deliver high impact and high quality learning and training materials. The position is focused ... o Conduct detailed res
Kimetrica’s mission is to increase the effectiveness of spending in the social sector. We provide software, research, advisory and training services for evidence-based decision making and learning. We help to increase the impact and efficiency of social investments, enhance accountability, manage critical risks and build donor confidence.
E-Learning Content Developer (Instructional Designer) Objective of Position The objective of the position is to contribute to Kimetrica’s capacity to develop and deliver high impact and high quality learning and training materials. The position is focused on development of training materials using Moodle.
Development of training course content primarily relating to project management, Monitoring and Evaluation, and risk management (80 percent) o Manage all training content in Moodle, developing course structures, roles etc o Liaise with ICT department to ensure that the Moodle installation and customisation meets our needs and client needs o Liaise with Marketing and Business Development to ensure that all content is correctly branded o Develop annotated course outlines and course metadata in consultation with the relevant Kimetrica units and clients o Manage workflows for training material content development including follow up on technical inputs from the relevant technical services and management of external content providers and consultants o Contribute to the development of “Rebama” virtual world content including background information, project and programme examples o Research and develop content for core tutorials including worked examples o Develop or supervise the development of online and offline software guidance materials and ensure that guides are updated to reflect changes in the software (tracking software developments through Redmine and in coordination with the Software Project Management Service) o Develop or supervise the development of test questions for learning reviews o Support animation and video production and other multimedia production where necessary o Develop presentations and slides as required o Develop instructor kits and trainee handouts as required o Conduct detailed research into best practice in adult education, instructional material development and didactic methodologies for professional training and develop production standards and guidance
accordingly o Assist in the development and refinement of guidance on training materials and production standards o Coordinate with relevant services and staff to ensure high quality and compliant translation, language editing, graphics of training materials o Verify that content images are appropriate, correctly rendered, do not infringe copyright and add value to the training content o Ensure consistent academic source referencing of all content o Coordinate in-house and external peer review of all new training materials o Develop a detailed knowledge of Kimetrica’s core software, advisory and research offerings with an initial focus on the software Training and capacity building(15 percent) o Provide training to Kimetrica staff o Provide training to clients if required o Develop a roster of external collaborators who can provide training content Support business development for training (5 percent) o Contribute to publicity materials on training as required o Participate in client meetings to define potential training materials o Contribute to project proposals and bid relating to training
Qualifications Substantial experience developing online course material in a Learning Content Management software, preferably Moodle High dedication to adult education Excellent and precise English language verbal and written communications skills Strong logical and analytical skills including the ability to synthesise complex training requirements Postgraduate degree in subject area related to Kimetrica’s work or in adult education related subject Subject knowledge in or more of Kimetrica’s core areas of expertise Strong research skills including advanced search skills Experience of multimedia material production (especially video) would be an advantage Excellent general computer skills, knowledge of HTML, and ability to learn new software quickly Proven commitment to non-profit work e.g. voluntary work Perks Opportunities for advancing your computer skills Interesting and highly involved projects that sharpen and grow your skills Flexibility to work from home Competitive salary package Generous vacation, holiday and sick leave Travel opportunities Professional colleagues that are dynamic, innovative and highly committed to
making a positive impact
About Kimetrica: Formed by a group of former humanitarian and development workers in 2006, Kimetrica is a rapidly growing social enterprise focused on providing policy-makers and project managers with the tools and skills they need to do their jobs well. Our work centers on providing research and knowledge management solutions for governments, bilateral donors, and not-for-profit organizations in the areas of performance management and disaster risk reduction. With offices in Ethiopia, Kenya, Moldova, South Sudan, and the US, Kimetrica employs 60 + full-time professional staff. Application: This is a full time position, which may be based in the District of Columbia, Boston, NYC, or other NE areas in the USA. This position can work virtually from any area. Please apply directly on http://www.kimetrica.com/careers; include a cover letter, CV and recent salary history. In the subject line of your email, type the position you are applying for. Title all submitted documents with your first and last name. Note that Kimetrica will only contact eligible candidates for interviews.
