Associate, Shamiri Academy

Nairobi, Kenya
Full Time
Mid Level
Associate, Shamiri Academy: Job Description
Job Title: Associate, Shamiri Academy
Team: Founder's Office
Reports to: Senior Associate, Founder's Office
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
  1. About the Role
    1. Mission Statement for the Role
The Academy Associate plays a pivotal role in driving forward Shamiri’s training and capacity building strategy and programming. As a central member of the Train team, the Academy Associate will manage the delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement of Shamiri’s internal and external training programs. Their work ensures that all learning initiatives are effective, scalable, and aligned with organizational goals, thereby contributing meaningfully to mental health outcomes across Kenya and beyond.
The Academy Associate will hold ownership over the training lifecycle, including overseeing the development, refinement, and delivery of training materials. They will ensure quality assurance, manage LMS operations, coordinate stakeholders, and lead training implementation. This centralization enhances efficiency, reduces fragmentation, and supports Shamiri’s mission of expanding mental health services through well-trained caregivers and community actors.
    1. Contribution to the Organization’s Mission
Training is integral to Shamiri’s mission of developing and scaling data-driven mental health solutions, and to the Academy's mission to train the next generation of mental health caregivers. Through robust and user-centered training programs, the Academy Associate ensures that Shamiri Academy remains a trusted, contextually relevant source of mental health training content and delivery. The Associate also ensures that Shamiri training of providers and staff is robust, consistent with quality standards and evolving to fit the needs of our populations.
  1. Roles and Responsibilities
  • Strategic & Program Execution
    • Collaborate with the Academy team on strategic planning, design and execution of Shamiri’s training roadmap.
    • Oversee the rollout, and coordination of training courses (masterclasses, workshops, certificate programs and Diploma).
    • Support the onboarding of internal teams, partners, and learners into Shamiri’s learning ecosystem.
  • Training Materials Oversight & Quality Assurance
    • Oversee the development, refinement, and updating of training materials, ensuring they meet pedagogical standards and are contextually appropriate.
    • Conduct periodic quality assurance reviews of content and delivery methods.
  • LMS Administration (Talent LMS)
    • Manage and update the Talent LMS, including uploading content, revising modules, managing user accounts, and administering assessments.
    • Troubleshoot LMS issues to ensure smooth user experiences.
  • Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
    • Track participant progress, attendance, engagement, and completion rates.
    • Analyze feedback and training metrics to generate actionable insights and comprehensive reports.
    • Implement QA processes to ensure training effectiveness and consistency.
  • Stakeholder Engagement
    • Serve as the primary liaison between Shamiri Academy and partner organizations, field teams, and learners.
    • Coordinate with hub coordinators, fellows, supervisors, and external partners to facilitate training rollout and follow-up.
  • Government & Regulatory Engagement
    • Act as the key liaison with government bodies such as TVET CDACC, TVETA, and other relevant institutions during the accreditation and rollout of programs.
    • Proactively coordinate communication, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and support the alignment of Shamiri’s programs with national education and training standards.
  • Logistics & Documentation
    • Maintain an organized repository of training materials, session recordings, and reports.
    • Support scheduling and resource management for training-related activities.
  • Professional Growth & Institutional Learning
    • Stay up-to-date with evolving trends in mental health education, digital learning, and youth development.
    • Participate in relevant workshops, mentorship programs, and capacity-building initiatives.
  1. Key Success Factors
  • Strategic Insight: Ability to align training efforts with Shamiri Academy’s broader mission and scaling goals.
  • Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using Learning Management Systems (particularly Talent LMS) and digital training tools.
  • Analytical Thinking: Capable of evaluating training outcomes and driving evidence-based improvements.
  • Communication: Strong interpersonal and written communication skills to coordinate effectively across stakeholders.
  • Organization & Time Management: Able to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines efficiently.
  • Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-evolving organizational environment and adjusting approaches as needed.
  • Leadership & Collaboration: Confident in guiding others, while working collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
  • Attention to Detail: Precision in managing content, evaluation data, and participant records.
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