using R, Python, or Stata to clean, manipulate, and analyze data, including working with multiple data sources (e.g., survey or administrative data)
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., programs/operations, product, or research) and external partners to implement projects and solve problems
• Fluency in English required
• Comfort working at pace - able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, make progress with imperfect data, and iterate quickly based on emerging findings
• Ability to interpret results beyond statistical significance and communicate clear, actionable insights to both technical and non-technical audiences

Compensation

At GiveDirectly, we strive to pay our employees generously and equitably. We use an accredited third party salary aggregator to calculate what we believe to be competitive pay based on role, location, and cost of living. We also have a no negotiation policy to ensure we are paying staff equitably across roles. Read more about our compensation philosophy here.

Unless otherwise noted, the benefits stipend may be used to cover benefits or taken as additional taxable income.

Kenya

• Base Salary: $42,000
• Bonus at Target Performance: 10% (~$4,200, with potential for upside. For reference, with the organization's current performance multiplier, this amount would be $4,914 in 2025)
• Estimated Total Compensation at Target: $46,200+

Rwanda

• Base Salary: $37,600
• Bonus at Target Performance: 10% (~$3,760, with potential for upside. For reference, with the organization's current performance multiplier, this amount would be $4,399 in 2025)
• Estimated Total Compensation at Target: $41,360+

This role is fully remote, so if you are not based in Kenya or Rwanda, we will share an estimated salary benchmark for the country you are based in during the hiring process. 

Why work at GiveDirectly?

At GiveDirectly, we work to ensure that you have everything you need to excel in your role and on your team, including:

• A supportive team that works hard and cares hard
• A robust health benefits plan (exact details will vary by country)
• Flexible paid time off that staff is encouraged to take
• Allowances for desk set-up and learning and development

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Senior Manager - Field Operations and Programs

Reports to: Program Director
Level: Senior Manager
Manages: Program Managers

Role Purpose

The Senior Manager (SM) provides senior leadership for field operations and program implementation, ensuring high-quality delivery, scalable systems, and strong people management across programs. The role owns field execution standards, operational systems, and talent development, while Program Managers retain accountability for day-to-day delivery and the Program Director retains accountability for country-level execution and strategy.

The Senior Manager acts as the bridge between strategy and execution, translating Program Director priorities into strong operational practice across teams.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Field Operations Leadership (Standards & Performance)

• Provide senior oversight of field operations across programs, ensuring consistent implementation quality, data integrity, and adherence to operational standards.
• Hold Program Managers and Field Managers accountable for meeting delivery targets (e.g., households enrolled, efficiency benchmarks, recipient experience).
• Conduct periodic field visits to assess system effectiveness, implementation quality, and staff performance.
• Identify cross-program delivery challenges and escalate systemic issues to the Program Director with proposed solutions.
• Review and endorse operational pilots and targeting approaches before scale, assessing feasibility, efficiency, and risk.
• Serve as the escalation point for cross-program operational risks prior to Program Director involvement.

2. Systems Building & Operational Model Improvement

• Own continuous improvement of the field delivery model, with a focus on scalability, efficiency, and reliability.
• Lead initiatives to:
• Strengthen data quality assurance systems
• Improve backend checks and automation
• Integrate technology into enrollment, monitoring, and follow-up protocols
• Oversee risk mitigation plans proposed by Program, Product, and Field Managers, particularly for:
• Complex pilots or research partnerships
• Operational slowdowns or delivery risks
• Ensure operational systems remain aligned with Program Director priorities and organizational strategy.

3. Senior People Management & Talent Development

• Foster a high-performance culture across field teams, emphasizing accountability, feedback, and professional growth.
• Directly manage senior field staff (e.g., Program Managers, Field Managers), setting expectations for strong people management at all levels.
• Oversee hiring plans for field teams, supporting managers in recruitment, onboarding, and training where needed.
• Lead performance reviews for direct reports and build their capacity to conduct effective reviews for their teams.
• Identify high-potential staff and, in partnership with managers, support accelerated development and promotion pathways.
• Identify structural gaps or inefficiencies in field team org charts and propose resourcing or design adjustments to the Program Director.

