Learning & Development Strategist — Federal Training

Akima; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Akima Data Management (ADM) seeks a Training and Development Specialist to design, deliver, and evaluate comprehensive training programs that support the OIG mission and operational effectiveness across all levels and audiences.

You will create curricula, instructional materials, and learning solutions across platforms (in-person, virtual, asynchronous, hybrid) and serve as a trusted advisor on training strategy, ensuring compliance with federal guidelines and accessibility standards.

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree and eight to ten years of training experience, including leading comprehensive in-person and virtual training programs for large, diverse groups.
• Proficiency in instructional design and in tools such as Microsoft PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
• Experience conducting needs assessments and evaluating training effectiveness.
• Proven ability to develop engaging, innovative learning materials across multiple formats and platforms.
• Strong facilitation skills with experience training individuals at all organizational levels.
• Ability to translate complex organizational requirements into clear and actionable learning solutions.
• Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and facilitate training sessions for diverse audiences across the OIG, ensuring content is relevant, engaging, and aligned with organizational priorities.
• Build comprehensive training curricula, including structured learning paths, multi-session programs, and blended learning approaches.
• Create innovative instructional materials such as presentations, e-learning modules, facilitator guides, participant workbooks, job aids, and reference tools.
• Assess training needs through collaboration with leadership, SMEs, and stakeholders to identify skills gaps and organizational development priorities.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs using qualitative and quantitative measures; recommend enhancements based on learner feedback and organizational goals.
• Manage the end-to-end training lifecycle, including scheduling, logistics, communication, documentation, and reporting.
• Leverage multiple platforms - virtual, in-person, asynchronous, and hybrid to deliver high-quality learning experiences.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on training strategy, organizational development, and change management initiatives.
• Ensure training materials comply with OIG policies, federal guidelines, and accessibility standards.

Skills

Secret clearance

Public speaking

Instructional design

Needs assessment

Facilitation

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication

Learning platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Excel

Word

Teams

Job description

Akima Data Management (ADM) seeks a Training and Development Specialist to design, deliver, and evaluate comprehensive training programs that support the OIG mission and operational effectiveness across all levels and audiences.

You will create curricula, instructional materials, and learning solutions across platforms (in-person, virtual, asynchronous, hybrid) and serve as a trusted advisor on training strategy, ensuring compliance with federal guidelines and accessibility standards.