Job title: Education Technology Management Trainee
Company: Co-Creation Hub
Job description: Company DescriptionAbout Co-creation HUBCo-creation HUB is the leading pan-African creative and innovation ecosystem enabler. In 2010, we started out as Nigeria’s premier innovation center dedicated to accelerating the application of social capital and technology for economic prosperity in Nigeria. We have since grown our physical presence to five cities (Lagos, Abuja, Kigali, Nairobi and Windhoek) across Africa and we work closely with stakeholders – including entrepreneurs, civil society organizations, government, and private sector – to identify and nurture novel solutions to social challenges in Africa.In February 2019, Co-creation HUB opened a Design Lab and Research & Development Centre (CcHUB Design Lab) in Kigali, Rwanda focused on innovating for social impact. Our Kigali Centre collaborates with global stakeholders to explore the application of technology to solve Africa’s systemic problems in public health, education, and governance. In September 2019, we acquired iHUB in Nairobi, Kenya and in 2023 we opened Co- creation HUB in Windhoek, Namibia. This expansion plan was intentional in realizing our vision to be Africa’s leading pan-African creative and innovation ecosystem enabler.Since its establishment, CcHUB has supported the development and launch of more than 10,000 innovative technology companies solving social challenges across Africa in areas including budget transparency, agtech, education, fintech, healthcare delivery, creative economy and sustainability.Job DescriptionJob PurposeThis role is designed to equip trainees with critical management skills and deep organizational knowledge, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. By participating in this program, you will contribute to ensuring smooth management transitions aligned with our succession planning efforts.This role is for a 24 months fixed term contract period and may require you to travel based on Project/ Programme needs.ResponsibilitiesStrategic Initiatives Support: Work closely with the managing partner to design and implement strategic education initiatives and programmesProject Support: Assist the in executing key strategic deliverables on existing projects working closely with the Practice Lead and programme managersAdministrative Support: Provide admin support on tasks related to scheduling meetings, budgeting and financial management for new and existing programmes, travel and event logisticsThought Leadership: Curating key areas of our work in education with opportunities for thought leadership, support Managing Partner, practice leads and programme managers and communications team to create the articles, blog posts etc.Stakeholder Engagement: Identifying and managing engagements with potential partners, other stakeholdersWhat you will learnEffective Design and implementation of innovative edtech focused initiative in Sub Saharan Africa.Strategy Design for building and strengthenIng our education/edtech workConcept Note, Proposal and Report WritingBudgeting, Forecasting and Cost control for ProgrammesEffective Stakeholder engagementGeneral Programme AdministrationQualificationsKey SkillsAnalytical Thinking and Problem Solving skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsLeadership skills: has demonstrated leadership abilityAbility to collaborate effectively within a teamAdaptability And flexibility to changing environments, tasks and responsibilities.Excellent organizational and time management skillsGood stakeholder managementPassionate about innovation, and social change.Attention to detail and a fast learnerProficiency in Google SuitesQualification4-6 years experience in education/EdTech working an EdTech startup, education focused NGOs/Development Programmes, or Teacher or School AdministratorUnderstanding of the education/edtech landscape in Africa with a data-driven perspective on the future of learning in Africa and the role of technology in driving African prosperityA highly motivated and ambitious individual, with the ability to work under pressure, and with minimal supervision.Independent, creative self-starter who takes initiativeAdditional InformationPlease note this is a fully onsite role in our Lagos or Nairobi office
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Location: Lagos, Lagos State
Job date: Wed, 23 Apr 2025 22:24:22 GMT
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