• As a Learning and Development Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the success of the Government Effectiveness Network (GEN). By identifying training needs, designing effective learning strategies, and guiding the development of high-quality training materials, you will ensure that GEN participants—public servants committed to driving change—are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and resources to tackle complex governance challenges. Your strategic guidance will enhance the learning journey for champions, empowering them to develop innovative solutions, implement impactful initiatives, and contribute to strengthening public institutions and governance systems.

Specific Responsibilities  

• Identify training needs
• Attend design meetings with the Instiglio GEN team and government officials to understand the training needs and knowledge gaps of champions.
• Analyze findings from meetings and provide recommendations on priority training areas and strategies to address identified gaps.
• Support the design and delivery of the GEN’s learning modules
• Collaborate with the web developer to support the setup and optimization of the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Advise on best learning strategies, methodologies, and techniques to ensure the program is engaging, impactful, and accessible.
• Provide strategic input on course structure, delivery formats, and integration of learning technologies.
• Content development
• Gather, organize, and refine course content with input from the Instiglio team and subject matter experts. Work closely with local and international partners to co-develop and customize training materials, ensuring alignment with local contexts and program objectives.
• Create high-quality resources, such as multimedia (videos, presentations, and interactive tools), assignments, surveys, etc. and monitor and evaluate the effectiveness
• Upload and manage content on the LMS, ensuring accessibility and regular updates.
• Advise subject matter experts on effective delivery techniques for their materials, ensuring clarity and relevance for participants.
• Provide strategic direction on the creation of training materials, including guidelines on structuring content, learning objectives, and instructional methods.

Education:

• A degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, International Relations, Law, Economics, Management, or related fields.

Experience:

• 3+ years in learning and development, instructional design, capacity building, or related fields targeted towards mid-career professionals
• Demonstrated experience working with mid- to senior-level government executives, preferably within the African context, with a strong preference for experience in Uganda.
• Experience in governance, public sector reform, or international development is considered a plus.
• Proven ability to design and deliver impactful training programs for diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and e-learning platforms is a strong advantage.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentors, or subject matter experts to develop training content.
• Strong background in facilitating workshops, conducting needs assessments, and providing strategic guidance on learning strategies.