Position Overview

The Design and Training Coordinator will lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of TFU’s learning programs. Ensures curriculum, training content, and leadership initiatives are high-quality, data-driven, and aligned with Uganda’s Competence-Based Curriculum. Collaborates with Program Officers, Coaches, and M&E to embed learning loops, refine training, and strengthen Fellow development.

Performance Objectives

Curriculum and Content design (35%)

• Design, adapt, and continuously refine TFU’s training curricula and content for Fellows, facilitators, and staff.
• Ensure alignment of learning materials with Uganda’s Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC) and TFU’s leadership competencies.
• Develop user-friendly learning tools, teaching resources, and guides that enhance classroom practice and leadership growth
• Support digital and blended learning innovations within the training ecosystem.

Training Design and Facilitation Support (30%)

• Design and coordinate pre-service, in-service, and leadership training programs for Fellows and staff.
• Support facilitators and coaches with content preparation, facilitation guides, and session planning.
• Ensure all training integrates TFU’s leadership model, reflective practice, and adult learning methodologies.
• Gather and analyze participant feedback to enhance training quality and engagement.

Learning Loops and Data-Driven Improvement (25%)

• Establish systems to capture feedback and learning data from Fellows, facilitators, and stakeholders.
• Analyze learning data and performance trends to guide curricula and training revisions.
• Document and share insights, lessons learned, and innovations to strengthen continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with M&E to track training outcomes and learning indicators.

Collaboration and Cross-Team Support (15%)

• Collaborate with Program, Training, and M&E teams to align design, delivery, and implementation strategies.
• Facilitate communication and knowledge sharing across teams to ensure program coherence.
• Support Design and Training Officers and facilitators through coaching and capacity building.
• Represent TFU’s learning agenda in internal and external partnerships.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Curriculum Studies, Instructional Design, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in curriculum design, teacher training, instructional design or education program delivery
• Strong understanding of Uganda’s education system, Competence Based Curriculum and foundational learning strategies
• Proven experience designing and facilitating adult learning experiences.
• Excellent communication, facilitation and project management skills
• Demonstrated passion for education equity, innovation and continuous learning

Core Competences

• Instructional design and facilitation
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Exceptional Collaboration and Relationship Building
• Strategic Thinking and Innovation
• Adaptability and a growth mindset
• Commitment to TFU’s Vision and Values

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development in education and leadership.
• A collaborative, dynamic, and values-driven work environment.
• The opportunity to transform education in underserved communities in Uganda.
• A supportive team committed to children, learning, excellence, and collaboration.
• Membership in a global network of changemakers dedicated to educational equity.

TFU Competencies (for all TFU Staff)

• Put Children First in all actions and decisions.
• Embrace a Quest to Continuously Learn.
• Practice Humility and Respect for all.
• Foster Teamwork to achieve collective goals.

• Curriculum and Content design (35%): Design, adapt, and continuously refine TFU’s training curricula and content; Ensure alignment with Uganda’s Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC) and TFU’s leadership competencies; Develop user-friendly learning tools and resources; Support digital and blended learning innovations.
• Training Design and Facilitation Support (30%): Design and coordinate training programs for Fellows and staff; Support facilitators and coaches with content preparation and session planning; Ensure training integrates TFU’s leadership model and adult learning methodologies; Gather and analyze participant feedback.
• Learning Loops and Data-Driven Improvement (25%): Establish systems to capture feedback and learning data; Analyze data to guide curricula and training revisions; Document and share insights and lessons learned; Collaborate with M&E to track training outcomes.
• Collaboration and Cross-Team Support (15%): Collaborate with Program, Training, and M&E teams; Facilitate communication and knowledge sharing; Support Design and Training Officers through coaching; Represent TFU’s learning agenda in partnerships.

• Instructional design and facilitation
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Exceptional Collaboration and Relationship Building
• Strategic Thinking and Innovation
• Adaptability and a growth mindset
• Commitment to TFU’s Vision and Values
• Excellent communication, facilitation and project management skills
• Strong understanding of Uganda’s education system, Competence Based Curriculum and foundational learning strategies

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Curriculum Studies, Instructional Design, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in curriculum design, teacher training, instructional design or education program delivery.
• Proven experience designing and facilitating adult learning experiences.
• Demonstrated passion for education equity, innovation and continuous learning.