Director, Global Insight Design

Position Overview:

We’re seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Global Insight Design to join our neuroscience research consultancy. In this position, you’ll lead a team of instructional designers and drive the development and delivery of high-quality learning solutions across multiple regions. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring the consistency, effectiveness, and scalability of our instructional design processes and strategies on a global scale.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage a team of instructional designers across multiple regions, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management.

2. Develop and implement global instructional design strategies, methodologies, and standards to ensure consistency and quality across all learning solutions.

3. Collaborate with subject matter experts, stakeholders, and clients to identify learning needs, performance gaps, and objectives.

4. Oversee the analysis, design, development, and evaluation of instructional materials, including digital learning journeys, e-learning modules, videos, instructor-led training, and blended learning programs.

5. Stay updated on emerging trends, best practices, and innovative instructional design techniques to enhance the effectiveness and engagement of learning solutions.

6. Ensure compliance with industry standards, accessibility guidelines, and regulatory requirements in the design and development of learning content.

7. Establish and maintain relationships with external vendors, partners, and technology providers to enhance the capabilities and resources of the instructional design team.

8. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and technology, to ensure the integration of learning solutions into overall business strategies.

9. Monitor project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful project execution and client satisfaction.

10. Conduct regular performance assessments, provide constructive feedback, and identify opportunities for professional development for the instructional design team.

Objectives:

1. Drive the development and delivery of high-quality, impactful, and scalable learning solutions on a global scale.

2. Ensure the consistency, effectiveness, and adherence to standards in instructional design practices across multiple regions.

3. Foster innovation and continuous improvement in instructional design methodologies and strategies.

4. Enhance team performance, collaboration, and professional development.

Key Performance Metrics:

1. Client satisfaction ratings and feedback on learning solutions.

2. Successful completion and delivery of learning solutions within established timelines and budgets.

3. Global consistency and adherence to instructional design standards.

4. Team performance, including productivity, employee engagement, and professional development.

5. Quality and effectiveness of learning solutions, as measured by learner feedback and performance outcomes.

Key Achievements:

1. Development and implementation of global instructional design strategies and standards that enhance the effectiveness and consistency of learning solutions.

2. Successful management and delivery of large-scale learning projects across multiple regions, meeting or exceeding client expectations.

3. Development and maintenance of strong client relationships, resulting in repeat business and referrals.

4. Leadership in building a high-performing instructional design team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

5. Implementation of innovative instructional design methodologies and technologies that improved learner engagement and performance outcomes.

Qualifications:

1. bachelor’s or master’s degree in instructional design, educational technology, or a related field.

2. Proven experience (8+ years) in instructional design, including significant experience in a leadership or managerial role.

3. Strong understanding of instructional design methodologies, adult learning principles, and instructional technologies.

4. Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a geographically dispersed team.

5. Demonstrated experience in managing global instructional design projects and working with cross-functional teams.

6. The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver on time and within budget.

7. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.

8. Proficiency in instructional design tools, learning management systems, learning experience platforms, and e-learning authoring tools, along with the latest, cutting-edge tools to make learning journeys more innovative.

9. Knowledge of industry standards, best practices, and emerging trends in instructional design and adult learning.

10. Ability to adapt to changing priorities, work in a fast-paced environment, and drive innovation in instructional design practices.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities, objectives, and qualifications for the Global Instructional Design Manager position. It may be modified or updated based on organizational needs and priorities.