KPMG India Hiring For Consultant- Instructional Designer at Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Full Time

Job Summary:

The individual will design and support the development of high-quality learning materials for clients. In this role, the individual will have an opportunity to work across several projects that involve the design and delivery of blended, engaging, and interactive learning programmes. The individual should be prepared to work in a dynamic environment with changing requirements and frequent interactions with onsite engagement teams and clients.

The individual will need knowledge and skills in Instructional Design, Learning Content Development, and the related technologies.

As an Instructional Designer, the individual will support the delivery of learning projects addressing specific business needs. This includes liaising with Functional Consultants/Subject Matter Experts to gain an understanding of the subject, development of ID assets, and support for the development of end user learning materials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designs and develops high quality training content to client specifications within an allocated timeframe and budget, using the most appropriate design and development principles
• Designs learning content adhering to the agreed, consistent processes and methodologies, whilst avoiding the replication and duplication of effort
• Creates original ID assets such as design documents, storyboards, and scripts using the source content provided
• Identifies and recommends instructional media that facilitates the understanding of the content for learners
• Supports and manages the creation of visually engaging and brand-compliant graphics
• Reviews/Edits existing content as part of post-course evaluation, and provides recommendations to change specific content so that the required learning outcomes and objectives are achieved
• Conducts peer reviews to ensure top quality and consistency in the deliverables
• Enhances existing documentation to align with the project requirements
• Works closely and collaboratively with stakeholders and SMEs to gather project requirements and conduct content workshops
• Takes complete ownership for the standalone deliverables, managing relationship with the SME and the onshore/offshore team, that significantly contribute to the overall success of the project
• Provides input to refresh existing learning programmes for technology-enabled learning

· Demonstrates knowledge on the latest industry trends

· Performs project management activities such as gathering required information for the project, developing a project plan, defining a budget, obtaining approvals, and delivering the project within the planned time and budget

· Develops writing standards and guidelines based on the customer requirements

• Delivers trainings and knowledge sharing sessions for peers and the team on instructional design and other learning and writing-related topics

Qualification:

· Experience of developing digital courses through a complete instructional systems design (ISD) lifecycle and designing training content in several formats and styles, according to audience requirements

· An understanding of applications of learning theories, instructional design strategies, instructional psychology, and learning styles to meet the curriculum objectives

· An advanced-level proficiency in written and spoken English

· An advanced-level proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

· Experience of using software for screen recording & editing (Camtasia), web content authoring (Articulate Storyline/Adobe Captivate) and ILT deck creation

· A thorough understanding of the need for project standards and experience of adhering to different standards for written and visual content

· Familiarity with SCORM standards and specifications

· Experience of managing a range of stakeholders that exhibits a sound understanding of the stakeholder management process

· Excellent communication skills

· Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work to meet strict deadlines

· Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with others collaboratively

Additional/Desirable Requirements:

· Experience of working on a variety of topics such as soft skills, finance, software, and non-software technologies

· Ability to determine ways to evaluate business impacts of learning

• Experience of enforcing protocols for knowledge and training repository

Education / Years of Work Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university

· 4-10 years of experience working in a similar role