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Kampala, Ug

Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

●Managing the NSSF Hi-Innovator Program's learning management system to address partner access and learner issues, oversee enrollments, monitor course content, and ensure completion.●Understand SME needs by taking a keen interest in the gaps identified within the businesses supported and market opportunities by engaging with the knowledge and learning specialist and other strategic partners on a regular basis.● Identification of partners: Collaborating with the partnership lead to identify and work with any partners that could support the development or syndication of content based on their industry experience.● Content development and curation by supporting the development of content into various formats by coordinating with any external content partners or internal stakeholders based on internal knowledge products. Further refine any content based on learnings to ensure it continuouslymeets the needs of entrepreneur learners. This includes curriculum and content for the NSSF Hi-Innovator pre-accelerator and accelerator.● Community support: Working to support the team to strengthen the community of entrepreneurs most especially the NSSF Hi-Innovator online business academy of the initiative by using various methods that include hosting learning labs, conferences, master classes, speaker sessions, meetings, and responding to inquiries to keep the entrepreneurs engaged on the NSSF Hi-Innovator business academy.● Recruitment: Supporting with monitoring of enterprise learning progress and related outcomes with the goal of driving a good quality business pipeline into the various phases of the NSSF Hi-innovator initiative for further support.● Quality assurance: Implement rigorous quality assurance processes to ensure all businesses meet industry standards and regulatory requirements for the NSSF Hi-Innovator accelerator. Generate detailed reports and analysis on quality metrics, providing actionable insights to senior management for strategic decision-making.

Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

•Built the capacity of over 200 local trainers, partners & master trainers from various organizations in Uganda, Nigeria, Kenya, Europe & Asia in delivering Street Business School’s training methodologies during both online & in-person workshops.• Created visually appealing posters, infographics, and other materials that supported training content and marketing efforts.•Facilitated training sessions for participants, both in-person and possibly through virtual platforms.•Designed and developed training curricula and modules that align with Street Business School’s objectives and methodologies.•Organized & worked with hotel management for training logistics for in-person workshops.•Provided world-class trainings during both in-person & online workshops.•Supported partner engagement through outreach programs & reached out to over 300 NGOs. Collaborated with both international & local organizations, NGOs, and other stakeholders to expand Street Business School’s reach and impact.•Supported M&E department in training taro works & reporting on partner engagements during in-person workshops. Assessed the effectiveness of training programs through participant feedback, evaluations, and performance metrics.•Provided 1-on-1 coaching sessions to over 200 assigned global partner organizations to expand Street Business School’s reach and impact.•Implemented quality assurance measures to enhance workshop delivery and participant experience, prepared zoom reports & ran online workshops as a zoom driver.•Prepared post-workshop reports summarizing attendance, participant feedback, and other metrics.•Analyzed data to assess workshop effectiveness and inform future improvements.•Provided training and guidance to presenters and moderators on Zoom platform functionalities and best practices for virtual delivery.

Mbale, Uganda

•Designed recruitment posters to attract talented individuals & students to join Educate! Uganda virtual innovation program, effectively communicating opportunities and benefits.•Created graduation certificates for VIP Bootcamp participants, reflecting their achievement and recognition within the entrepreneurship program.•Produced recruitment videos showcasing the impact and opportunities offered by Educate! Uganda, engaging potential candidates visually and emotionally.•Developed entrepreneurship content and designed training sessions for the youth virtual innovation program, equipping participants with essential skills and knowledge.•Designed capacity-building sessions for both youth participants and staff, enhancing their effectiveness in delivering educational programs and support.•Created marketing animations & radio jingles that effectively communicated Educate! Uganda's mission, programs, and impact to stakeholders and the public.

Mbale, Uganda

•Trained over 65 student mentors to effectively run virtual programs, ensuring smooth delivery of educational content and mentorship.•Trained over 25 youth leaders in monitoring and supporting student mentors, enhancing program effectiveness and participant support.•Designed VIP bootcamp entrepreneurship sessions tailored to participants' needs, fostering entrepreneurial skills and innovation.•Built systems and strategies for the recruitment of over 6000 youths into the VIP program, optimizing outreach and engagement efforts.•Designed surveys to gather feedback and assess impact for youths participating in the Virtual Innovation program, informing program enhancements and future initiatives.

Mbale-Kapchorwa Uganda

•Oversaw budgetary allocations and operational logistics for 11 mentors, 22 schools, headteachers, and 44 teacher associates across Mbale & Kapchorwa districts as part of program management responsibilities at Educate! Uganda.•Recruited 22 secondary schools into the Educate! Experience Program in Mbale & Kapchorwa district, expanding educational opportunities for students.•Recruited, trained & managed over 22 school administrators and 44 teacher associates in personal and professional development through monthly visits to 22 schools, enhancing leadership and instructional skills in Mbale & Kapchorwa districts.•Recruited, trained & managed 44 teacher fellows as Student Business Club patrons and business leaders through monthly phone calls and on-site training sessions, fostering entrepreneurial skills among educators and students.•Recruited, trained & managed 11 mentors to deliver the Educate! Experience program in 22 schools in Kapchorwa & Mbale district, ensuring program quality and consistency in educational delivery.

Jinja,Uganda

•Recruited and trained 8 mentors on leadership and entrepreneurship to support educational initiatives across 19 schools, fostering mentorship and skills development in Jinja City.•Organized and conducted annual inter-skills event days with 19 schools, providing hands-on training to students in practical skills such as liquid soap making, candle making, shower gel production, and mosquito repellent crafting.•Conducted club surveys and evaluations in collaboration with the Program Officer and co-mentors across 20 schools, gathering feedback to assess program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.•Researched and recruited local vendors in accordance with administrative procedures for district events, ensuring logistical support and successful execution of educational and community initiatives.•Managed logistics for the Jinja community unit to facilitate the implementation of the Educate! Experience program, including the distribution of scholar handbooks, school workbooks, mentor manuals, and training materials.•Assisted in reporting and managing all events in Jinja, collaborating with the district program officer to coordinate the implementation of the Educate! Experience program across 21 secondary schools.•Facilitated mentor training inductions by managing logistics and coordinating with schools to support the program officer, ensuring smooth and seamless execution of Educate! Experience activities.

Jinja

•Mentored over 600 secondary school students at three partner schools, including Wanyange Girls and MM Wairaka College, using the Educate! Experience curriculum to equip students with essential entrepreneurial skills.•Recruited and trained over 600 students weekly at 3 partner schools (Wanyange Girls, MM Wairaka College, and Masese Girls) on leadership and entrepreneurship skills, fostering personal and professional development.•Organized and conducted 15 community days in Jinja, coordinating student efforts to clean markets and hospitals, promoting community service and civic engagement.•Organized 6 skills days where 800 students were instructed in product-making skills such as liquid soap making, candle making, shampoo making, and others, enhancing practical knowledge and vocational skills.•Coordinated 6 mentoring weeks mentoring over 500 secondary school students on leadership and entrepreneurship across three schools, providing guidance and support for career development and personal growth.•Collaborated with headteachers and coordinated with associate headteachers of 21 secondary schools to ensure the effective implementation of the program, reporting progress to the youth leader and program officer.