A'Cademy Manager M/F

	A'Cademy Manager M/F

General informations

 Africa Global Logistics Rwanda Limited, a company duly incorporated under the laws of Rwanda and its offices at Kigali Special Economic Zone, P.O.Box 1338, Kigali, Rwanda is specialised in transport and logistics 

Job description

Mission Description                      

COMPANY OVERVIEW
Africa Global Logistics (AGL) is the leading multimodal logistics operator in Africa, covering port, logistics, maritime and rail activities. Now part of the MSC Group - a global leader in maritime and logistics - AGL combines over a century of expertise with a strong presence in 49 countries and a team of more than 23,000 employees. We deliver innovative, tailor-made logistics solutions to African and international customers, with the ambition of driving sustainable transformation across the continent. Beyond Africa, AGL also operates in Haiti, Timor-Leste, and Indonesia.
The MIS/IT Department (ASCENS) supports AGL's 250 subsidiaries from hubs in Paris, Abidjan, Johannesburg, and Kigali, ensuring the effective use, management, and continuous evolution of the Group's digital tools.

As part of our innovation drive, ASCENS launched its first Innovation Center - YIRI in Abidjan, a collaborative space dedicated to digital transformation and partnerships with internal teams, technology providers, universities and start-ups.

Established in 2025, the Kigali Shared Service Center (KSSC), which includes ASCENS KIGALI, is entering a strategic growth phase. To support this expansion and deliver high-value digital services across the AGL network, we are recruiting talented professionals to join our dynamic team. ASCENS KIGALI plays a key role in MIS activities through standardized service delivery, operational excellence, and strong cross-site collaboration.

Do you want to grow in a truly international environment and contribute to a company that places Africa at the heart of its mission?
Join KSSC and be part of the team shaping the future of logistics in Africa!

 

Profile

The A'Cademy Manager is responsible for organizing and leading the A'Cademy's activities across managerial, pedagogical, administrative, and logistical dimensions. The role ensures the effective delivery of training programs aligned with business needs and organizational strategy.

Main Responsibilities:
1. In collaboration with the subject matter expert, identify and assess core business training needs
2. Contribute to defining the A'Cademy's strategic direction in alignment with AGL's overall training policy
3. Work with business entities to develop training plans, in coordination with the Regional Training Lead
4. Represent the A'Cademy across different entities and countries

Day-to-Day Responsibilities (Leadership & Coordination):
1. Lead and manage teams (administration, instructional design, trainers, project managers, and external providers)
2. Prepare budgets, produce financial reports, and ensure budget monitoring
3. Oversee administrative management using the Training Management System (TrainingMS – LearnPilot)
4. Manage resources, including materials and logistics
5. Ensure compliance with applicable training regulations (operating licenses, accreditations, etc.)
6. Ensure adherence to certification standards and legal frameworks (internal policies, ISO 9001, ISO 21001)
7. Monitor and ensure the quality of training delivery
8. Identify, recruit, train, and manage a network of internal and/or external trainers
9. Produce activity reports and provide regular reporting to management

Communication & A'Cademy Development:
• In collaboration with A'Cademy Leadership, define and implement a communication plan to enhance the A'Cademy's visibility and reputation
• Represent the training organization with public and private partners
• Ensure effective internal communication within the team
• Initiate or contribute to the development and deployment of new training programs

Additional Responsibilities (As Needed):
• Manage responses to tenders and requests for proposals

Required Experience:
• Minimum of 3 years of experience managing a profit center or business unit
• Experience in training management or running a training center is an advantage

Technical Skills & Knowledge (Hard Skills):
• Strong knowledge of the training domain: core business activities, professional environment, market, and internal training offerings
• Understanding of training systems (initial training, continuous learning, apprenticeship models)
• Knowledge of applicable legal and regulatory frameworks
• Expertise in training and instructional design (learning engineering)
• Knowledge of competency frameworks (roles, skills, certifications)
• Familiarity with AGL training policies and quality standards (ISO 9001, ISO 21001)
• Knowledge of administrative, financial, and budget management processes
• Strong management and leadership skills
• Professional proficiency in English and French
• Project management knowledge