alx_africa
Senior Learning Experience Designer
Employer explicitly allows international or location-independent remote work.
Worldwide
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Salary
~$155k–$215k
Location
Worldwide
Timezone
Not stated
Contract
Full-time
Experience
Senior
Category
Design
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Remote flexibility
Work from anywhere
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About the role
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.
About ALX Africa
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:
347k+ graduates since 2020
257k youth in work
31k youth starting own ventures
60k youth in jobs created by entrepreneurs
Visit our website to learn more about our digital revolution.
Role Summary
The Senior Learning Experience Designer 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: guiding the design team, setting up workflows, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining quality. You’ll collaborate with subject matter experts, industry partners, and internal teams to develop innovative programs in fast-growing fields, ensuring they are scalable, practical, and impactful.
Specific Responsibilities
Program & Curriculum Development
Oversee the design of new programs, ensuring learning experiences are practical, scalable, and industry-relevant.
Ensure curricula and assessments embody our learning design principles and align with the desired competencies.
Collaborate with industry subject matter experts and institutions to co-create cutting-edge program content.
Team Leadership & Project Management
Lead and coach Learning Experience Designers, providing feedback and professional development in instructional design, media integration, and data-informed storytelling.
Manage design workflows, sprints, and retrospectives to ensure smooth delivery.
Requirements
- ·Proven track record in instructional design, learning experience design, or curriculum development. Experience leading teams of designers or educators, with strong coaching and mentorship abilities.
- ·Demonstrated experience managing large-scale program development projects.
- ·Experience working with or integrating AI-powered learning or assessment tools.
- ·Beneficial: exposure to creative industries, digital media, or emerging technology fields.
- ·Beneficial: Prior experience working in accredited or competency-based education programs is a plus.
Benefits
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How to apply
- 1Check the flexibility label above, work from anywhere, matches where you plan to live and work.
- 2Tailor your CV to the role at alx_africa, mentioning your remote working experience.
- 3Apply directly on the employer's careers page using the button below. Nomaders never handles your application.
Found 2d ago via Himalayas. Last checked 19 Sept. Always confirm the details on the original posting, salary and location can change after publication.
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