4. Data, Performance Monitoring & Decision Support

• Use data to monitor field and program performance, identify trends, and inform operational improvements.
• Oversee survey design and updates for new and existing programs, ensuring alignment with program objectives and data quality standards.
• Coach teams on effective use of data for problem-solving and performance management.
  • Act as the primary interface with GiveDirectly’s global data teams for field-related needs, ensuring clarity of requirements and adherence to timelines.
  • Synthesize data into clear insights and recommendations for the Program Director and management team.

5. Cross-Functional Coordination & Internal Communication

• Partner with Product, Data, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure field execution supports program objectives and product priorities.
• Communicate clearly and concisely across written, verbal, and presentation formats.
• Present regularly to internal leadership on field performance, risks, and improvement initiatives.

6. External Support 

• Support the Program Director and Country Director in donor visits and external engagements by providing operational and field context.
• Assist in internal rollout of new programs, pilots, or technologies by ensuring field teams are prepared, informed, and aligned.

Desired Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of work experience in a problem-solving heavy role (field management, consulting, analytics)
• Exceptional ability to work analytically through complex operational questions & run robust analyses to inform management and programming decisions
• Strong communications skills, including speaking, writing, presenting, and negotiating across diverse audiences
• Strong operational acumen (including ability to rapidly get up-to-speed on GD field model)
• Experience with field work, field data collection
• Ability to approach tasks with resourcefulness and to work in a highly self-directed manner
• Ability to manage day-to-day operations while simultaneously working to build and institutionalize more robust, efficient systems
• Passion for the role cash transfers can play in giving recipients choice & driving impact at scale 
• Strong interest in advancing the values and mission of GiveDirectly

**GD is committed to observing all local, national and international laws that protect children, vulnerable adults, and basic human rights of all. GD is committed to a policy of “zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH)” and expects anyone who works for GD to uphold the protection and safeguarding of our recipients as a priority.**

About Sand

Sand Technologies is a global Physical AI company using data and AI to make critical industries work better. We partner with governments, cities and enterprises to improve how essential systems operate across healthcare, water, energy, telecommunications and infrastructure.

Our work delivers proven real-world impact. We have built AI systems that help manage London’s water supply, supported telecom network planning across hundreds of cities, and developed digital healthcare platforms serving tens of millions of people across Africa. From intelligent command centers to AI-powered infrastructure platforms, we help organizations sense, analyze and act in complex environments.

Our people are ambitious, curious and relentlessly practical. Our teams work alongside clients in the field, solving hard problems and deploying solutions that last. With colleagues across Africa, Europe, the UK and the US, we operate across the full stack - from research and engineering to deployment and capability building.

Our mission is simple: to harness AI to solve humanity’s most pressing challenges.

About the role

Sand is expanding across Africa and beyond, partnering with governments and public sector officials to deliver transformative AI and data solutions. We have deployed our flagship platform - the Health Operating System (HOS) - in more than 5 countries already. 

In Rwanda, hundreds of clinics have already been digitized, transforming rural facilities into next-generation health centers that are redefining care in Africa. Sand’s groundbreaking HOS integrates data and services to drive better outcomes - from maternal health to chronic disease management - already reaching more than 1 million patients. Designed for digital empowerment, the HOS equips thousands of frontline health workers with the tools and support they need to magnify their impact and strengthen community health.

The HOS is already operational across multiple countries, with plans to expand to 16 countries by the end of 2026, led by our Country Directors. 

This is not an idea — it’s already happening, and the momentum is accelerating. But healthcare is only one example; Sand is growing in various industries, namely water, energy, and telecommunications.

As an L&D Specialist for Francophone markets, you will be the primary driver of training delivery and local capacity building across these countries. You sit within the SAND Academy team and your focus is execution, making sure training lands, works in real contexts, and builds durable local capability.

