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M-Shule Primary School Content Developer Job in Nairobi, Kenya 2019

Career Employment Primary School Content Developer Nairobi Kenya June 2019 

M-Shule

Job Title: Primary School Content Developer

Department: Content

Reporting To: Content Team Lead

Supervising: No direct reports

Who We Are

Every child deserves to unlock their pathway to success in education and to achieve their brightest future. To help on this journey, M-Shule created the first personalized, mobile learning platform in Africa to connect students with tailored tutoring and assessments through SMS.

Meaning “mobile school” in Swahili, the system uses artificial intelligence to deliver personalised learning support in Math and English over SMS, building concept mastery, performance, and
confidence. Then M-Shule shares data and insights with their parents, schools, and organisations to power better instruction.

Who You Are

You would describe yourself as…

• A creative and innovative thinker


• An expert at finding solutions to challenging problems


• Patient and disciplined with a good eye for detail


• Passionate about making an impact for students


• Gritty, resilient, adaptable, and proactive

You can prove you have…

• 2+ years of teaching experience (preferably at the primary level)


• A strong track record of developing high-quality instructional materials


• Excellent communication, research, and writing skills


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and Google Drive


• The legal right to work in Kenya


• Preferred: Familiarity with the latest education technology

What You’ll Do

This isn’t your typical content development role!

As an M-Shule Content Associate, you will be tasked with:

Development

• Developing subject- and class-appropriate content to be delivered via SMS to primary school students at home, in-line with the Kenya national curriculum.


• Using background knowledge and research to create content in accordance with the submission, style, and learning guidelines.


• Working with Content Editors to ensure content is delivered on time and at top quality.

Design and Innovation

• Supporting the Content Team Lead in reviewing, analyzing, and understanding content effectiveness while developing new ideas to better educate our learners.

Note: This being a start-up company, you will be called upon at times to support other team members in actualizing their plans toward realizing the big goal of M-Shule.

Contract Details:

• Duration: This is a contract role, with the potential to develop into a full-time position. Duration and scope of the contract will be determined based on experience and performance.


• Location: Contract will be full-time and based in Nairobi, Kenya.


• Compensation: Based on experience. We are an early-stage startup with many opportunities for growth.

How to Apply:

Application deadline is 24th June 2019 by 5pm EAT. (Applications may be closed sooner based on volume, so don’t wait!)

Please apply by filling out the Application Form HERE. We will ask you a few questions as well as request your CV and cover letter.

Note: Please do not email us about this position.

Any applications received via any other channel(s) will be disqualified.

This position is open to applicants with the legal right to work in Kenya only.

Applicants not based in Nairobi are welcome to apply. Unfortunately, M-Shule does not cover relocation costs.

Galana Rd, Nairobi
www.m-shule.com

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