Jobs at Alfred and Victoria Associates

The Role

• We’re looking for a Frontend Engineer who understands that building for education is not the same as building typical SaaS products.
• This role sits at the intersection of learning experience and engineering turning complex educational needs into simple, intuitive interfaces.
• You’ll be building highly interactive learning environments.
• Think video players that track progress, collaborative tools for live classes, gamified quizzes, and adaptive learning flows. Performance and accessibility are not optional here—they directly impact whether someone can learn effectively or not.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Build Interactive Learning Experiences: Develop reusable UI components for high- engagement features such as drag-and-drop assessments, math editors, code sandboxes, and interactive timelines.
• Focus on Performance & Reliability: Ensure fast load times (even on 3G networks) and smooth performance across low-end devices like Chromebooks and tablets.
• Implement Accessibility Standards: Build with WCAG 2.1 AA in mind including keyboard navigation, screen reader support, and high-contrast interfaces.
• Work with Media & Real-Time Systems-Integrate video streaming (HLS/MPEG- DASH), live classes (WebRTC), and real-time collaboration features using WebSockets.
• Manage Complex Client State: Handle long-lived and dynamic state such as video progress tracking, unsaved quiz data, and offline syncing.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with product managers and instructional designers to translate learning goals into functional UI.
• Support LMS Integrations (Nice to have): Work with standards like LTI or xAPI to enable learning data tracking and platform interoperability.

Core Requirements

• Strong experience with TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3 (Tailwind, Sass, or Styled Components)
• Deep experience with React (preferred) or Vue/Angular
• Experience with testing frameworks (Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress)
• Comfortable with Git workflows (GitHub/GitLab).

Nice to Have (EdTech Experience):

• Experience with video players like Video.js, HLS.js, or Shaka Player
• Exposure to gamification tools (Phaser, PixiJS) or Canvas APIs
• Understanding of data privacy standards (FERPA, COPPA, GDPR).

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Job Overview

• We are looking for a Technical Project Manager who not only plans and tracks projects but also actively participates in code test validation and quality assurance processes.
• You will bridge development, QA, and instructional teams while ensuring that every software deliverable meets both functional and pedagogical quality standards.
• This role is ideal for someone with a technical background who wants to stay hands-on with code reviews, test scripts, and bug triage while managing the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Coordination:

• Define project scope, timelines, and priorities across features like learning modules, quizzes, video content, and platform improvements
• Run Agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) and keep the team aligned
• Track progress using tools like Jira, ClickUp, or Asana, and provide clear updates on risks and dependencies
• Work with product and curriculum teams to ensure requirements are clear and buildable.

Quality & Testing Oversight:

• Ensure that features meet agreed acceptance criteria before release Support QA by validating key user flows (e.g., login, lesson access, quiz submissions, video playback)
• Review test coverage at a high level ensuring critical paths are tested, not necessarily writing tests yourself
• Coordinate testing cycles and follow up on bugs to resolution
• Lead basic bug triage sessions with developers and QA to prioritize and close issues
• Help define simple, practical release criteria (e.g., no critical bugs, core flows working as expected)
• Working with Engineering
• Collaborate with developers to ensure features are testable and well-defined before development starts
• Be comfortable reviewing pull requests from a functional perspective (not deep code critique, but does it solve the problem?)
• Occasionally run builds locally or follow test steps when needed
• Ensure documentation (requirements, test cases, release notes) is clear and up to date.

Cross-Team Collaboration:

• Act as the bridge between engineering, product, and instructional teams
• Help non-technical stakeholders understand what’s feasible and what isn’t
• Support basic UAT (User Acceptance Testing) with internal teams before releases Technical Understanding (Practical, Not Theoretical)
• Basic understanding of frontend technologies (e.g., JavaScript, React) and how web applications work
• Familiarity with testing concepts (unit tests, integration tests, manual QA)
• Comfortable using tools like Jira, ClickUp, or similar
• Basic Git awareness—you should be able to follow PR discussions and understand what’s being changed.

Experience

• 3 - 5 years’ experience as a Technical Project Manager, Project Manager, QA Lead, or similar role in a tech environment
• Experience working with product and engineering teams on web or mobile applications

Nice to Have:

• Experience working on EdTech or content-driven platforms
• Exposure to video-based platforms or LMS system
• Familiarity with tools like Cypress, Jest, or similar (at a coordination level)
• Awareness of accessibility and performance considerations.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Performance bonus tied to quality metrics (e.g., escaped bugs, test pass rate).
• Flexible work hours + remote-friendly policy.
• The satisfaction of knowing your QA work directly impacts thousands of students across Africa.

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Role Purpose

• The Head of HR, Admin & Operations is responsible for building and managing the internal backbone of the organization. This includes overseeing human resources, administrative systems, financial governance (through the Finance Officer), and overall operational efficiency.
• The goal is to ensure structure, accountability, compliance, and operational excellence as the organization scales.

