Vocational L&D Programme Designer (Events & Culture)

Job Title: Vocational L&D Programme Designer (Events & Culture)

Role Overview

We are seeking an L&D Specialist to design and scale a blended vocational training programme for the events, entertainment, and cultural sectors. You will bridge the gap between technical expertise and learner engagement by creating theoretical e-learning and structured practical sessions.

Key Responsibilities

• Content Extraction: Partner with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to extract technical knowledge and translate it into clear learning pathways.
• Blended Design: Develop comprehensive courses combining digital e-learning modules with in-person practical workshops and competency-based testing.
• Train-the-Trainer: Design a dedicated programme to upskill instructors, ensuring consistent quality of delivery during practical sessions.
• LMS Integration: Liaise with the LMS team to implement content, track learner journeys, and manage assessments.
• ISO & Scaling: Document all design, delivery, and assessment procedures to meet ISO standards and enable future scalability.
• Quality Assurance: Establish frameworks to maintain high delivery standards across all courses and locations.

Required Experience & Skills

• L&D Expertise: Proven experience in instructional design, vocational training, and blended learning methodologies.
• Communication: Exceptional ability to interview SMEs and facilitate cross-departmental collaboration.
• Management: Strong organisational and time-management skills to lead multiple course-development workstreams simultaneously.
• Technical Writing: Ability to produce high-quality facilitator guides, learner workbooks, and ISO-compliant process documentation.

Desirable

• Language & Culture: Arabic language proficiency and an understanding of Saudi Arabian culture/working environment.
• Sector Knowledge: Experience in events, entertainment, or cultural operations.

Key Deliverables

• Blended vocational course suites (E-learning + Practical).
• Competency assessment frameworks and Train-the-Trainer modules.
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the ISO management system.

Package: TBC

Duration: Project-based leading to Full-Time.

Location: Remote

Start Date: ASAP