Learning Exp Design & Dev Specialist

Learning Exp Design & Dev Specialist

Skill required: Talent Development- Instruction Design - Learning Delivery InstructionDesignation: Learning Exp Design & Dev SpecialistQualifications:Any Graduation Years of Experience:7 to 11 years About AccentureAccenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security.Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations services, and Accenture Song— all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our 699,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities.Visit us at www.accenture.com What would you do? he Instructional Design Lead provides day-to-day direction for multiple training development efforts – specifically course efforts with smaller scope (output hours average range from 1-16) and small budget (work effort average range 40 – 250 hours). The Instructional Design Lead ensures that projects are executed according to CDC process, quality, budget, and milestone standards. The Instructional Design Lead tracks and reports progress to ensure completion according to agreed-upon schedule and within budget requirements for an average team of 3-4 Instructional Design Analysts/Senior Analysts.What are we looking for? Reports to: Instructional Design Senior Lead, Instructional Design Manager, or Content Program Senior Manager Supervises: 3-4 Instructional Design Analysts/Senior Analysts External Relationships: Client Subject Matter Experts and sponsors, vendors •Education: • BA/BS - Prefer degree in Instructional Design, Cognitive Psychology, English, Technical Writing, Communications, related field or equivalent experience. Work Experience: • Academic or practical training/learning industry experience • Demonstrated experience developing performance solutions • Prior experience supervising learning professionals • Prefer experience with developing training solutions for global audience; adjusting materials based on cultural needs, regional constraints and localization or translation considerations • Basic project management experience o Solid knowledge of instructional design techniques, adult learning theory, and web-based development tools o Strong written communication skills - working knowledge of editorial requirements– grammar and instructional design of materials; attention to detail to ensure quality o Strong oral communication skills - ability to facilitate client SMEs and sponsor discussions to set expectations and ensure appropriate involvement o Knowledge of and practice with several instructional approaches (web-based, instructor-led, or virtual instructor-led training) o Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and MS Project) o Knowledge of Lectora and Storyline/Presenter o Basic knowledge of project management tools including workplanning and resource scheduling o Strong knowledge of issue identification and problem-solving tools Roles and Responsibilities: Prepare conceptual design documentsCreate initial conceptual designs (based on proven instructional theory) that meet business requirements.Complete detailed designs based on high-level module designs.Develop instruction modules & materials based on design specifications.Conducts audience & needs analyses to confirm appropriateness of learning objectives.Initiate course effortCreate detailed workplan for effort based on budget & resource plan provided by the supervisorPrepare interview protocol & recommendations for course design based on preliminary or conceptual design informationFacilitate content gathering from Subject Matter Experts to create course designDefine field trial & acceptance test approachesConfirm Client Subject Matter Expert agreement of detailed schedule & involvement throughout process, set expectations for remainder of project.Identify detailed learning objectives for each course based on business drivers & performance goals; map course content to appropriate learning objectivesFacilitate project kick-off meeting with internal team to build underst&ing of the client subject matter expert roles & project; set expectations with team based on individual development plans & course scheduleExecute training solutions production on all types of development projectsDesign & develop course content & facilitate media requirements according to project workplan & scheduleDevelop materials according to CDC process standards (as needed) Identify learning-related issues such as content sequencing, flow of information & relevancy of mediaEvaluate materials to ensure that learning objectives have been met & appropriately satisfy performance gaps.Review deliverables for completeness, compliance with standards, & consistency with the detailed design; prepare materials for manager reviewCreate test plan; lead course usability, testing & implementation of corrective actionsProvide oversight on content revisions given feedback from client subject matter experts & field trial participants; manage work effort to maintain scopeSupport training solutions development processCoordinate project activities between all disciplines including media, technology, project management, client onsite or business interlock & delivery teams Identify continuous improvement areas based on lessons learned; modify process steps as appropriate for client situation with direction from managerCollaborate with team, peers & Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) via professional communication channels to maintain relationships