Core Responsibilities
Human Resources Leadership:

• Develop and implement HR strategy aligned with business growth
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning
• Design performance management systems (KPIs, appraisals)
• Establish employee policies and compliance standards
• Manage staff welfare, engagement, and disciplinary processes
• Oversee payroll (with Finance Officer)

Operations Management:

• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across departments
• Coordinate operations across Learning, Sales, Partnerships, and Finance
• Ensure efficient scheduling of programs and events
• Monitor service delivery standards and operational risks
• Implement internal reporting frameworks

Financial Oversight

• Oversee budgeting and cost control
• Review financial reports and cash flow
• Monitor program profitability and expenditure
• Ensure audit readiness and compliance
• Support financial planning and forecasting

Administrative Oversight:

• Supervise Administrative Officer
• Oversee facility management
• Manage procurement and vendors
• Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping

Governance & Compliance:

• Implement governance controls
• Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance
• Develop risk management frameworks
• Maintain contract documentation

KPIs

• Staff retention & performance improvement
• Operational efficiency
• Budget adherence & cost control
• Payroll accuracy
• Compliance & audit readiness
• SOP implementation rate

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
• 3–5+ years’ experience in HR & operations leadership
• Experience managing finance and admin teams
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian labor laws
• Strong financial and operational management skills

Preferred:

• MBA or HR certification
• Experience in EdTech or education sector

Core Competencies:

• Leadership & organizational design
• Financial literacy
• Process optimization
• Risk management
• Decision-making & accountability.

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Role Overview

• We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Graphics Executive to design compelling visual content that strengthens our brand identity and enhances user engagement.
• The ideal candidate will translate ideas into visually appealing designs across digital and print platforms, supporting marketing, product, and communication efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Design high-quality graphics for social media, websites, presentations, ads, and marketing campaigns
• Develop visual concepts that align with brand guidelines and communication strategy
• Create engaging assets including banners, flyers, infographics, and digital ads
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and content teams to execute campaigns
• Ensure consistency of brand identity across all visual touchpoints
• Edit and optimize images, illustrations, and layouts for various platforms
• Support UI/UX design needs for digital products when required
• Stay updated on design trends, tools, and best practices
• Manage multiple design projects and meet deadlines efficiently.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Quality and consistency of visual content
• Engagement rate on designed assets (likes, shares, clicks)
• Turnaround time for design requests
• Brand consistency across platforms
• Contribution to campaign success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2 - 4 years of experience in graphic design or a similar role
• Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative and impactful design work
• Good understanding of typography, color theory, and layout principles
• Basic knowledge of motion graphics or video editing is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and creativity
• Ability to take feedback and iterate designs quickly.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in EdTech, tech startups, or youth-focused brands
• Familiarity with UI/UX tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD)
• Knowledge of branding and visual storytelling
• Experience creating content for social media campaigns
• Basic animation skills (After Effects or similar tools).

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape the visual identity of a growing EdTech platform
• Creative freedom and collaborative team culture
• Career growth opportunities
• Flexible work environment.

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Role Overview

• We are seeking a talented Backend Developer to design, build, and scale the server-side logic, databases, and APIs that power our learning platform.
• You will work closely with frontend developers, instructional designers, and DevOps engineers to deliver a seamless, secure, and high-performance experience for thousands of learners.
• If you are passionate about clean code, system architecture, and the EdTech mission, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• API Development & Integration–Design, implement, and maintain RESTful / GraphQL APIs to support frontend applications (student dashboards, lab interfaces, assessment engines).
• Database Management–Create efficient database schemas (SQL and NoSQL), optimize queries, and ensure data integrity for user progress, course content, and simulation results.
• Authentication & Security–Implement robust user authentication (JWT, OAuth2), role- based access control (RBAC), and data encryption to protect student information and lab environments.
• Scalability & Performance–Build scalable backend services capable of handling concurrent lab sessions, real-time progress tracking, and asynchronous task queues (e.g., Celery, Bull, or similar).
• Integration with Third-Party Services–Connect with payment gateways, LMS tools (LTI standards), analytics platforms, and cloud-based lab orchestration systems (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Testing & Documentation–Write unit/integration tests, maintain API documentation (Swagger/OpenAPI), and participate in code reviews.
• Monitoring & Debugging–Set up logging, error tracking, and performance monitoring to ensure high availability and rapid incident response.
• Collaboration–Work in an agile environment with product managers, frontend developers, and QA engineers to deliver features on schedule.

Required Qualifications

• Experience – 3+ years of professional backend development experience (EdTech or high- traffic web applications preferred).
• Languages – Strong proficiency in at least one of: Node.js (TypeScript), Python (Django/Flask/FastAPI), or go. Knowledge of multiple is a plus.
• Databases – Solid experience with PostgreSQL or MySQL, and familiarity with Redis or MongoDB.
• API Design – Proven track record of building RESTful APIs; GraphQL experience is a bonus.
• Version Control – Proficient with Git and collaborative workflows (GitHub/GitLab).
• Cloud & DevOps basics – Experience deploying applications on AWS, GCP, or Azure (EC2, Lambda, RDS, S3). Basic Docker knowledge.
• Security mindset – Understanding of common web vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10) and secure coding practices.
• Problem-solving – Ability to debug complex distributed systems and optimize performance bottlenecks.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Have):

• Experience with real-time communication (WebSockets, Socket.io, or MQTT) for live lab environments.
• Knowledge of message brokers (RabbitMQ, Kafka) and task queues.
• Familiarity with LMS standards (SCORM, xAPI, LTI) or gamification engines.
• Exposure to infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation) and CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
• Background in cybersecurity or networking concepts (TCP/IP, Wi-Fi protocols, penetration testing tools)–a strong plus for WifiCombat’s domain.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible working hours and remote-first culture.
• Opportunity to shape the backend architecture of a fast-growing EdTech platform.
• Learning stipend for courses, certifications, and conferences (including security certifications).
• Equipment budget (laptop, monitors, etc.).
• Collaborative, inclusive environment with minimal bureaucracy.
• Direct impact on the learning experience of thousands of students.