Junior Instructional Designer

Job Overview

The Junior Instructional Designer contributes to creating and updating educational and training resources based on the approved curriculum and the Systems Approach to Training (SAT) framework.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in crafting lesson plans, presentations, learner and facilitator guides, worksheets, and other educational materials.
• Help prepare and refresh training content adhering to the curriculum, learning goals, and program criteria.
• Utilize established instructional design templates and standards when developing training materials.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and senior staff to translate technical information into easy-to-understand learning aids.
• Support creation of quizzes, assessments, knowledge checks, and practical tests aligned with learning objectives.
• Review content for correct spelling, grammar, format, clarity, consistency, and accuracy prior to approval submission.
• Update materials reflecting input from experts, trainers, reviewers, and stakeholders.
• Ensure all content complies with branding, formatting, templates, and quality control, including ESAT guidelines if applicable.
• Maintain organized filing systems, naming rules, and version control for all documents.
• Monitor content revisions to guarantee only the most current approved versions are accessible to trainers and learners.
• Assist the instructional design and SAT teams by preparing documents, maintaining meeting notes, tracking feedback, and coordinating tasks.
• Continuously enhance knowledge in instructional design principles, adult learning theories, SAT methodology, and quality standards for training.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or higher qualification in education, training, instructional design, communications, or a similar field.
• Up to two years of experience in training administration, content development, learning and development, or related functions; recent graduates or interns also considered.
• Proficient English writing and speaking skills.
• Competent in Microsoft Office suite, notably Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational ability, and document formatting skills.
• Capable of following templates, processes, and quality standards reliably.
• Effective collaboration skills with stakeholders and capability to constructively accept feedback.

Essential Competencies

• Clear written communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.
• Capability to juggle multiple assignments and comply with deadlines.
• Eagerness for professional learning and development.
• Team-oriented and collaborative mindset.
• Ability to comprehend and simplify complex technical content.
• Dedication to quality, consistency, and ongoing improvement.