Moodle LMS Instructional Designer

undp.org; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 738,000 - 1,476,000; Full time

Job summary

UNDP invites applications for two Moodle specialists to architect and implement enhancements to the Moodle-based LMS, aligning with DICT-ILCDB goals for nationwide digital learning. The LMS Instructional Designer will transform complex curricula into engaging, automated learning experiences, ensuring usability across blended delivery modes.

The two roles require strong Moodle expertise, instructional design acumen, and experience in course setup, learner analytics, and completion tracking;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Computer Science or related fields.
• Certifications in Moodle, instructional design, e-learning development, LMS administration or UX/UI for learning are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Audit and enhance Moodle LMS environment to meet high technical and pedagogical standards.
• Design and develop human-centered, automated, and engaging digital learning experiences.
• Collaborate with Technical Developer to ensure secure, scalable backend and effective instructional delivery.

Skills

Moodle LMS

LMS Admin

Instructional Design

E-learning

Course setup

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/Instructional Design/IT or related field

Tools

Open-source LMS

Moodle configurations

Job description

Introduction

Description of the Assignment:

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), through its ICT Literacy and

Competency Development Bureau (ILCDB), is actively strengthening community-based digital skills

training nationwide. Central to this mandate is the enhancement of the Digital Transformation Centers

(DTCs), which serve as the vital physical landing points for localized capacity development initiatives. To

modernize and scale these efforts, the DICT is enhancing the Tech4ED DTC portal to act as the project’s

digital backbone—a centralized infrastructure designed to stream standardized learning content and

monitor learner performance across all DTCs.

Crucially, the DICT recognizes that effective learning cannot be fully digitized; it is a complex process that

often necessitates a tactile, social interface. Therefore, the project places equal emphasis on ensuring

that local center operations are equipped with the capacity to deliver high-quality, blended training that

perfectly complements this digital infrastructure.

To support this initiative, the DICT-ILCDB is collaborating with Digital PINAS in the enhancement,

customization, and integration of the existing Moodle-based Learning Management System (LMS) to the

Tech4ED DTC portal. This collaboration enables the DICT to upgrade its current platform into a scalable

digital infrastructure for managing and delivering nationwide training programs, while simultaneously

providing Digital PINAS with a robust vehicle to reach MSMEs with targeted learning interventions and

business development resources. The Moodle LMS is envisioned not merely as a content delivery platform,

but as a dynamic enabler of meaningful and sustained learning. By complementing on-the-ground

facilitation at DTCs with structured digital support, the system will ensure that capacity‑building efforts

translate into tangible digital literacy and improved enterprise productivity.

The project requires two (2) Moodle specialists who will architect and implement the Moodle

enhancement and integration: an LMS Technical Developer and an LMS Instructional Designer. Working

together, these specialists will audit and enhance the existing environment to meet the highest standards

of technical and pedagogical design. While the Technical Developer focuses on the robust infrastructure,

security, and backend environment of the platform, the LMS Instructional Designer is responsible for the

"human-centered" layer—transforming complex curriculum into engaging, automated, and sound digital

learning experiences. This ensures that the enhanced platform is not just functional but remains intuitive

and optimized for high-impact learning. Consequently, this Terms of Reference (TOR) specifically covers

the engagement and deliverables for the LMS Instructional Designer.

Qualifications

Education

At least a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational

Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology, Multimedia Arts,

Psychology, or other related fields.

Relevant certifications in Moodle, instructional design, e-learning development,

LMS administration, UX/UI for learning, or digital education are an advantage.

Experience

At least 5 years of professional experience in Learning Management System

(LMS) development, administration, instructional design, or digital learning

implementation, with demonstrated use of Moodle or other open-source LMS

platforms. Experience should include course setup, learner flow configuration,

gradebooks, assessments, completion tracking, and learner analytics.

Moodle-Specific and LMS Implementation Experience – Demonstrated

experience in configuring, customizing, or implementing Moodle-based LMS

environments, including one or more of the following: Course and category

architecture, User roles and permissions, Automated learning pathways and

completion rules, Quizzes, question banks, gradebooks, and certificates, User

acceptance testing (UAT) or pilot deployments.

Designed, developed, or implemented at least two (2) LMS-based or digital

learning projects. Applicants must submit sample works or links that

demonstrate direct contribution to Moodle or LMS implementations (e.g.,

modules).

Language

Fluency in spoken and written English and Filipino as indicated in the CV

Period of assignment/services: 70 days spread across six months

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Women, individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.