Learning And Development Specialist
WFA Digital Insight
As demand for skilled Learning and Development professionals continues to grow, with a 25% increase in remote roles over the past year, Dagen is seeking a highly organized specialist to support their team. With the rise of digital skills training, this role stands out for its focus on learner-friendly content creation and LMS management. Candidates should be self-starters who thrive in fast-paced environments and have experience with project coordination. Before applying, consider the importance of strong written communication skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.
Job Description
About the Role
The Learning and Development Specialist will play a crucial role in supporting Dagen's learning initiatives, providing temporary coverage during a maternity leave. This is a contract position from July to November, and the ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can manage multiple priorities and drive projects to completion. The specialist will work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with stakeholders to gather information and support learning initiatives.Day-to-day responsibilities will include coordinating learning and development programs, maintaining training matrices and learning records, and assisting with LMS activities. The specialist will also be responsible for curating and refining existing content into learner-friendly formats, creating and editing presentation materials, and summarizing complex information into clear, concise learning content.
The team at Dagen values highly organized and adaptable individuals who can thrive in a remote environment. As a Learning and Development Specialist, you will be an integral part of the team, working closely with stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of learning programs.
What You Will Do
- Support the administration and coordination of learning and development programs
- Maintain and update training matrices, learning records, and training documentation
- Assist with learning management system (LMS) activities and learning operations
- Organize, track, and manage learning-related projects to ensure deadlines are met
- Curate and refine existing content into learner-friendly formats
- Create and edit PowerPoint presentations, training materials, content outlines, and job aids
- Summarize complex information into clear, concise learning content
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather information and support learning initiatives
- Monitor project timelines and proactively identify and resolve obstacles
What We Are Looking For
- 2-5 years of experience supporting Learning & Development, Training, Organizational Development, or Talent Development functions
- Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS); Workday Learning experience is a plus
- Strong project coordination and organizational skills
- Experience maintaining training matrices and learning documentation
- Ability to create, edit, and refine presentation materials and learning content
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to summarize information effectively
- Comfortable working independently with limited direction
- Demonstrated ability to manage shifting priorities and changing business needs
Nice to Have
- Experience with content creation and curation
- Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design
- Familiarity with project management tools and software
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive hourly rate of $40.00
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing company
- Remote work arrangement with flexible scheduling
- Access to professional development and training opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Recognition and reward for outstanding performance
How to Stand Out
- Be prepared to provide examples of your experience working with LMS and project coordination
- Showcase your ability to create engaging and learner-friendly content
- Highlight your strong written communication skills and ability to summarize complex information
- Demonstrate your ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Consider creating a portfolio of your work, including presentation materials and training content
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with adult learning principles and instructional design
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