Learning Specialist (Open to internal and external applicants)
Organizational Context
The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme, administered by UNDP and headquartered in Bonn, Germany, promotes peace and development through volunteerism worldwide. The Human Resources Section (HRS) supports the organization's workforce, with the Capacity Development Team (CDT) specifically designing and implementing learning programs for UN Volunteers, including onboarding, skills development, and career support.
Job Purpose
The Learning Specialist will be responsible for the design, development, and delivery of virtual and onsite learning activities for UN Volunteers. This includes conducting training needs analyses, creating high-quality learning materials, managing learning projects from inception to completion, and ensuring alignment with organizational monitoring and evaluation frameworks. The role involves facilitating learning sessions, maintaining e-courses on the UNV Learning Management System (e-Campus), and coordinating learning outreach and communications. The specialist will also support the revision of existing learning programs and contribute to the continuous improvement of learning platforms and digital learning environments to enhance learner access, usability, and engagement.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include planning and designing virtual and onsite learning activities, conducting training needs analyses, and developing detailed program plans with appropriate instructional strategies and assessment methods. The role involves creating or sourcing training materials, coordinating with subject-matter experts, and managing the full cycle of project management, including communication, timelines, and budgets. Facilitating in-person, virtual, and blended learning sessions for diverse adult learners worldwide is crucial. Additionally, the specialist will design, develop, and maintain e-courses on the UNV Learning Management System (e-Campus), manage learning platforms, and support the revision of learning programs based on evaluation data. Coordinating learning outreach, communications, and stakeholder engagement is also a key duty.
Work Experience
A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience is required with a Master's degree, or 7 years with a Bachelor's degree. Experience should be in sustainable development, preferably within the UN, or in learning and development, adult learning, instructional design, capacity development, or new learning technologies. Experience managing learning programs or projects through all stages of the learning cycle is essential. HR Certification is considered an asset.
Skills
Required skills include conducting learning needs assessments, designing learning programs, assessments, and evaluations; facilitating participatory virtual and in-person learning for diverse adult learners; developing interactive e-courses using digital technologies and authoring tools; Learning Management System (LMS) administration and troubleshooting; and managing learning projects and budgets with multiple stakeholders in an international context.