You will report to the Academy Lead and collaborate closely with the Central Academy Team and Country Teams. The ideal candidate brings deep familiarity with Francophone African health systems and contexts — not just language, but cultural fluency, institutional knowledge, and field experience in the region. The Candidate is also passionate about learning impact, adaptable in dynamic environments, culturally aware, and comfortable working in rural or resource-constrained settings.

Specific Responsibilities

Training Delivery

• Lead all in-person and virtual training sessions for health facility staff, district teams, and Ministry stakeholders across Francophone deployments.
• Run Training of Trainers (ToT) programs to build a sustainable local trainer base in each country.
• Adapt global training content to Francophone country contexts — language, culture, workflow norms, and health system realities.
• Support learners end-to-end: from onboarding through to competency and follow-up.
• Conduct refresher training and targeted interventions based on performance gaps or new product releases.
• Support change management initiatives to improve digital adoption and workflow integration.

Learning Feedback & Performance Improvement

• Provide structured feedback to the Academy Programs Specialist on what is and isn't working in the field.
• Track learning effectiveness using adoption metrics, data quality indicators, and user competency assessments.
• Identify capability gaps and flag them for program-level response.
• Collaborate with Solution Managers and deployment teams to improve user performance and system utilization.

Content Creation, Adaptation & Knowledge Contribution

• Create, localize and contextualize training materials for Francophone audiences: translating not just language but practical application.
• Contribute to user guides, job aids, and playbooks drawn from country deployment experience.
• Support documentation of best practices and lessons learned.
• Collaborate with Central Teams to ensure training content reflects evolving product functionality.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build trusted relationships with facility-level staff, district health teams, and Ministry of Health counterparts in Francophone countries.
• Represent SAND Academy in relevant local and national digital health forums.
• Support national digital health capacity-building initiatives where relevant.

Requirements - Essential

• 5+ years of experience in learning & development, capacity building, or training delivery, preferably in healthcare or public sector programs.
• Deep familiarity with Francophone African contexts — cultural, institutional, and operational. This is essential, not just language proficiency.
• Fluency in French (professional working level); English proficiency required for internal collaboration.
• Demonstrated experience delivering training in Francophone West or Central African countries.
• Experience supporting digital health implementations, health workforce training, or large-scale system rollouts.
• Strong facilitation skills, with the ability to simplify complex digital tools for diverse frontline audiences.
• Demonstrated experience working in low-resource or rural settings.
• Ability to analyze learning needs and translate them into clear, practical training solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Skill Requirements - Preferable

• Background in public health, health informatics, education, or organizational development.
• Experience designing blended learning or digital learning solutions.
• Exposure to national health system strengthening programs or donor-funded initiatives.
• Experience managing multi-country training programs.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid role with significant in-person requirements. While some responsibilities can be performed remotely, the role demands regular presence on the ground to build relationships, oversee implementation, and represent Sand with local stakeholders. At the same time, given the high degree of virtual collaboration with colleagues and partners across multiple geographies, the successful candidate must be highly self-driven, comfortable working in small in-person teams while contributing to larger efforts virtually, and disciplined in using online collaboration tools and video conferencing to maintain constant communication.

Due to the considerable amount of virtual work and interaction with colleagues and customers in different physical locations internationally, it is essential that the successful applicant has the drive and ethic to succeed in working in small teams physically but in larger efforts virtually. Self-drive to communicate constantly using online collaboration and video conferencing is essential.

À Propos de Sand

 Sand Technologies est une entreprise d'intelligence artificielle en forte croissance, qui résout des problèmes concrets pour de grandes entreprises et des gouvernements à travers le monde.

Nous sommes des pionniers de l'IA au service du réel : nos solutions vont bien au-delà des simples outils de chat automatisé. Nous utilisons les données et l'IA pour résoudre les plus grands défis mondiaux dans les télécommunications, la gestion durable de l'eau, l'énergie, la santé, le changement climatique, les villes intelligentes et d'autres domaines à fort impact. Par exemple, nos systèmes d'IA participent à la gestion de l'approvisionnement en eau de toute la ville de Londres. Nous avons conçu les algorithmes d'IA qui ont permis au 7e opérateur télécom mondial de planifier son réseau dans 300 villes en un temps record. Et nous avons développé un système de santé numérique qui permet à 30 millions de personnes d'accéder à des soins de classe mondiale, malgré la pénurie de médecins.

