Program Manager

Company Description Kishron Innovation Hub is a scalable edtech organization focused on building Africa’s future workforce by equipping children aged 5–16 with coding and AI skills. The hub helps learners move from being passive consumers of technology to active innovators, emphasizing cognitive development and practical application. Programs are designed to strengthen problem-solving, critical thinking, resilience, and creativity, preparing learners to be relevant across diverse fields. Kishron Innovation Hub is driven by the belief that every child can think, create, and innovate when given the right tools and support.

Role Description The Program Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing educational programs that teach coding and AI to children aged 5–16. This full-time remote role involves designing curricula and learning pathways, managing program timelines, and overseeing delivery quality across online sessions and learning materials. The Program Manager will collaborate with instructors, instructional designers, and stakeholders to ensure programs meet learning goals, align with the organization’s mission, and remain engaging and age-appropriate. The role also includes monitoring program performance, analyzing feedback and learning outcomes, and implementing improvements. Additional responsibilities may include managing partnerships, supporting marketing and outreach initiatives, and reporting on program impact and key metrics to leadership.

Qualifications

• Program and project management skills, including planning, coordination, scheduling, and progress tracking for multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Experience in education or edtech, preferably with curriculum development, instructional design, or youth-focused learning programs in STEM, coding, or AI.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills for working with instructors, parents, partners, and internal teams.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret data, evaluate program effectiveness, and implement continuous improvements.
• Comfort with digital tools and remote work environments, including learning management systems, video conferencing platforms, and productivity software.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage priorities, and deliver results in a fast-paced, mission-driven setting.
• Experience working with children or youth-focused organizations is an advantage, with sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and learning needs.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Program Management, Business, Social Sciences, or a related field; equivalent practical experience may also be considered.