2 Learning Materials jobs in Saudi Arabia

Overview

Job Title: Instructional Design Specialist

Requisition ID: 5460

Country: Saudi Arabia • Location: IsDB HQ, Jeddah • Job Grade: E2 • Contract Type: Fixed Term • Closing Date: 20-Oct-2025

To contribute to the identification of skills, knowledge, information and attitude gaps of a targeted audience and create, select or suggest learning experiences that close this gap, based on instructional theory and best practices from the field. This role also contributes to the creation of learning experiences.

Planning and Analysis:

• Identify knowledge and learning gaps through in-depth research, including consultations with the SME(s) or the concerned Hiring Managers and staff.
• Assess the learning needs and objectives, then collaborate with SMEs to define which skills and knowledge need to be covered in the course and choose the appropriate instructional strategy and support the team in defining delivery and evaluation strategies.
• Analyze existing instructional materials to see whether they meet the requirements.
• Decide on the most suitable modes of instruction and formulate curricula outlines that address identified skills deficits.
• Capture all requirements related to designing e-Learning modules for both dimensions (MCs and operations).
• Apply tried and tested instructional design theories, practices and methods.
• Ensure adherence to Intellectual Property Rights of others in all the course materials development.
• Protect the Intellectual Property Rights of IsDB for its proprietary and copyright materials.

Design And Development:

• Design a variety of instructional materials for traditional instructor-led courses, online programs, web-based learning aids or products, and other programs as needed.
• Develop materials for courses comprising the related e-courses storyboard based on information provided by subject matter experts and instructors to create the best coursework possible.
• Create engaging learning activities and compelling course content that enhances retention and transfer.
• Design and develop internal required e-courses using dedicated authoring and graphic design tools in cooperation with internal IsDB technical SMEs.
• Visualize instructional graphics, the user interface and the finished product.
• Create supporting material/media (audio, video, simulations, role plays, games, etc.).
• Recommend changes to existing courses, including technology or instructional methods, to better adhere to delivery options for the course.
• Analyze courses to ensure they meet or exceed IsDB and industry standards.

Implementation And Management:

• Conduct instructional research and analysis on learners and contexts.
• Provide exercises and activities that enhance the learning process.
• Decide on the criteria used to judge learner performance and develop assessment instruments.
• Maintain project documentation and course folders.
• Train trainers/facilitators and staff how to use the online learning system.
• Troubleshoot technical problems via reported user issues.
• Keep abreast with the emerging instructional technologies and make recommendations about when to adopt certain systems to continue to offer the best learning experience possible.
• Participate in the development of IsDB Learning Plans, Frameworks, Policies, Procedures and Guidelines.

• Bachelor’s degree in Management, Economics, Social sciences or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in learning and development, knowledge management, academic teaching or instructional learning, of which preferably 3 years in a multilateral development bank.
• Languages: English: Mandatory; Arabic: Mandatory; French: Preferred.

• Latest trends in Instructional Design Development (IDD).
• Proficiency with Blackboard, Canvas, Camtasia, Captivate, Moodle or proprietary LMS and other related authoring tools.
• Hands-on experience and good knowledge with MS SharePoint products and techniques.
• Familiar with website design, video technology and editing.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of varied learning styles.
• Knowledge of assessment and evaluation methods.
• Project Management Skills.
• Knowledge of Plagiarism and Intellectual Property rights.
• Passion for learning.
• MS Office-Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application you would need the following document(s):

• Resume/CV
• Copy of passport
• Academic certificate

If you are currently an IsDB Regular staff applying for this role and get selected through the competitive selection process; your current contract type and other terms and conditions will remain unchanged.

The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) does not ask for payments of any kind from applicants throughout the recruitment process (job application, CV review, interview meeting, and final processing of applications). In addition, the IsDB does not request information on applicants’ bank accounts. The IsDB declines all responsibility for the fraudulent publications of job posts or job offers in its name or, in general, for the fraudulent use of its name in any way whatsoever.

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