Andela is changing the world. We find the brightest young people in Africa, train them to be world-class developers, and connect them with companies around the world seeking top technical talent. Our greatest impact will be witnessed in the years to come, as Andela Fellows graduate from the Fellowship with the skills and network to found and lead organizations that will transform the global tech landscape.
We want you to change the world with us. With the Andela Training Team, you have the opportunity to train the brightest rising technology leaders in Africa and help us build one of the best training programs on earth.
Job Title: Simulations Facilitator
Andela is seeking a Simulations Facilitator to train Andela Fellows in a comprehensive set of technical and professional skills necessary for world-class software development. Andela Fellows join us for a four-year paid Fellowship. Fellows undergo extensive training, work remotely as core team members in startups and fortune 500 companies around the world, and grow into founders and leaders of organizations that will impact the world through technology.
The Fellowship begins with extensive simulations-based training that prepares Fellows to build world-class software products in globally distributed teams. We want you to take a lead role in that crucial first stage of the Fellowship. You will facilitate daily technical and professional skill training, create and run immersive simulation scenarios, and give Andela Fellows the support and guidance necessary to ensure they grow into world-class software developers and global tech leaders.
We are looking for someone who:
Can impart their understanding of software engineering to the brightest minds in Africa at the beginning of their journey toward global tech leadership
Can vividly describe a world-class software developer, how they work on a daily basis, and the challenges they face working remotely with global clients
Craves the change and challenges inherent to technology startups and thrives when adapting to different roles and environments
Join us as we build the best technical training program in the world and support a generation of African technology leaders that will transform the continent.
You May Be a Great Fit for this Role If…
You have at least 2+ years experience working in the technology industry
You have experience writing code
You are familiar with agile development and software project management
You love to learn, listen, create and inspire others
Your speaking and writing abilities are exceptional
You maintain the highest standards for yourself and those around you
You are an unconventional thinker with unstoppable initiative, capable of balancing creativity and enthusiasm for change with mission-focus, patience, and prioritization
You can talk for hours about the software development lifecycle and the mind of the world-class software craftsman
You are a good person and you are great to work with
In this Role You Will…
Facilitate daily professional skills training
Create and run simulations scenarios that instil a comprehensive set of technical and professional skills
Role play a variety of simulation characters, such as product managers, technical team leads, and CTOs
Track knowledge, behavior, and beliefs demonstrated in training scenarios
Give direct, actionable feedback and handle difficult conversations with many different types of people
Hold in-training development teams accountable to building real, high-quality software products
Pilot, test, and iterate curriculum and facilitation methods
Adapt to yet-to-be-defined responsibilities as Andela grows and evolves
Benefits and Compensation
Full-time compensation
Medical coverage
Light breakfast and lunch provided daily
Unconventional, dynamic, and passion-rich working environment
Opportunity to work with the brightest minds on the planet
Oh, and a chance to change the world!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
How to Apply
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