Human Centered Design Manager at CorpsAfrica

Specific Responsibilities: 

• Lead and mentor a team of trainers and designers, providing guidance and support to ensure the delivery of high-quality, user-centered design training to government organizations, community foundations, and NGOs through our training center and within community settings with various stakeholders, including the communities themselves.
• Design, develop and implement customized curriculum, training materials and relevant content and solutions for clients from government, other organizations, development partners, institutions, communities and within CorpsAfrica. 
• Manage the day-to-day operations of our HCD Center, including staffing, scheduling of training sessions, maintenance, and training set-up.
• Manage all finance, fundraising, partnerships, marketing, and communications for the HCD Center in collaboration with the appropriate CorpsAfrica/Kenya and Global Support Office team members.
• Champion the voice of the rural communities within CorpsAfrica and all partner organizations working in community development.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in human-centered design, and apply this knowledge to enhance our design capabilities.
• Collaborate with senior leadership of the CorpsAfrica/Kenya office and Global Support Office to define and execute a long-term vision for human-centered design at CorpsAfrica, aligning with our organizational goals and objectives.
• Develop and implement human-centered design strategies, processes, and  best practices to drive innovation and continuous improvement across CorpsAfrica.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Design, Business Management, Community Development, Education, Training, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in a leadership role with a strong portfolio showcasing effective training programs design, curriculum development and successful application of human-centered design principles to real-world problems.
• Experience in business management and running a profitable business.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a high-performing design team.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts effectively and sell to various stakeholders.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a strong sense of accountability and a bias for action.