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The Courseware Development Team within the OpenText Learning Services organization produces learning content for various audiences, enabling our internal and external customers to be successful with OpenText solutions. We particularly support the OpenText Learning Services delivery teams to achieve revenue goals as well as support the enablement goals of the department.
YOUR IMPACT
Are you an experienced courseware development manager? In this position, you are responsible for the management of a seasoned technical development team creating high quality, learning content in a variety of formats purposed for various audiences (end-user through developer), for a wide range of OpenText products and solutions. This role, reporting to the Director of Courseware Development, involves managing a complex portfolio that spans multiple enterprise software applications, ensuring the development of high-quality training content that aligns with organizational goals. This position will manage the regular addition of newly supported products and solutions as well as updates to existing learning content based on varying product release schedules. Courseware priorities and -products are developed in collaboration with Learning Services content development leadership, delivery teams, product teams, and others.
WHAT THE ROLE OFFERS
Lead and mentor a team of content development specialistsLead development and timely release of training materials for a variety of delivery methods, including digital learning, classroom, virtual learning, and hands on environmentsWork with Learning Services leadership and others to assess needs, develop innovative programs, and prioritize deliverablesOptimize resource allocation and project timelines to meet deadlines Ensure that learning materials include sound learning and evaluation techniques, proven instructional design methods, and are of high qualityReview and test learning content to uphold the standard of courseware, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with organizational standardsContinuously evaluate and action the effectiveness of training materials through feedback mechanisms and performance metricsAnalyze reach and revenue metrics, prioritize and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize portfolio for impactCommunicate effectively with the Director of Courseware Development to provide feedback on projects, schedule, priorities, and other position responsibilitiesOther duties as assigned
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
Minimum 5 years of experience managing teams and individual contributorsMinimum 10 years of experience in instructional design and curriculum development; formal curriculum development training is an assetExcellent technical, English grammar, technical writing, and communication skillsTechnical proficiency in content authoring software, as well as virtual learning platformsA degree or diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Programming, or a related field such as Adult Learning, or applicable work experienceDemonstrated proficiency in instructional design methodologies and techniquesAbility to work with multiple levels and groups within the organization to assess needs and recommend viable design solutions and effectively collaborate across Learning Services teams, R&D stakeholders, and others in all regions of the worldStrong project management experience leading large scale instructional design projectsAbility to adapt to rapidly changing business priorities and to recommend approaches to optimizing courseware and learning programs in times of high changeStrong organizational skills and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasksAbility to work independently as well as within a team, on multiple projects, within a fast-paced environmentAbility to clearly and persuasively communicate with stakeholders across the organizationExpertise with OpenText products and solutions is a strong asset, as well as experience/expertise with Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Windows (client and server)/UNIX operating systems, and Docker/Kubernetes containerizationProgramming skills are an asset (C# and Java) as well as a good comfort level with Eclipse and/or Visual StudioExperience with learning content authoring applications including Microsoft Office 365 (especially Word and PowerPoint), Adobe FrameMaker, XML authoring environments, and eLearning development tools such as Adobe Captivate, HTML5, and others
ONE LAST THING:
If you're ready to contribute your expertise to shaping innovative solutions and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment, apply now to join our team at OpenText Content Professional Services Practice.
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