Entrepreneurial Leadership Programme Manager

ABOUT ALU

At the African Leadership University (ALU), we're more than just an institution—we're a catalyst for transformation. Our mission is to develop a new generation of ethical and entrepreneurial leaders who will shape Africa's future. Through our innovative curriculum, focus on experiential learning, and vibrant pan-African community, we empower students to become changemakers, problem-solvers, and innovators. At ALU, we're not just teaching; we're nurturing the leaders who will drive Africa's progress and prosperity in the 21st century

We are dedicated to fostering an open yet secure environment, balancing the safety of students, staff, and visitors with respect for individual rights, and safeguarding responsibilities.

HOW WE WORK

The ALU Team works in starkly different ways to traditional academic bureaucracies. We approach education from first principles, empower individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and work closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.

The African Leadership University is committed to ensuring the safety and Well-being of all students under our care. As part of this commitment , we have a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place , which outlines our Zero-tolerance approach to any violation of safeguarding.

ABOUT ROLE

The Entrepreneurial Leadership (BEL) Programme Manager is responsible for the end-to-end student experience, encompassing the design, delivery, learning, and assessment of the BSc (Hons) Entrepreneurial Leadership programme at the ALU. The manager will also be responsible for implementing the quality assurance and enhancement processes for the programme, the line management of the BEL faculty and leads, and other associated activities to ensure the successful delivery of the programme. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills, with experience in higher education and leadership development. This position is essential for enhancing the student learning experience and contributing to the institution’s mission.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Leadership and Management 

• Oversee Program Delivery: Manage the end-to-end student and faculty experience for the BSc (Hons) Entrepreneurial Leadership programme in alignment with the university's teaching and learning strategy.
• Team Leadership: Lead and manage a team responsible for delivering the teaching, learning and assessment to students throughout their learning journey. 
• Faculty Development: Oversee the development and performance management of the faculty team, ensuring continuous professional growth and alignment with the programme’s objectives. 

Curriculum Design and Delivery 

• Curriculum Development: In collaboration with the Learning Experience, Design and Implementation team, the curriculum committee, the faculty and the Quality Assurance team, review and redesign the curriculum to meet the evolving needs of students, industry partners, and other relevant stakeholders. 
• Evidence-based Educational Practices: Ensure the programme utilises evidence-based pedagogical approaches, aligned with the students’ needs and the institution's teaching and learning strategy. 
• Content Curation: Collaborate with global experts to curate and maintain cutting-edge learning experiences. 
• Learning Facilitation: Facilitate learning through class sessions, office hours, written feedback, and other teaching methods, fostering an engaging and effective educational environment. 

Quality Assurance and Enhancement 

• Program Review: Lead the annual program review to keep the programme and its modules up-to-date and aligned with the institution’s learning model and strategy, implementing the necessary changes based on review findings. 
• Teaching and Learning Enhancement: Implement teaching and learning enhancements based on feedback from periodic reviews, student evaluations, and other quality assurance instruments. 
• Quality Compliance: Ensure that learning materials, assessments, and other relevant components meet both internal and external quality standards.

Student Experience and Support 

• Student Support: Regularly review Learning Management System reports, student attendance, and the students-at-risk register to identify students who may require intervention, and collaborate with the relevant student support teams to provide necessary assistance. 
• Seamless Experience: Collaborate with other teams to ensure a seamless and supportive student experience throughout their learning journey. 

Institutional Service and Academic Governance 

• Assessment Board Participation: Represent the BEL programme and actively participate in decision-making processes as a member of the assessment board. 
• Senate Engagement: Contribute to institutional service by engaging in the Senate and its sub-committees, providing valuable input and leadership. 

Other Responsibilities 

• Additional Duties: Perform other activities as required by the Academic Director or the institution to ensure the successful delivery of the programme and carry out any other reasonable duties as assigned by the line manager. 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Essential 

• Master’s degree or higher in Business Administration, Social Sciences, Leadership or related subjects. 
• At least 5 years of experience in leadership, leadership education and development, experiential education, or similar roles within higher education. 
• Proven experience in curriculum design, development, and quality assurance in higher education. 
• Strong communication (oral and written), interpersonal and presentation skills. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail. 
• Demonstrated ability in team leadership, mentoring, and performance management. 
• Proficiency in Learning Management Systems (LMS) and educational technologies, such as Canvas, Salesforce, etc. 
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask, prioritise own work, and work independently.

Desirable 

• Experience in programme management and leadership at a higher education institution.
• Experience with innovative learning techniques in higher education. 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, demonstrating high comfort with self-directed work and navigating ambiguity effectively. 
• Openness to critique and curiosity to learn from other perspectives. 
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. 
• Strong regional and international network with NGOs, startup incubators, accelerators, etc. 
• Additional industry or educational credentials, particularly in education, leadership, or entrepreneurship.