Nous avons augmenté nos revenus de plus de 500 % au cours des 12 derniers mois, tout en remportant des prix scientifiques et industriels prestigieux pour notre technologie de pointe. Notre succès repose sur environ 300 ingénieurs et scientifiques travaillant en Afrique, en Europe, au Royaume-Uni et aux États-Unis.

À propos du Poste

Sand se développe à travers l'Afrique et au-delà, en partenariat avec des gouvernements et des responsables du secteur public pour déployer des solutions transformatrices d'IA et de données. Notre initiative phare dans le domaine de la santé — le Health Operating System (HOS) — est déjà opérationnelle. Au Rwanda, des centaines de cliniques ont été numérisées, transformant des établissements ruraux en centres de santé de nouvelle génération qui redéfinissent les soins en Afrique. Le HOS de Sand intègre données et services pour améliorer les résultats — de la santé maternelle à la gestion des maladies chroniques — et touche déjà plus d'un million de patients. Conçu pour l'autonomisation numérique, le HOS équipe des milliers d'agents de santé de première ligne des outils et du soutien nécessaires pour amplifier leur impact et renforcer la santé communautaire.

Nous sommes en pleine expansion. D'ici fin 2025, notre HOS sera opérationnel dans 10 pays, et d'ici 2026, nous prévoyons d'élargir notre présence encore plus loin sur le continent. Ce n'est pas une idée — c'est déjà en marche, et l'élan s'accélère. Mais la santé n'est qu'un exemple ; Sand se développe dans plusieurs secteurs, notamment l'eau, l'énergie et les télécommunications.

En tant que Spécialiste Formation & Développement pour les marchés francophones, vous serez le principal moteur de la formation et du renforcement des capacités locales dans ces pays. Vous faites partie de l'équipe SAND Academy et votre priorité est l'exécution: vous assurez que la formation aboutit, fonctionne dans des contextes réels et bâtit des capacités locales durables.

Vous rendez compte au Responsable Academy et collaborez étroitement avec les équipes centrales Academy et les équipes pays.

Le candidat idéal apporte une connaissance approfondie des systèmes de santé et des contextes africains francophones — pas seulement linguistique, mais aussi une aisance culturelle, une connaissance institutionnelle et une expérience de terrain dans la région. Il est également passionné par l'impact de l'apprentissage, adaptable dans des environnements dynamiques, sensible aux réalités culturelles et à l'aise dans des contextes ruraux ou aux ressources limitées

Responsabilités Spécifiques

Déploiement de la Formation

• Diriger toutes les sessions de formation en présentiel et à distance pour le personnel des établissements de santé, les équipes de district et les parties prenantes ministérielles dans les déploiements francophones.
• Animer des programmes de Formation de Formateurs (ToT) pour bâtir une base durable de formateurs locaux dans chaque pays.
• Adapter le contenu de formation mondial aux contextes des pays francophones — langue, culture, normes de travail et réalités du système de santé.
• Accompagner les apprenants de bout en bout : de l'intégration jusqu'à la validation des compétences et au suivi.
• Organiser des formations de remise à niveau et des interventions ciblées en fonction des lacunes de performance ou des nouvelles versions de produits.
• Soutenir les initiatives de gestion du changement pour améliorer l'adoption numérique et l'intégration dans les pratiques de travail.

Retour Terrain & Amélioration des Performances

• Fournir des retours structurés au Spécialiste des Programmes Academy sur ce qui fonctionne ou non sur le terrain.
• Suivre l'efficacité de la formation à l'aide de métriques d'adoption, d'indicateurs de qualité des données et d'évaluations des compétences des utilisateurs.
• Identifier les lacunes en matière de compétences et les signaler pour une réponse au niveau du programme.
• Collaborer avec les Responsables Solutions et les équipes de déploiement pour améliorer les performances des utilisateurs et l'utilisation du système.
  
