Corporate Training Specialist

Do you have experience designing and delivering dynamic corporate training workshops that transform complex technical concepts into engaging learning experiences? Are you skilled at commanding a room of executives while making data analytics, AI, and data science concepts relevant to their business challenges? Can you confidently adapt learning materials for both virtual and in-person delivery while maintaining the highest levels of engagement and knowledge retention? If any of these attributes sound like you, this might 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. 

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

ROLE SUMMARY

ALX Africa is looking for an experienced facilitator to take on the role of Corporate Training Specialist. This role will involve developing, curating and delivering both technical and non-technical workshops to corporate clients. The candidate should ideally be located close to Johannesburg or Cape Town, South Africa. 

These workshops will span across an array of topics and will likely involve material we cover in our courses, such as Data Analytics, AI, and Data Science. While we have existing material, a large part of the role would be to augment it to serve the purpose and audience in the workshops.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate engaging, interactive workshops for diverse corporate audiences.
• Travel to present in-person workshops - also internationally if required.
• Design and customize workshop content to meet specific client needs and objectives.
• Adapt existing course materials to create impactful learning experiences.
• Deliver technical concepts (Data Analytics, AI, and Data Science) in accessible ways.
• Confidently engage with C-suite and senior leadership during workshop sessions.
• Create supplementary learning materials that enhance core content.
• Gather and incorporate feedback to continuously improve workshop quality.
• Interact with our sales and brand teams to align on how workshops are promoted.
• Mentor and oversee junior facilitators where necessary.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS - ESSENTIAL

• 3-5 years experience building, leading and facilitating workshops. Lecturing experience could also be beneficial.
• 2-3 years of experience working with corporate clients in the training space, OR
• Experience at a corporate institution and a thorough understanding of the hurdles for rolling out training and workshops in these companies.
• Engaging personality, confident in interactions with senior-level leadership during workshops.
• Tertiary degree, ideally from a quantitative background and some knowledge regarding the fields of Data Science, Analytics and AI. 
• Comfort with both in-person and virtual training delivery.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS - PREFERABLE

• Experience adapting curriculum to different learning contexts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and executive presence.

PERSON SPECIFICATION/ATTRIBUTES

• Courage: Willingness to speak up, challenge the status quo, and embrace new challenges.
• Humility: Openness to learning, seeking help when needed, and a focus on serving others.
• Adventure: A passion for setting ambitious goals, tackling difficult tasks, and finding joy in the journey.
• Initiative: Proactive problem-solving, a sense of ownership, and a willingness to go above and beyond.
• Resilience: The ability to bounce back from setbacks, persevere through challenges, and emerge stronger.

Due to the considerable amount of virtual working 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 web collaboration and video conferencing is essential. As an employee, you will be encouraged to continually develop your capability & attain certifications to reflect your growth as an individual.