Co-creation Hub is Africa’s leading technology innovation ecosystem builder on a mission to accelerate the application of science, technology, and social capital for economic prosperity across Africa.

Our mandate is to build a formidable innovation ecosystem with a deeply rooted network, cultivating strategic partnerships and practical industry know-how that can support entrepreneurs and innovators in building thoughtful, relevant and scalable solutions. From our locations in Lagos, Abuja, Ijebu Ode (in Nigeria), Nairobi (Kenya), Windhoek (Namibia) and Kigali (Rwanda), we have built a vibrant community of over 81,000 people and counting and have supported to a portfolio of over 120 early-stage ventures including Lifebank, Ushahidi, Riby, BudgIT, Stutern, Kopo Kopo, Sendy, mFarm, Wecyclers and many more.

The Teaching Assistant (TA) position on the SAIL Innovation Lab Data Science for
Society Training Programme is a crucial role that supports the program's mission to provide comprehensive training in data science and its applications for societal impact. As a TA, you will assist the program instructor and contribute to the overall success of the training programme by providing support to the participants, facilitating learning activities, and ensuring a positive and engaging learning environment.

1. Assist program instructors in preparing and delivering training sessions on various topics related to data science and its applications for societal challenges.
2. Collaborate with instructors to develop instructional materials, including presentations exercises and assignments.
3. Guide participants in understanding data science concepts, methodologies, and tools.
4. Provide one-on-one or small-group assistance to participants during lab sessions, workshops, and project work.
5. Assist in grading assignments, projects, and assessments, providing constructive feedback to participants to enhance their learning experience.
6. Help in managing and organizing program resources, including datasets, software tools, and other learning materials.
7. Monitor participant progress, identify areas where additional support may be needed, and suggest strategies for improvement.
8. Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment by promoting collaboration, respectful communication, and teamwork among participants.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as computer science, data science, statistics, or a related discipline.
• Understanding of data science concepts, tools, and techniques.
• Experience in programming languages commonly used in data science, such as Python or R.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with participants and instructors.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Prior experience as a teaching assistant or similar role is desirable but not mandatory.

Join us in this exciting opportunity to contribute to the SAIL Innovation Lab Data Science for Society Training Programme and empower participants to leverage data science for positive social impact.

Job Location

Ikorodu, Lagos