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Competency Head - Instructional Design - EdTech

Competency Head - Instructional Design - EdTech

Academian IncPune, India
29 days ago
Job description

Position Overview : .

  • We are seeking a highly experienced Instructional Design Competency Head to lead our instructional design team.
  • The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving strategic initiatives, ensuring talent readiness, and aligning team capabilities with business growth objectives.
  • This role demands strong leadership, operational expertise, and the ability to foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation in the EdTech domain.

Key Responsibilities : .

Talent & Team Management.

  • Oversee the recruitment, training, and utilization of the instructional design team to ensure optimal performance.
  • Develop skill-based and project-based training programs to keep team members prepared for upcoming projects.
  • Maintain and manage the skills database for the instructional design team, ensuring visibility into competencies and areas for development.
  • Align with HR processes for talent management, performance evaluation, and career growth planning.

    • Business Strategy & Growth.

  • Identify and explore new business opportunities to expand the instructional design function within the organization.
  • Collaborate with the strategy & solutions team to support solution delivery planning and ensure projects align with client expectations and industry standards.

    • Leadership & Development.

  • Set clear skill and project-level goals and implement goal measurement processes to track performance.
  • Mentor and groom instructional design professionals into leadership roles.
  • Design, promote, and implement career growth pathways for team members.
  • Encourage a learning-driven culture by working closely with functional leadership.

    • Operational Excellence :

  • Monitor and maintain productivity benchmarks, ensuring effective team utilization.
  • Work closely with delivery leaders to understand monthly, quarterly, and yearly projections and organize in-house and outsourced talent accordingly.
  • Oversee the implementation of project execution processes to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Evaluate and collaborate with vendors and suppliers to support outsourcing requirements.

    • Required Qualifications : .

  • 19+ years of experience in Instructional Design, Learning & Development, or EdTech domains.
  • Strong background in managing large instructional design teams and talent development.
  • Proven expertise in business strategy, competency development, and solution alignment.
  • Experience in mentoring leaders and fostering a growth-driven culture.
  • Ability to work remotely or from Pune, with flexibility to engage with global teams.

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