• Application Deadline:
• Position: Product Management Instructor



• Job Type Contract , Remote



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 4 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Education / Teaching  , Product Management 
  
  

Summary

• This role calls for an experienced and dynamic product management professional who is passionate about sharing their expertise.


• The ideal candidate will inspire learners to develop essential skills and thrive in their product management careers. 

Skills and Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in product management, with a track record of successful product launches and iterations across multiple industries.


• Fluency in the following areas: Agile methodologies, stakeholder management, user research, product roadmapping, and analytics.


• Passion for teaching and mentoring the next generation of product managers.


• Background in adult learning, curriculum design, and online teaching is a plus.

Preferred:

• Experience teaching remotely using video conferencing tools (e.g., Zoom, Slack, or Microsoft Teams).


• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) to facilitate student engagement and track performance.

Must have skills:

• Coaching & Mentoring


• Communication skills product management

Good to have skills:

• Curriculum Development


• Program Management

Technical Requirements

Core Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Product Management & Design Thinking:


• Expertise with roadmapping tools like Jira, Trello, or Asana to manage product development workflows.


• Advanced experience with product analytics tools like Mixpanel, Amplitude, Google Analytics for tracking user engagement and product performance and analytics methodologies like OKRs & KPIs, Analytics techniques e.g A/B Testing, Predictive Analysis, Heatmaps and Session Recording, Data visualization and Reporting.


• Expertise in using Figma for collaborating with Product teams for wireframing, prototyping, sketching, usability testing, etc. 

Product Development and Lifecycle Management:

• Comprehensive understanding of the product lifecycle from ideation, development, and launch to scaling and maintenance.


• Proven ability to teach techniques such as user story mapping, prioritization frameworks (e.g., MoSCoW, RICE), and MVP creation. 


• Proven expertise in Agile Methodology, Scrum and Kanban frameworks.

Product Leadership:

• Expertise in Stakeholder Management, Negotiation and Conflict Resolution, Risk Management and Crisis Response.

Market and User Research:

• Strong experience in conducting customer interviews, usability testing, and surveys to gather actionable insights.


• Proficiency in tools like Qualtrics, Hotjar, and Lookback for user feedback and analysis.

Strategic Planning:

• Expertise in developing and executing go-to-market strategies, product roadmaps, feature prioritization, and User Persona and Journey Mapping.


• Thorough understanding of pricing strategies, competitive analysis, and revenue forecasting.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Demonstrated experience working with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to ensure alignment and successful product delivery.

Industry experience:

• Extensive experience across multiple industries such as FinTech, EdTech, Health tech.

Soft Skills

Communication:

• Ability to convey complex product management concepts in an easy-to-understand manner, tailored to learners from diverse professional backgrounds.

Curriculum Design:

• Experience in creating comprehensive course outlines and engaging teaching materials focused on hands-on learning.

Pedagogical Skills:

• Proficiency in virtual teaching methodologies, fostering an interactive and inclusive learning environment.

Problem-Solving:

• Capacity to guide learners in tackling real-world product challenges, nurturing critical thinking and innovation.

Adaptability:

• Commitment to staying updated with emerging trends and tools in product management and integrating them into the curriculum.

Specialized Skills

Agile and Lean Practices:

• Extensive experience in Agile methodologies, Scrum, and Lean product development, with a focus on practical application.

Metrics and KPIs: 

• Advanced understanding of key product metrics, user engagement analytics, and data-driven decision-making. 

Customer-Centric Product Design:

• Deep knowledge of customer journey mapping and UX/UI principles to build user-friendly products.

Industry-Specific Expertise:

• Insights into product management practices across sectors like technology, e-commerce, or healthcare, offering contextual learning for students.