Get new job offers from in your mailbox every week
Receive more Product jobs in your inbox
Session Lead (External Contractor) - Fintech & Product Management (MENA Region)
About Us
Udacity is on a mission of forging futures in tech through radical talent transformation in digital technologies. We offer a unique and immersive online learning platform, powering corporate technical training in fields such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Autonomous Systems, Cloud Computing and more. Our rapidly growing global organization is revolutionizing how the enterprise market bridges the talent shortage and skills gaps during their digital transformation journey.
Position Overview
Session Leads are industry professionals who provide world-class learning support to our learners. Handpicked through a rigorous selection process, our session leads ensure we remain #studentfirst.
As a Session Lead, you will run multiple virtual sessions for Product Management students, enhancing their online learning with Fintech-specific concepts and principles. You will provide expert insights, practical examples, and engage with learners to help them understand this new space.
Required skills/qualifications:
- Fluency in English
- Technical Competence: Product Lifecycle, Product Strategy, Product Design, Product Development, Product Launch, Product Development, Rapid Prototyping, Experimentation, User-Centered Design, Go-To-Market Strategy
- 3-8 years of Experience in a Product Management Role
- In-depth knowledge of the product development process and special considerations for Fintech products
- Expertise in local regulations and compliance issues related to Fintech in the MENA region
- Expertise in the above key FinTech topics
- Strong communication and mentorship skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly
- Strong interpersonal skills and confidence to lead a group of students
- Student-oriented mindset and focus on understanding their problems
- Flexibility at your current job to take on this part-time, external contractor role
- Analytical and Marketing Skills
- Udacity Graduate is a Plus
- Experience teaching technical concepts and public speaking
- Innovative approach and proactivity with students that need help
- Positive character, trusted by the students, creating emotional ties in the group
- Existing tech network and experience in technical conversations & discussions
Responsibilities:
- Conduct multiple virtual sessions between August - October with Product Management students
- Develop session agendas and materials to cover key fintech topics such as Fintech Market Analysis, Partnership/Ecosystem Management, FinTech Product Development, Rules and regulations, UX Design
- Provide expert insights and practical examples to enhance students' learning experiences
- Answer students' questions and provide mentorship and guidance
Nice to Have:
- Experience in the Telco industry is a plus
- Experience developing products related to Payments, P2P Transfer, E-Wallet and/or Remittances
Why should you apply?
- Earn additional income
- Contribute to a vibrant, international student community
- Stay updated with the latest in cutting-edge technologies
You may review the Session Lead Guidelines
What We Do
Forging futures in tech is our vision. Udacity is where lifelong learners come to learn the skills they need, to land the jobs they want, and to build the lives they deserve.
Don’t stop there! Please keep reading...
You’ve probably heard the following statistic: Most male applicants only meet 60% of the qualifications, while women and other marginalized candidates only apply if they meet 100% of the qualifications. If you think you have what it takes but don’t meet every single point in the job description, please apply!
We believe that historically, many processes disproportionately hurt the most marginalized communities in society- including people of color, working-class backgrounds, women and LGBTQ people. Centering these communities at our core is pivotal for any successful organization and a value we uphold steadfastly. Therefore, Udacity strongly encourages applications from all communities and backgrounds.
Udacity is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Please read our blog post for “6 Reasons Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Exists”
Last, but certainly not least…
Udacity is committed to creating economic empowerment and a more diverse and equitable world. We believe that the unique contributions of all Udacians is the driver of our success. To ensure that our products and culture continue to incorporate everyone’s perspectives and experience we never discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition (including genetic information), age, veteran status or military status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.
As part of our ongoing work to build more diverse teams at Udacity, when applying, you will be asked to complete a voluntary self-identification survey. This survey is anonymous, we are unable to connect your application with your survey responses. Please complete this voluntary survey as we utilize the data for diversity measures in terms of gender and ethnic background in both our candidates and our Udacians. We consider this data seriously and appreciate your willingness to complete this step in the process, if you choose to do so.
Questions & answers for this position
- What is the type of contract for this position?The contract for this position is a Freelance contract
- What's the salary range for the Session Lead (External Contractor) - Fintech & Product Management (MENA Region) position?The suggested salary for this position is $58,000-$120,000*
- Is telecommuting possible for this position?No, telecommuting is not possible for this position
Similar jobs
Get new job offers from in your mailbox every week
Receive more Product jobs in your inbox
