Learning Science Manager

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Nairobi, KEN
In-Office
Senior level
Co-Working Space or Incubator • Edtech • Social Impact
The Role
Work with EdTech startups to integrate learning science and effective pedagogies into product design; conduct instructional research and contextual analysis; review curricula; develop assessment frameworks, standards, and templates rooted in African contexts; and lead collaborative action plans to improve learner outcomes with emphasis on inclusion.
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Company Description

Co-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 2017, Co-Creation HUB launched Growth Capital in partnership with Omidyar Network, Bank of Industry, and Venture Garden Group to provide early-stage funding for startups driving social change. In February 2019, Co-creation HUB opened a Design Lab in Kigali, Rwanda focused on Research and Development and Human Centered Design to enable innovation for social impact. Our Kigali Centre collaborates with global stakeholders to explore the application of technology to solve Africa’s systemic problems in education, public health, education, governance and our other areas of work. In September 2019, we expanded our footprint by acquiring iHUB in Nairobi, Kenya, strengthening our commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and innovators across the continent. In 2020, we launched CcHUB Syndicate, an investment vehicle designed to improve capital access for startups and bridge the funding gap in Africa’s innovation ecosystem. In 2021, we established the Creative Economy Practice to drive the growth of Africa’s creative economy through innovation and technology application. In 2023, we further expanded our presence by opening Co-creation HUB in Windhoek, Namibia. These expansions have been intentional in contributing to 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 Description

In this role, you will be working with a diverse team (education, research and investment) to support selected EdTech Startups from Nigeria and Kenya to effectively adopt learning science theories and sound pedagogical practices in the design of products to improve learning experiences and outcomes for their learners.

  • Collaborate with startups to enhance the integration of effective pedagogies and learning science theories into their product learning experiences. This will include, but not be limited to, consultation on content/course design; development of assignments, exercises, and simulations; and guidance on integrating student feedback.

  • Analyse pedagogical strengths and identify areas for improvement; develop and implement a comprehensive action plan to enhance pedagogy. Emphasise diversity, inclusion, and belonging in all pedagogical practices.

  • Conduct instructional research and contextual analysis to understand target learners and their learning environments.

  • Partner with selected startups and the research team to develop frameworks for learner performance and assessment.

  • Review and provide constructive feedback on curriculum design and content delivery.

  • Develop standards and templates rooted in the African context, to guide startups in adopting learning science and pedagogy aimed at delivering optimal learning outcomes.

Qualifications

  • A strong understanding of learning science and pedagogical approaches

  • A Master’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field

  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the education or EdTech sector

  • In-depth knowledge of learning science theories and instructional design models

  • The ability to design and apply pedagogical strategies to improve learning outcomes

  • Demonstrated expertise in research on pedagogy and curriculum practices

  • Experience working with diverse learner groups across various levels—K–12, tertiary, and/or corporate learning

  • The ability to work effectively with students, teachers, parents, and school administrators

  • A collaborative leadership style, with a proven ability to work across stakeholder groups, promote teamwork, and lead multiple complex projects effectively

Additional Information

Work Environment:

  • In-office work setting.

Skills Required

  • Strong understanding of learning science and pedagogical approaches
  • Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related field
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in the education or EdTech sector
  • In-depth knowledge of learning science theories and instructional design models
  • Ability to design and apply pedagogical strategies to improve learning outcomes
  • Demonstrated expertise in research on pedagogy and curriculum practices
  • Experience working with diverse learner groups across K-12, tertiary, or corporate learning
  • Ability to work effectively with students, teachers, parents, and school administrators
  • Collaborative leadership style with proven ability to work across stakeholders and lead multiple complex projects
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The Company
46 Employees
Year Founded: 2010

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