Curiculum Development Specialist

About this role

Dexterous Applied Training Institute (DATI) is looking for an experienced Curriculum Development Specialist to design, update and standardise technical and management training materials. The role focuses on creating courses and resources that meet international standards and accreditation requirements, aligned with client competency needs. The position involves applying instructional design processes for various delivery modes, conducting learning needs analyses, and ensuring curricula comply with regulatory criteria. It targets professionals with a background in engineering, education, instructional design or related technical fields. The employer operates as a training and consultancy institute serving government bodies, organisations and industries such as oil and gas, manufacturing, energy and hospitality in Nigeria, with a goal of closing the country’s skill gaps."

What you would do

• Apply instructional design processes to develop or revise courses for instructor-led, virtual, or blended delivery.
• Create and curate instructional assets such as learner workbooks, instructor guides, slides, lab exercises, job aids and case studies.
• Design and conduct learning needs analyses with the Business Development Team to identify client skill gaps and learning outcomes.
• Develop assessment tools (formative and summative) to measure learning objectives.
• Align curricula with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate post-training outcomes, assessments and client feedback to inform improvements.
• Incorporate educational technologies and e-learning tools to enhance learning experiences.
• Ensure curricula meet competency-based frameworks and industry standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure materials are accurate and up-to-date.
• Stay informed on instructional design models and best practices.

What they are asking for

• Minimum BSc 2:1 or HND Upper Credit in Engineering, Education, Instructional Design or related technical subject.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field is an advantage.
• 4-5 years of experience in designing technical training modules, industrial safety curricula or vocational frameworks.
• Proven experience applying instructional design models and technologies in corporate or institutional settings.
• Experience with industrial safety curricula is preferred.
• Knowledge of ADDIE or SAM models, adult learning theory and competency-based frameworks.
• Familiarity with accreditation standards and compliance mapping.
• Experience with e-learning tools or LMS platforms (e.g., Moodle, Articulate).
• Creative and detail-oriented with curriculum innovation.

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