Senior Learning Experience Designer
Job Description
<p><em>Do you thrive at the intersection of creativity, systems thinking, and education? Have you led teams that turn abstract ideas into powerful, learner-centred programs? Are you skilled at translating complex industry insights into engaging curricula that scale globally? Do you find energy in managing projects from concept to launch while mentoring designers to deliver excellence? Are you passionate about building innovative learning experiences that shape the future of work and creativity across Africa? If so, then this might just be the role for you.</em></p> <h2><strong><br></strong><strong>About ALX Africa</strong></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">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. </span><strong>By 2030, we aim to empower 2 million Africans to secure sustainable tech careers.</strong></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">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.</span></p> <p><strong>We achieve this by:</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Providing young professionals with access to the most in-demand tech skills that will power the future.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Empowering the next generation of technology innovators, entrepreneurs, and business leaders through challenging, real-world coursework.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Building a lifelong, impactful community of tech professionals that support them at all stages of their career journey. </span></li> </ul> <p><strong>Our impact thus far:</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>347k+ </strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">graduates since 2020</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>257k</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"> youth in work</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>31k </strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">youth starting own ventures</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>60k</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"> youth in jobs created by entrepreneurs</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Visit our website </span><a href="http://www.alxafrica.com"><strong>www.alxafrica.com</strong></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to learn more about our digital revolution.</span></p> <p> </p> <h2><strong>Role Summary</strong></h2> <p>The <strong>Senior Learning Experience Designer</strong> manages a team of Learning Experience Designers, oversees the creation of high-quality curricula, and ensures all programs align with our learning principles and strategic goals. You will act as both a coach and a project manager