  

Création, Adaptation de Contenu & Contribution à la Gestion des Connaissances

• Créer, localiser et contextualiser les supports de formation pour les publics francophones : en traduisant non seulement la langue, mais aussi l'application pratique.
• Contribuer aux guides utilisateurs, aux fiches pratiques et aux manuels issus de l'expérience des déploiements pays.
• Soutenir la documentation des bonnes pratiques et des leçons apprises.
• Collaborer avec les équipes centrales pour s'assurer que le contenu de formation reflète l'évolution des fonctionnalités du produit.

Engagement des Parties Prenantes

• Construire des relations de confiance avec le personnel des établissements, les équipes de santé de district et les homologues des Ministères de la Santé dans les pays francophones.
• Représenter la SAND Academy dans les forums locaux et nationaux pertinents sur la santé numérique.
• Soutenir les initiatives nationales de renforcement des capacités en matière de santé numérique, le cas échéant.

Compétences Requises — Essentielles

• 5 ans ou plus d'expérience en formation & développement, renforcement des capacités ou déploiement de formations, de préférence dans des programmes de santé ou du secteur public.
• Connaissance approfondie des contextes africains francophones — culturelle, institutionnelle et opérationnelle. C'est une exigence non négociable, et la maîtrise de la langue seule ne suffit pas.
• Maîtrise professionnelle du français ; niveau opérationnel en anglais requis pour la collaboration interne.
• Expérience avérée dans la délivrance de formations en Afrique de l'Ouest ou en Afrique centrale francophone.
• Expérience dans le soutien à des déploiements de santé numérique, la formation des personnels de santé ou le déploiement à grande échelle de systèmes.
• Solides compétences en facilitation, avec la capacité de simplifier des outils numériques complexes pour des publics variés en première ligne.
• Expérience avérée dans des environnements à ressources limitées ou ruraux.
• Capacité à analyser les besoins en apprentissage et à les traduire en solutions de formation claires et pratiques.
• Excellentes compétences en communication et en gestion des parties prenantes.

Compétences Requises — Souhaitées

• Formation en santé publique, informatique de santé, éducation ou développement organisationnel.
• Expérience dans la conception de solutions d'apprentissage hybrides ou numériques.
• Exposition à des programmes de renforcement des systèmes de santé nationaux ou à des initiatives financées par des bailleurs de fonds.
• Expérience dans la gestion de programmes de formation multi-pays.

Environnement de Travail

Il s'agit d'un poste hybride avec des exigences importantes en présentiel. Bien que certaines responsabilités puissent être exercées à distance, le poste requiert une présence régulière sur le terrain pour construire des relations, superviser la mise en œuvre et assurer la liaison avec les parties prenantes locales, ainsi qu'une collaboration étroite avec le reste de l'équipe Academy.

Dans le même temps, compte tenu du degré élevé de collaboration virtuelle avec des collègues et des partenaires dans plusieurs zones géographiques, le candidat retenu devra être très autonome, à l'aise pour travailler en petites équipes en présentiel tout en contribuant à des efforts plus larges à distance, et rigoureux dans l'utilisation des outils de collaboration en ligne et de la vidéoconférence pour maintenir une communication constante.. 

ABOUT ALU

At the African Leadership University (ALU), we're more than just an institution—we're a catalyst for transformation. Our mission is to develop a new generation of ethical and entrepreneurial leaders who will shape Africa's future. Through our innovative curriculum, focus on experiential learning, and vibrant pan-African community, we empower students to become changemakers, problem-solvers, and innovators. At ALU, we're not just teaching; we're nurturing the leaders who will drive Africa's progress and prosperity in the 21st century

We are dedicated to fostering an open yet secure environment, balancing the safety of students, staff, and visitors with respect for individual rights, and safeguarding responsibilities.

