I am seeking a remote-first role where I can contribute to designing, managing, and scaling impactful learning and development initiatives. I thrive in environments that value structured planning, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.
CJOpen to opportunities
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@collinsjava
AI-Enabled Learning Systems & Operations Leader for Remote, Growth-Driven Organizations.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
Learning & Development Leader with 10+ years of experience designing, managing, and scaling digital education and workforce development programs across global contexts. I specialize in instructional design, learning operations, AI-enhanced content development, and structured project coordination.
I have led multi-country digital learning initiatives serving over 100,000 learners annually, translating strategic objectives into actionable workflows and high-quality asynchronous learning experiences. My background combines education systems expertise, project management, and digital transformation within complex stakeholder environments.
I am passionate about leveraging AI tools, storytelling, and structured learning design to create scalable, engaging learning ecosystems. I thrive in remote, cross-functional teams and enjoy building processes that enable clarity, collaboration, and sustainable growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
UREdTech Manager
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
May 2019 - Jun 2025 (6 years 1 month)
Delivered EdTech technical assistance and advisory support to partners, led deployment of a Refugee Digital EMIS and managed Instant Network Schools reaching 20,000+ learners annually, and trained 700+ teachers and ICT coaches across Kenya and South Sudan.
JS
Post-Secondary Education Coordinator
Jesuit Refugee Services
Jan 2019 - Apr 2019 (3 months)
Supported design and implementation of post-secondary and teacher education pathways for refugee youth, co-developed teacher training curricula and practicum frameworks, and ensured programme quality for ~70 teachers.
SWTechnical Skills Officer
SwissContact
Aug 2018 - Nov 2018 (3 months)
Provided technical support to market-oriented ICT skills and livelihoods programmes for refugee and host community youth, mentoring six youth groups and supporting donor reporting and adaptive management.
NCDesigned youth skills portfolios and online job-matching platforms, established private-sector partnerships and impact-sourcing linkages, enabling 200+ refugee youth to access income opportunities.
NCDesigned and coordinated market-driven TVET and vocational training programmes, expanding TVET enrolment from 85 to 350 youths and facilitating apprenticeship placements for 300+ youth.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
CACatholic University of Eastern Africa
Master of Arts, Project Planning and Management
2022 - 2024
Completed a Master of Arts in Project Planning and Management with coursework and practical training focused on project design, monitoring, and refugee-related programming.
CACatholic University of Eastern Africa
Bachelor of Education (Science), Computer Science / Mathematics
2013 - 2015
Completed a Bachelor of Education Science in Computer Science and Mathematics with emphasis on teacher training and ICT integration in education.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Open to opportunities
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
Social media
Job categories
Education Technology SpecialistEducation Program ManagerProject ManagerVocational Training SpecialistYouth Engagement SpecialistMonitoring And Evaluation ExpertPartnership Development SpecialistDonor Relations SpecialistEducational Technology SpecialistRemote EdTech SpecialistEducational Technology Consultant
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