Instructional Designer

Job Title: Instructional Designer
Department: Training, Learning and Development
Location: New Delhi or Gurugram
Type of Work: Consultant – Full-Time, Hybrid
Duration: 12 months
Reports To: Senior Program Manager, Training, Learning and Development

Job Overview
The Instructional Designer will be responsible for reviewing and revising online/offline course content to ensure it remains relevant, engaging, and effective. This role involves working closely with subject matter experts and stakeholders to design high-quality learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities:
Need Analysis:

• Review and analyze feedback from course participants and stakeholders.
• Design LNA strategies and tools to collect needs and skill gaps of the learners.

Content Development:

• Design and develop e-learning courses using multimedia elements, assessments, and interactive activities. Articulate 360 (Storyline & Rise) and other authoring tools.
• Apply instructional design principles to enhance course effectiveness and learner engagement.
• Create detailed storyboards, prototypes, scripts, and course outlines based on instructional objectives.
• Stay updated on the latest e-learning trends and technologies.
• Develop interactive and engaging learning experiences, incorporating quizzes, scenarios, Action Learning Programs, simulations, feedback collections, pre-post evaluations and multimedia elements.
• Apply instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, Bloom’s Taxonomy, Gagné’s Nine Events) to course development.
• Ensure all learning materials adhere to SCORM, xAPI, and accessibility (WCAG) standards.
• Review and edit content to ensure consistency, clarity, and alignment with learning objectives.
• Conduct user testing and quality assurance (QA) to refine and optimize learning content.
• Stay updated with the latest LMS trends, instructional technology, and e-learning innovations.
• Design and develop cutting-edge instructional materials that simplify AI concepts for learners at various levels.

Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate with instructors and subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and relevancy.
• Collaborate with graphic designers, developers, and other stakeholders to produce high quality training materials.
• Collaborate with different vertical heads of the organization as per the needs.

Business Development:

• Support Business Development team to develop new products and services around tech enhanced e-learning innovations.
• Support HR, Legal and other departments in improving the process trainings into engaging eLearning modules.
• Create a knowledge hub where all employees get access to eLearning modules and other information resources.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s / Masters degree with specialization / certificate / course credits in Adult Learning, Instructional Design, Education, Educational Technology, and/or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in instructional design or e-learning development, with a portfolio showcasing e-learning courses and instructional materials.
• Proficiency in e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and LMS platforms.
• Strong understanding of instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM), adult learning principles, and learner engagement strategies.
• Experience with e-learning development tools such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, or similar.
• Experience working with Artificial Intelligence models will be an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in Hindi and English.
• Proven working experience in instructional design and with instructional technology
• Excellent knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models
• Lesson and curriculum planning skills
• Basic HTML and Flash programming knowledge
• Solid knowledge of course development software and at least one Learning Management System
• Visual design skills (Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator) and ability to storyboard
• Ability to write effective copy, instructional text, audio scripts/video scriptsCreative problemsolving abilities and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent documentation and analytical abilities
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and sensitively in teams, vulnerable communities, and with government counterparts.

Compensation & Benefits
GFI offers a competitive compensation package
How to Apply
If you are passionate about Instructional Designer experiences and thrive in a creative environment,
we’d love to hear from you!
Please share your resume with danand@grameenfoundation.in