AI and Cloud Technologies Trainer

About UpSkill Digital

UpSkill Digital - founded in 2015 - is on a mission to empower all people to succeed in the digital age. Through human-centred, experiential learning programmes, we work with businesses and communities - supported by a global network of coaches, trainers and digital experts - to empower people and stimulate economies from a grassroots level, and we need YOU to help us drive our learning programmes to achieve long-lasting change.

About the challenge

The AI and Cloud Technologies Trainer will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive training program to the public sector, government officials, and policymakers across Africa. The training aims to enhance participants' understanding of and confidence in AI and Cloud technologies, focusing on their impact, opportunities, and risks.

About the challenge

Training Delivery:

• Deliver high-quality training sessions on AI and cloud technologies.
• Use the publicly available frameworks to structure training content, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of data, infrastructure, policy, and education.
• Adapt training materials to different learning environments, whether in-person, remote, or hybrid sessions.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Engage with a variety of stakeholders to understand their specific learning needs and challenges.
• Provide tailored advice and guidance to participants, helping them apply the concepts learned to their specific contexts.

Assessment and Feedback:

• Assess the effectiveness of your training sessions by ensuring participant feedback completion (via our satisfaction surveys), assessments, and engagement metrics.
• Provide constructive feedback to participants to aid their understanding and application of AI and cloud technologies.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated on the latest developments in AI, cloud technologies, and their applications for social good, particularly within Africa.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of training programs by incorporating new insights, technologies, and best practices.

Qualifications and experience

Essential qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, International development or a related field.
• Professional certification in Google Cloud Platform (e.g., Google Cloud Certified - Professional Data Engineer, Professional Cloud Architect).
• Proven experience (minimum 3 years) as an AI Trainer or similar role.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in facilitating classroom-based training sessions, specifically in technical subjects such as AI, cloud technologies, or related fields, with a proven ability to engage participants, manage group dynamics, and adapt teaching methods to different adult learning styles.
• Strong knowledge of AI technologies, including machine learning, deep learning, NLP, and computer vision.
• Experience with AI frameworks and tools.
• Ability to travel for training sessions and conferences if required.
• Advanced skills in using digital platforms and interactive tools for remote training, such as Zoom, Google Meet, and interactive whiteboard tools.

Desired qualifications and experience:

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in AI, Data Science, or a related field.
• Certification or formal training in AI ethics, data privacy, or relevant policy frameworks.
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English, with proficiency in at least one additional language spoken widely in Africa (French desirable)

Regions

• Kenya
• Nigeria
• South Africa

We would love to get a feel for your approach and personality, so if you feel you would be a great fit, please submit your application. We believe in transparency here at UpSkill, so we wanted to share a little more about our recruitment process:

UpSkill Digital is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We pride ourselves on being an equal-opportunity employer. All relevant and qualified applicants will be considered regardless of religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability and age.