HOW WE WORK

The ALU Team works in starkly different ways to traditional academic bureaucracies. We approach education from first principles, empower individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and work closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.

The African Leadership University is committed to ensuring the safety and Well-being of all students under our care. As part of this commitment , we have a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place, which outlines our Zero-tolerance approach to any violation of safeguarding.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

The BSc Software Engineering programme is a three-year degree programme with the aim of developing Software Engineering graduates at scale who are well prepared to leverage technology as the first hand solution to solve relevant problems in the continent and beyond and also who are ready to meet the needs of employers globally. This innovative and scalable programme prepares graduates not only with relevant technical skills but also problem solving and leadership skills missing in our tech graduates and promotes learning with a purpose.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The role  of the  SE Specialisation Coach entails the responsibility to successfully deliver the learning components of the programme in the  Low Level Programming Specialization track including Blockchain modules adhering to the principles of our ALU’s Learning Model and manage the team of Specialization coaches.

We are looking for an individual who can meet the requirements as mentioned in the profile below:

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the in-person experience for the programme including the academic orientation,  induction for the specialisation modules for each intake, including responsibility for its development, evolution and its delivery adhering to the internal and external quality assurance standards
• Design, evolve and deliver the specialisation modules, induction and re-induction of new and existing coaches, respectively.
• Review, validate and refine the current learning curriculum of the  Low Level Programming Specialization tracks and revise the operational plans per trimester for an effective learning delivery based on continuous feedbacks.
• Enhance the BlockChain curriculum and deliver the respective modules in alignment with ALUs Learning Model and industry standards.
• Audit and refine the experiential learning components for each trimester additional to the support in self-directed student learning. Organize academic activities including Live coding sessions, Peer Learning Days, Mock Interview sessions, Hackathons and any other events that encourages student engagement in both online and in-person learning environments
• Administration and coordination of the internship modules along with supporting teams (Coaches, SPD team and other stakeholders)
• Evaluate the possibilities of improving student learning experiences by leveraging partnerships with industries, draft concept notes and finalize relevant plans to include the identified learning activities as part of the learning content.
• Contribute to updated definitive documentation for the Software Engineering modules in the programme handbooks, policies and accreditation documents
• Participate in regular student-staff consultative group meetings and other feedback instruments to capture student feedback and to implement recommendations to enhance the quality of programme delivery.
• Assist the SE Programme Manager in the review and approval of course modifications made by external learning content partners, either independently or following ALU inputs.
• Engage with all developmental and performance management processes for academic teams.
• Contribute to the annual programme review to ensure content is up-to-date, valid, relevant and reflects current and future trends in Software Engineering, whilst giving consideration to pedagogical approaches suited for hybrid learning.
• Implement modifications to learning materials, assessments and other relevant components meet internal and external quality assurance requirements.
• Implement modifications to the academic components following the findings of the annual programme review, periodic review, student-staff consultative groups, student evaluations and other quality assurance & enhancement instruments.
• Other relevant activities to ensure successful delivery of the programme.
• Engage in institutional service through active participation in the Senate and its sub-committees as per their composition.
• Any other reasonable duties that may be allocated from time to time by the line manager.

Person Specification:

Essential

• PhD/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a relevant field where Software Engineering and/or Low level Programming is a significant component with at least 5 years of experience in  Low Level Programming Domain
• Expertise  in Blockchain technologies and building wide variety of applications in the domain with at least 3 years of experience
• Subject matter expertise and minimum 2 years of experience mentoring C programming & linux shell scripting
• Expertise in Linux systems programming and Assembly level debugging
• Knowledge in Socket programming, Data Structures and Algorithms using C
• Experience using version control systems [preferably git] for software development
• Experience in linux based shell scripting and Python programming
• Strong debugging skills in the respective domain expertise
• Experience designing experiential learning activities that promotes peer learning
• Experience guiding student undergraduate Projects
• Excellent coaching and adequate computing skills with the ability to support students in both remote and in-person learning environments
• Excellent communications (oral and written), interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask, prioritise own work, and work independently.
• The ability to quickly analyze data and determine the appropriate academic support intervention required by the student or to redirect to other teams.
• A startup mindset to help us scale the programme to the order of thousands of students in the next 12 months.
• A strong, customer-service ethos
• An ability to work flexibly with remote team members if needed

