Instructional Designer

Job DescriptionReporting to Head of Functional & Knowledge Management, the position of Instructional Designer is held accountable to develop training material and solutions for business utilizing the latest XR instructional design methodologies supporting adult-based learning.Key Result Areas (All Roles)The XR Instructional Designer is responsible for creating immersive learning experiences using Extended Reality (XR) technologies, including Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR).Held responsible for designing instructional methods in compliance with the learning methodology, desired learning outcomes and the content input by SMEs. Also required to ensure that the appropriate tools and practices are implemented to build engagement and continuous improvement.Design and develop learning solutions, leveraging tested XR instructional design theories, practices, and methods to create learning activities that are engaging, activity-based, and results-oriented. Recommend changes to existing courses, including technology or instructional methods, to better adhere to delivery options for the course.The Instructional Designer will collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) and other stakeholders to ensure that training content is accurate, relevant, and up to date.Utilize authoring tools and software to develop e-learning modules and other digital training materials.The job holder works independently in day-to-day operational matters however decisions on the non-routine/policy matters can be taken only in consultation with and approval by Head Functional & Knowledge Management.The job holder has no people management responsibilities.MS OfficeArticulate Storyline 360Articulate ReviewArticulate Quiz maker 360Articulate Replay 360Adobe AcrobatAdobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopAdobe Premiere ProMicrolearning platformScormCloudKnowledge, Skills, And Experience Minimum bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design/Educational Technology/Computer Science or equivalent. Minimum 7 (seven) years of demonstrated experience in instructional design and/or curriculum design, including the design and delivery of online and hybrid courses. In-depth knowledge of adult-based learning theories and instructional design models. Lesson and curriculum planning skills. Ability to write effective instructional text, audio and video scripts. Thorough understanding of learning management systems is crucial. Thorough understanding of the following will be beneficial:About UsBapco Energies operates a portfolio spanning the entire energy value chain in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The portfolio includes wholly-owned subsidiaries and specialized operating companies. Together, these companies drive Bapco Energies' mission to power the next generation.About The TeamBapco Refining (with a legacy of being referred to as “The Company” in Arabic - Ash Shariqa locally) is a trusted and enterprising organisation, which has never stood still since its inception. The first to discover oil in the Arabian peninsula in 1932, it started exporting crude in 1934, and installed the region’s first crude oil refinery in 1936.Since then the Company has helped shape the modern Kingdom of Bahrain, not simply through the generation of wealth, but through its committed development of the people of Bahrain. The Company is known as the incubator of much of the leadership talent in Bahrain developed over many decades. Bapco Refining touches all aspects of life in the Kingdom.With a rich history of more than 85 years, the adventure continues with new ambitions and initiatives in the downstream sector as well as oil and gas field development. The most recent is the Company’s multi-billion dollar expansion project which will significantly increase the Refinery’s capacity and employ the latest refining technology to meet future customer demands, latest fuels specifications and environmental compliance.Bapco Refining is engaged in the oil industry including refining and distribution of petroleum products, sales and exports of crude oil and refined products.