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  • Posted: Feb 19, 2016
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    Andela is a global talent accelerator that produces world-class remote developers and connects them with top employers. Andela finds the brightest young people in Africa and gives them the training and mentorship needed to thrive as full-time, remote developers for companies around the world. The company is backed by investors including Steve Case, Omidya...
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    Soft Skills Trainer

    The Andela Family

    • Andela is a family of innovators and changemakers.
    • Students begin leading class on day two if not sooner.
    • Trainers lead dance parties and difficult conversations with equal ease.
    • Following the rules perfectly misses the point - we are a community of creators.
    • We speak honestly, even when it takes courage.
    • We are lifelong learners who strive for mastery of our craft.
    • We believe we are going to change the world and act accordingly.
    • We choose extraordinary people, then trust them to do the right thing.

    Primary Responsibilities
    Soft Skills Trainers train Fellows to master a comprehensive set of nontechnical skills (e.g. communication, team dynamics, problem solving) necessary for success as world-class remote software developer. Primary responsibility for the incoming Soft Skills Trainer will be to lead the MONTH ONE Program, an intensive 4-week soft skills onboarding program that aims to:

    • Build a solid foundation for world-class performance with international software development companies.
    • Utilize unconventional teaching methods that are highly engaging, student-driven, laser-focused on the specific needs of Andela clients, and reject the outdated and counterproductive status quo of traditional education models.
    • Establish a culture of excellence, passion, collaboration, and integrity.
    • Set clear and rigorous expectations for required effort and outcomes from the start of the 4-year Fellowship.
    • Break and rebuild habits, mindsets, and beliefs while providing framework for developing extraordinary life and work practices.

    Required Abilities/Qualifications

    • Teaching experience (teacher, coach, counselor, etc.).
    • Master in energy manipulation within self and among groups
    • Exceptional professional writing and public speaking abilities.
    • Extraordinarily dynamic and adaptable high performer, capable of making progress on multiple high-priority tasks in a fast-paced startup environment.
    • Unconventional thinker with unstoppable initiative; capable of balancing creativity and enthusiasm for change with mission-focus, patience and prioritization.
    • Uncommon ability to coach and mentor others with a keen understanding of their strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles.
    • A good person who is driven by purpose, passion, constant learning, and the pursuit of excellence.

    Preferred Abilities/Qualifications

    • Strong understanding of pedagogical concepts (e.g. curriculum, assessment, integrated learning).
    • Demonstrable experience building and managing programs (e.g. education programs, large-scale events, entrepreneurship).
    • Experience with Google Docs, Trello, or similar communication and collaboration technologies.
    • Experience working with Skype, Slack, Google Hangouts, or other remote communication technologies.
    • Experience living and working internationally.
    • Some exposure to the world of software development.

    Benefits & Compensation

    • Full-time compensation
    • Full medical coverage
    • Light breakfast and lunch provided daily
    • Unconventional, dynamic, and passion-filled working environment
    • Opportunity to work with the brightest minds on the planet
    • Oh, and a chance to change the world!

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