Learning and Skill Enhancement Lead (Training Manager)

Job Purpose

The Learning and Skill Enhancement Lead will oversee the implementation of the training component of the Nigeria GATEWAY Program ensuring all training activities align with program objectives and performance targets. The role involves managing the delivery of high-quality innovative and inclusive training programs designed to equip 400000 marginalized young women and youth with digital creative and business management skills to access sustainable employment opportunities in the gig economy. The Training Manager will collaborate with program stakeholders ensure effective curriculum development and delivery and track measurable outcomes for program participants.

Key Responsibilities

1. Training Strategy Design and Quality Assurance

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive training strategy that aligns with the GATEWAY Programs objectives with a strong focus on gig work readiness and inclusion of marginalized youth.

• Oversee the design development and quality assurance of inclusive industry-aligned training curricula and learning experiences in collaboration with training partners responsible for curriculum design

• Champion the integration of digital and hybrid learning modalities ensuring accessibility scalability and innovation in delivery.

• Collaborate with the MERL Specialist to establish and implement robust frameworks for measuring learning outcomes training effectiveness and continuous improvement.

2. Partnership and Ecosystem Engagement

• Forge and manage strategic partnerships with training providers content developers industry associations and gig work platforms to ensure relevance and employment linkage.

• Liaise with government agencies private sector actors and ecosystem stakeholders to align training programs with market demands and policy directions.

• Represent the program in relevant sector meetings and contribute to knowledge-sharing and policy dialogue on youth skilling and gig economy integration.

3. Team Leadership and Performance Management

• Provide strong leadership and direction to the Training Coordinators Access to Learning and Work Tools Managers and Community Managers.

• Set clear goals KPIs and performance expectations for all team members and conduct regular reviews to support growth accountability and high performance.

• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration among training access and community teams to ensure integrated and efficient program delivery.

4. Operational and Resource Management

• Plan coordinate and oversee the execution of all training-related operations including facilitator onboarding training logistics materials development and cohort scheduling.

• Manage training budgets ensuring cost-effective use of resources while maintaining quality and scale.

• Ensure timely procurement and distribution of learning tools and materials to support effective learning experiences.

5. Reporting Analytics and Program Improvement

• Prepare and submit high-quality periodic reports dashboards and presentations on training progress learner performance and employment outcomes.

• Use data-driven insights to continuously refine training content delivery methods and support mechanisms for learners.

• Coordinate participant engagement efforts including awareness campaigns and onboarding sessions to ensure optimal enrollment retention and progression of learners.

Key Performance Indicators (Year 1)

1. Design Program Curriculum

2. Training Strategy Design and Quality Assurance

3. Partnership and Stakeholder Management

4. Team Leadership and Supervision

5. Operations and Resource Management

6. Reporting and Participant Engagement

Qualifications :

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Education or a related field. 

Experience:

• At least 810 years of experience in managing large-scale training or capacity-building programs preferably targeting youth or marginalized populations.

• Proven track record of implementing skills training programs especially in digital skills creative industries or business management.

• Familiarity with the gig economy and understanding of its dynamics challenges and opportunities.

• Demonstrated experience leading national or multi-regional skills development initiatives.

• Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary training teams and partnerships.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deliver results on time and within budget.

• Excellent communication facilitation and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in digital tools for training delivery including e-learning platforms.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in data-driven decision-making.

• Knowledge of gender-inclusive approaches to training and workforce development

• Deep understanding of competency-based training digital learning ecosystems and gig economy skill trends.

• Ability to lead and coach mid-level managers and training leads.

• Strategic thinking with the ability to align training programs with broader employment and economic inclusion goals.

• Exceptional stakeholder engagement including training partners and donor partners.

• Data-driven decision-making and performance tracking capabilities.

Additional Information :

Please note that this position is offered on a renewable fixed-term basis and onsite role to be based in Lagos Nigeria

Co-creation HUB (CcHUB) is an equal opportunity employer. The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy age national origin disability status genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time