Desirable

• Experience in Mobile Development / Machine Learning / AR-VR / Full Stack Web Development is a plus
• Strong regional or international network - Startup Incubators and accelerators, etc.
• Experience of programme management and leadership at a higher education institution.
• Experience in people management - managing a fast-growing team
• Experience of online teaching and learning delivery at challenger universities.
• Experience of teaching at higher education level.

Do you possess a deep passion for entrepreneurship? Does the prospect of supporting innovative startups  excite you? Have you designed or run a tech startup program before? Are you comfortable building or maintaining partnerships with forward-thinking corporates? Are you ready to plan and host pitch events and demo days? Are you adept at juggling multiple priorities? Would you describe yourself as a highly structured individual with fast learning abilities? Are you a systems thinker and experienced in building systems and processes to support the growth of an ecosystem?

Well, this might just be the job for you!

ABOUT US

ALX Africa, a non-profit organisation under the ALX Foundation, is dedicated to unlocking the potential of Africa's digital future. Formerly part of Sand Tech Holdings, we've embarked on an independent journey to provide world-class tech skills training and career acceleration programmes. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide, upskill and reskill talent, and create a generation of innovative leaders. By 2030, we aim to empower 2 million Africans to secure sustainable tech careers.

With hubs in 8 cities across Africa and counting, we provide safe access to quality learning and a dedicated network of expert instructors. Our innovative programmes equip learners with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today's rapidly evolving tech industry. Through a combination of rigorous coursework, industry partnerships, and hands-on projects, we prepare our students for in-demand roles in software engineering, data science, and cybersecurity.

We achieve this by:

• Providing young professionals with access to the most in-demand tech skills that will power the future.
• Empowering the next generation of technology innovators, entrepreneurs, and business leaders through challenging, real-world coursework.
• Building a lifelong, impactful community of tech professionals that support them at all stages of their career journey. 

Our impact thus far:

• 205k+ learners since 2021
• 117k youth in work
• 13k youth starting own ventures
• 66k youth in jobs through entrepreneurship

 Visit our website www.alxafrica.com to learn more about our digital revolution.

ABOUT THE CITY TEAM

Do you enjoy creating something out of nothing? The City Teams are startups within a larger startup. Each City Team is like a standalone business that is blazing a new path for ALX, but is supported by the history, reputation and global network of ALX’s wider ecosystem of companies and initiatives. In pursuit of our mission, we encourage autonomy, creativity, and experimentation. We embrace risks and failure. We seek those that have a beginners’ mindset, are lifelong learners, thrive in uncertain circumstances and uncharted territory, and have a deep passion for youth engagement.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Entrepreneurship Development Manager will be instrumental in nurturing and expanding the entrepreneurial ecosystem within the country market. This dynamic role offers a unique opportunity to drive both operational excellence and strategic vision as a core member of a City Team. The Manager will report directly to the City General Manager for day-to-day operational leadership and program implementation, while also maintaining a strategic reporting line to the Entrepreneurship Director to ensure alignment with our global entrepreneurial efforts, in particular with our flagship ALX Ventures program. In this capacity, the Manager will integrate practices and perspectives from both city-specific and global contexts to advance our collective mission.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary champion for entrepreneurship within the country market, innovating and executing strategies to foster entrepreneurial initiatives within the ALX community.
• Host monthly in-person fireside chats with local entrepreneurs and investors to bolster community engagement.
• Organize and oversee quarterly in-person events such demo day and product launch events at ALX Tech Hubs to highlight promising startups from our Incubator and Accelerator programs to the local investment community.
• Manage and execute weekly entrepreneurship-related events, such as pitch competitions, hackathons, meetups and networking events, enhancing our brand’s local presence.
• Ensure high levels of compliance for self-reporting and quarterly updates by entrepreneurs, maintaining a high standard of accountability and progress tracking.
• Position ALX Ventures prominently within the local ecosystem as the premier hub for innovative startups and entrepreneurs, including securing recognitions, awards and grants where eligible.
• Supervise and mentor community-led entrepreneurial initiatives, ensuring they are in line with our global strategy.
• Engage in planning activities and retrospective assessment to foster continuous learning and improvement of our programs.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC DUTIES

