Full-Time

Localisation Manager

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Khan Academy

Khan Academy

1,001-5,000 employees

Free online educational resources and courses

No salary listed

Mid, Senior

Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Remote-friendly workplace; Flexible schedules

Category
Education
Requirements
  • 5-7 years of work experience, with prior experience as an educator being highly valued
  • Fluent in two or more of the following Indian languages (reading and writing): Kannada, Telugu, Marathi, Odia, Hindi, Tamil, Assamese
  • A seasoned project manager with a strong track record of successfully managing complex projects from initiation to completion, including defining scope, setting clear goals, and ensuring on-time, high-quality delivery
  • A skilled people manager adept at working with multiple teams simultaneously, coordinating dependencies effectively without direct authority
  • Excellent communication abilities, capable of addressing diverse audiences with clarity and efficiency across various formats (email, written documents, digital presentations, verbal conversations)
  • Demonstrates a capacity for quickly understanding and mastering new challenges
  • Possesses an entrepreneurial mindset characterized by a high tolerance for ambiguity, a proactive approach to experimentation, and a strong bias toward action
  • Willing to be a collaborative team member, ready to roll up sleeves and contribute to the team's work as the program evolves
  • Deeply passionate about education and driven by a strong desire to make a positive global impact
Responsibilities
  • Coach in-house localization experts on Khan Academy content principles and ensure timely, high-quality content delivery through rigorous QC
  • Collaborate with state leadership to develop project plans that align with their curriculum and Khan Academy strategies
  • Partner with the content team to establish guidelines for creating easily localizable English content, maintaining content depth for videos and exercises
  • Establish a robust feedback loop with state teachers through workshops and ongoing communication to inform content relevance
  • Collaborate with the in-house tech team to ensure seamless execution of localization projects and maintain the functionality of web and mobile platforms
  • Collaborate with the international team to exchange insights on content quality and curriculum alignment
  • Effectively manage short-term tasks while contributing to the long-term strategic goals of the program
  • Ability to travel as required

Khan Academy offers free online educational resources and courses for students of all ages. The platform provides instructional videos, practice exercises, and a personalized learning dashboard that allows users to learn at their own pace. Students can access a wide range of subjects, including math, science, history, and more, making it a comprehensive learning tool. Unlike traditional educational institutions, Khan Academy focuses on accessibility, allowing anyone with an internet connection to benefit from its resources without any cost. The goal of Khan Academy is to democratize education and ensure that high-quality learning materials are available to everyone, regardless of their background or location.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$16.2M

Headquarters

Palo Alto, California

Founded

2006

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What believers are saying

  • Khanmigo AI tool enhances personalized learning with GPT-4 technology.
  • Partnerships with Microsoft and SNHU expand educational reach and opportunities.
  • Streaks and Levels feature boosts student motivation and engagement.

What critics are saying

  • Reliance on AI tools raises data privacy and security concerns.
  • Microsoft partnership may limit future technology flexibility.
  • AI tools face resistance from educators in humanities subjects.

What makes Khan Academy unique

  • Khan Academy offers a mastery-based learning system for personalized education.
  • Partnerships with major tech companies expand Khan Academy's educational tool capabilities.
  • Khan Academy provides free, world-class education resources in over 40 languages.

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Benefits

Competitive salaries

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible time off

401(k) + matching

Affinity groups

Paid parental leave

Fun virtual events

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