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 THE ROLE

The Department of Software Engineering is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Learning Assistant Intern to support the ongoing efforts in enhancing academic quality and improving operational efficiency. This part-time role is ideal for students who are passionate about education, technology, and student success, and who are eager to contribute to meaningful projects that bridge administrative systems with learning enhancement projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in developing and maintaining internal systems that support academic planning, monitoring and review, and curriculum delivery.
• Support data collection and analysis related to academic performance, including tools for tracking at-risk and retake students.
• Contribute to the design and refinement of dashboards or reporting tools that aid in academic decision-making.
• Assist faculty and academic staff in maintaining course materials, learning resources, and digital workflows.
• Help coordinate and support academic initiatives such as course reviews, teaching evaluations, and learning innovation projects.
• Provide administrative support for departmental meetings, documentation, and student engagement tracking.
• Participate in regular team check-ins and contribute to process improvements related to academic operations and student support.

Ensure the safety and well-being of all young persons and vulnerable adults with whom we deal,  by adhering to ALU’s comprehensive safeguarding policy, maintaining a zero-tolerance approach to any violations of safeguarding standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in the Software Engineering programme at ALU
• Strong professional, critical thinking and analytical skills with attention to details
• Proficiency in basic programming or scripting (e.g., Python, JavaScript) and/or working knowledge of spreadsheet and data tools.
• Familiarity with academic systems (e.g., LMS platforms, student tracking tools, version control systems).
• Passionate about education, curriculum development and student support systems.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in data visualization or reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau).
• Exposure to learning analytics or academic performance tracking tools.
• Understanding of academic processes such as assessments, grading, and feedback workflows.

Eligibility

• Open to all Year-3 students with no current academic backlogs  in the BSE programme
• Must be available to work up to 15 hours per week during the internship period.

Conditions

The selected candidate should sign a Non Disclosure Agreement as part of the contracting process and to adhere to institutional regulations tied with the internship responsibilities.