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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an experienced Instructional Design Manager to join our team and lead the development of innovative and effective educational programs and training materials. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in instructional design, adult learning theories, and e-learning technologies. As an Instructional Design Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the design, development, and implementation of training programs that meet the needs of our organization and its employees. You will work closely with subject matter experts, trainers, and other stakeholders to ensure that our training programs are engaging, effective, and aligned with our organizational goals. In this role, you will also be responsible for managing a team of instructional designers, providing guidance and support to ensure that all projects are completed on time and to the highest standards. Additionally, you will be responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of our training programs and making recommendations for improvements. The successful candidate will have excellent project management skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders. If you are passionate about education and have a proven track record of success in instructional design, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Lead the design and development of educational programs and training materials.
- Manage a team of instructional designers, providing guidance and support.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop content that meets organizational needs.
- Ensure training programs are engaging, effective, and aligned with organizational goals.
- Oversee the implementation of training programs across the organization.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make recommendations for improvements.
- Stay current with industry trends and best practices in instructional design and e-learning.
- Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Provide regular updates to senior management on the status of training projects.
- Ensure all training materials are accessible and inclusive.
- Conduct needs assessments to identify training gaps and opportunities.
- Develop and implement evaluation tools to measure training effectiveness.
- Facilitate training sessions as needed.
- Create and maintain documentation for all training programs.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
- Manage relationships with external vendors and consultants.
- Coordinate with IT and other departments to ensure technical requirements are met.
- Develop and implement strategies to increase employee engagement in training programs.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to team members.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, or a related field.
- Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in instructional design or a related field.
- Experience managing a team of instructional designers.
- Strong knowledge of adult learning theories and instructional design models.
- Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools and learning management systems.
- Excellent project management skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with needs assessments and training evaluations.
- Knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with multimedia production and graphic design is a plus.
- Ability to travel as needed.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with instructional design and adult learning theories?
- How do you ensure that training programs are engaging and effective?
- Can you provide an example of a successful training program you have developed?
- How do you manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks?
- What strategies do you use to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs?
- How do you stay current with industry trends and best practices?
- Can you describe your experience managing a team of instructional designers?
- How do you handle feedback and make improvements to training programs?
- What is your experience with e-learning authoring tools and learning management systems?
- How do you ensure that training materials are accessible and inclusive?
- Can you describe a challenging project you have worked on and how you overcame obstacles?
- How do you collaborate with subject matter experts and other stakeholders?
- What is your approach to needs assessments and identifying training gaps?
- How do you handle tight deadlines and high-pressure situations?
- Can you describe your experience with multimedia production and graphic design?
- How do you ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards?
- What is your experience with budget management for training projects?
- How do you increase employee engagement in training programs?
- Can you describe a time when you had to adapt to changing priorities?
- What professional development opportunities have you pursued to enhance your skills?
