World Learning – QITABI 2: Authoring programmer

World Learning - QITABI 2: Authoring programmer

Background
USAID’s “Quality Instruction towards Access and Basic Education Improvement” (QITABI -2) is a five-year program seeking to improve learning outcomes for all students in public primary schools in Lebanon. Its activity targets an estimated 200,000 girls and boys, including those who are registered in second shifts of public schools.

World Learning has an immediate vacancy for an “Authoring Programmer” for its Beirut based USAID-funded Quality Instruction towards Access and Basic Education Improvement (QITABI 2) project in Lebanon. This position is for Lebanese nationals only.

To apply: Please send your resume to recruitment@qitabi.org with the post title on the subject line along with a cover letter (in English) explaining why you are best qualified for this position with a sample of your work. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis on a rolling basis and qualified candidates should apply as soon as possible.

Scope and Responsibilities

The project is aiming to produce digital e-content in line with the Lebanese curriculum for the English, French, Arabic and Math subjects - Grades 1 to 6 – with psychosocial support activities integrated and stand alone.
The Authoring programmer will be part of the e-content development team. He / She will work closely with the Instructional designer to convert the content produced by the SMEs into e-resources. He/she will also collaborate with the graphic designer and video producers to create interactive resources. The Authoring programmer will assemble different elements of the e-content (text, audio, video, storyboards, graphics, clipart, and animation) into a coherent unit.

Principal areas of responsibility
• Assembles different elements - text, graphics, audio, video, storyboards, and animations - provided by other team members to fit content into an appropriate delivery form, ensuring a coherent whole to create an immersive and engaging eLearning resources
• Integrates the content to the eLearning material layout, makes sure the e-content is compatible with the LMS, and adds the finishing touches, such as interactive scenarios, links to supplemental resources, etc.
• Uses storyboards, graphics, sound files, text, video clips, and animations to construct the course
• Supports in turning material into interactive portions and engaging formats (such as quizzes, assessments, videos, etc.)
• Develops the rapid prototype, the programmed working model, upon which the end-product is based
• Works with Instructional Designer to confirm specifications and resolve gaps
• Creates, manages, and delivers engaging e-resources across multiple mediums and multiple learning styles using mobile, on-line, video etc.
• Addresses changes and feedback to course deliverables in a timely manner
• Works collaboratively with graphic design and video producers to create an impactful learning material.
• Maintains branding of all the produced material in line with the QITABI-2 branding and marking strategy approved by USAID

Required Qualifications

• Degree in instructional technology, education, and/or related field (Masters is recommended)
• 2+ years of experience in instructional design
• Familiar with authoring systems such as: Flash, Rapid Intake, Moodle, Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline 360, Kannu, etc., and other programs that facilitate e-learning creation
• Familiar with programming languages, such as: HTML 5, c#, C++, LISP
• Knowledge of programming concepts and experience with JavaScript of VBA or any backend language
• Experience in audio/narration editing
• Graphic design experience is an added value
• Ability to code optimally and choose the right tool based on the technologies available to the audience
• Passionate about Storytelling, user experience, talent, and development management
• Highly self-motivated and self-managed; ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal coaching or supervision
• Ability to organize and work under strict time and production deadlines, while producing quality deliverables
• Demonstrated experience in usage of web-based platforms

World Learning is an equal employment opportunity committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.