Senior Learning Specialist working with Bird's Learning & Development team to design effective learning solutions. Translating business needs into engaging learning experiences and collaborating across various teams.
Responsibilities
Translate business needs into learning experiences.
Partner with leaders and subject matter experts to diagnose capability needs and recommend interventions.
Design learning experiences and curriculum structures using instructional design principles.
Produce polished learning assets (facilitator guides, eLearning modules, videos, etc.) that align with quality standards.
Partner with stakeholders to clarify objectives and manage vendor relationships.
Deliver program content and develop communication strategies to drive adoption.
Requirements
Certificate or undergraduate degree in Adult Education, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or a related field; CTDP, CPTD, or CPHR designation is an asset.
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in talent development, instructional design, or a related learning role, with a portfolio of solutions delivered across multiple formats and topics.
Strong instructional design, consulting, and project management skills, with demonstrated experience leading ADDIE from end-to-end.
Hands-on proficiency with authoring and design tools (e.g., Articulate 360, Vyond, Adobe Creative Cloud, PowerPoint); intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Workday Learning and SharePoint is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate learning effectiveness and translate results into actionable recommendations for stakeholders.
Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to influence and build trust across levels and functions.
Knowledge of the construction industry is an asset.
Open to occasional travel to various locations across the country.
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