Founder Academy

• Lead recruitment, outreach, and enrollment efforts in collaboration with the central Entrepreneurship team to meet and exceed local market targets.
• Facilitate a smooth registration and onboarding process for new entrepreneurs, ensuring an engaging learner experience from day one.
• Host weekly office hours and community sessions to provide ongoing guidance and accountability to founders.
• Deliver timely, constructive feedback on assignments and pitch submissions, fostering a culture of excellence, iteration, and resilience.
• Identify high-performing entrepreneurs for advanced support, including incubation and investment-readiness opportunities.

Incubator Program

• Work closely with the ALX Ventures Incubator central team to deliver quarterly program goals and ensure alignment with regional entrepreneurship strategies.
• Screen, select, and onboard potential candidates from the Founder Academy graduates into the Incubator program, balancing both virtual and in-person delivery formats.
• Facilitate high-impact workshops, peer learning sessions, and milestone reviews that guide founders from prototype to market launch.
• Connect startups to tailored support such as intern placements, advisors, industry mentors, and investors.
• Organize Demo Days and local Pitch Events to showcase startups, attract partners, and position ventures for growth and investment.
• Engage with local investment, innovation, and startup communities to foster collaboration and visibility for ALX ventures.
• Design and host Masterclasses featuring leading entrepreneurs, investors, and domain experts across diverse sectors.
• Curate and manage a pool of local mentors and advisors, matching them with startups based on stage, sector, and growth needs.
• Build partnerships with local entrepreneurship hubs, accelerators, and ecosystem actors to enhance resource sharing and opportunity pipelines.
• Support alumni founders in accessing follow-on support programs, markets, and funding.

Monitoring, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Track and analyze program performance metrics, including recruitment, completion, venture launches, and investment outcomes. 
• Generate periodic reports and insights for internal teams and external stakeholders. 
• Continuously refine program strategies based on learner feedback and market trends.

REQUIREMENTS 

• Minimum of 5 years’ professional experience in entrepreneurship operations, venture building, or program and project management, ideally within innovation hubs, accelerators, or startup ecosystems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, or a related field (Master’s degree is an advantage).
• Proven track record working with startups or entrepreneurial ventures, with hands-on experience in launching, scaling, or mentoring businesses. Previous experience as a founder or startup coach is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and evaluate entrepreneurship programs, demo days, masterclasses, and mentorship networks.
• Experience leading cross-functional or program delivery teams, managing multiple priorities, and collaborating effectively with central and regional stakeholders.
• Proven capacity to lead fundraising initiatives, develop and manage partnerships with investors, corporates, development partners, and government entities to advance entrepreneurship programs.
• Ecosystem Engagement: Deep understanding of the African entrepreneurship ecosystem, with an active network of startup mentors, ecosystem players, and investors.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation abilities; confident representing ALX to partners, investors, and founders.
• Strong planning, coordination, and execution skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects from concept to delivery.
• Adept at stakeholder engagement and partnership management, maintaining strong relationships across multiple levels and sectors.
• Highly flexible, self-motivated, and comfortable thriving in a fast-paced, evolving environment with minimal supervision.
• Open to feedback and continuous learning, applying insights to improve program design and delivery

This is a full-time, in-person role based in Kigali. Candidates are required to work from the ALX Hub daily as part of the Kigali City Team.
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Rwanda.

Disclaimer: ALX Africa does not charge fees or request payments at any stage of hiring. Be cautious of anyone claiming otherwise. Report suspicious activity to hiring@alxafrica.com