Graduate Instructional Designer

AMCS Group; Limerick; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software specialist in Ireland is seeking a Graduate Instructional Designer to create effective training materials and eLearning content. The role involves developing training programs, conducting needs analysis, and ensuring quality assurance of instructional content. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and proficiency in tools like Skilljar and Camtasia. This position is full-time and on-site in Limerick, Ireland.

Qualifications

• Educated to a degree level with a preferred qualification in fields such as technical communication or business studies.
• Strong understanding of instructional design and adult learning principles.
• Proficient using learning management systems and content development tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produce effective training materials for AMCS products.
• Conduct training needs analysis and develop curriculum plans.
• Deliver onboarding sessions to customers.
• Evaluate training programs and implement improvements.

Skills

Instructional design

Presentation skills

Communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in business studies, technical communication, or related field

Master’s degree

Tools

Skilljar

Camtasia

Articulate Storyline

Vyond

Vimeo

Job description

Sustainability that means business

Who we are:

Sustainability software specialist, AMCS, is headquartered in Ireland, with offices in Europe, the USA, and Australasia. With over 1,300 highly-skilled employees across 22 countries, we specialize in delivering technology solutions to facilitate a carbon neutral future.

What we do:

Our innovative SaaS solutions increase efficiency and boost sustainability in resource-intensive industries. Over 5,000 customers across 23 countries already benefit from our Performance Sustainability software, ensuring we deliver practical solutions for improved profitability and environmental resilience across the globe.

Our people

AMCS offers team members more than just a job, but an opportunity to map out a career with a company that is growing, evolving and setting out new ways of working that are having a positive impact on the world around us.AMCS was established in Ireland and holds onto those local roots and ‘start-up’ mentality with a culture of connection. Connection to our work, our customers, our colleagues and our community that creates a working environment that fosters openness, collaboration and creativity.

Job Specification

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Graduate Instructional Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for producing effective instructor-led training materials, online courseware, and certification exams on AMCS Products. This role is pivotal in ensuring our employees have the product skills and knowledge to excel in their roles, and in enabling our customers to adopt and use our products to their best advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce effective instructor-led training materials and online courseware on AMCS products
• Research and translate technical product information into plain English for non-technical users
• Conduct training needs analysis, produce curriculum plans, apply instructional design principles, and produce training and eLearning content
• Produce animated videos for conceptual content
• Record software demonstration videos
• Produce software simulations and other practice activities for learners
• Create and edit user guides, instructor manuals, learner handbooks, training presentations, and quick reference guides
• Document best practices and map process workflows from Subject Matter Expert notes and interviews
• Deliver onboarding sessions to customers
• Ensure training materials meet quality assurance standards prior to publication and release

Training Development and Administration:

• Develop and publish training courses and learning paths using Skilljar LMS
• Design and develop training programs, including but not limited to workshops, e-learning courses, and seminars.
• Curate existing training into learning paths tailored to each department and role.
• Coordinate logistics for training sessions, including scheduling, materials, and venue arrangements.
• Maintain and update training records, ensuring compliance with mandatory training requirements.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through assessments, surveys, and feedback, implementing improvements as needed.

Employee Development Programmes:

• Develop and manage employee development programs aimed at enhancing skills, knowledge, and career progression.
• Work closely with managers and employees to identify development needs and create personalized development plans.
• Monitor the progress of development programs, providing guidance and support to participants.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in learning and development, incorporating them into the company's programs.

Qualifications:

• Educated to a degree level with a business studies, technical communication, eLearning, localisation, or media technology qualification preferred. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Strong understanding of instructional design, adult learning principles, and training methodologies.
• Understanding of accounting or financial reporting an advantage.
• Understanding of SAAS products an advantage.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient using Skilljar, Camtasia, Articulate Storyline or Rise, Vyond, and Vimeo or equivalent learning management systems (LMS) and content development tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess training needs and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Certification in Learning and Development (CPLP, CPTM, or similar) is desirable.

Working Conditions:

• This is a full-time on-site position based in Limerick, Ireland.
• Occasional travel may be required for training sessions or professional development events.