Digital Learning Specialist

About this position

CAREER OPPORTUNITY: DIGITAL LEARNING SPECIALIST
(full-time/1 year contract)

Ve'ahavta is a registered non-profit social service organization based on the Jewish ethics of justice, kindness, and responsibility. At Ve’ahavta, we deliver programs that break down barriers, restore human dignity, foster capacity-building, and empower marginalized individuals to break the cycle of poverty and create real change in their lives. Further information can be found at www.veahavta.org

At Ve’ahavta, we value hard work, but we also value recognition, wellness, and taking care of each other. In addition to a competitive salary, Ve’ahavta employees are offered full group health benefits including dental coverage, a Wellness Spending Account allowance, Employee Assistance Program, generous vacation and sick time off policies, in addition to office closures for all statutory and Jewish holidays. Above all, we provide a warm, supportive, fun, and progressive place of work. Come join us!

“It is an honor and a privilege to support Ve’ahavta clients to achieve their goals.  I also love being part of the Ve’ahavta team, a group of thoughtful, committed, and dedicated employees who work tirelessly to change the world. I am grateful for all the opportunities that are given to me to help me grow and transform professionally.”                          - M.J., Ve’ahavta Employee

JOB PURPOSE

The Digital Learning Specialist drives learning impact across the organization’s programs serving individuals facing socio-economic barriers. Through  the establishment, development, and maintenance of a strong and interactive Learning Management System (LMS),  the Digital Learning Specialist will direct digital learning strategies, content development, and evaluate efficacy of learning tools, while ensuring highly engaging, progressive, and valuable e-learning programs.

As part of the training programs team, and reporting to the Director of Programs, you will be a key player on a diverse team of social service workers, administrative staff, and volunteer educators.

Through the creation and development of content, lessons plans, resource lists, and facilitation techniques your team will look to you for guidance and leadership in rolling out a top notch e-learning experience for our clients. The curriculum will focus on topics such as job readiness, communication skills, goal-setting, and stress management, among others.

You will have the opportunity to work with leadership volunteers, experts in their fields, as you provide support and guidance for them before, during, and after their workshop facilitation.

As you lay down the bricks for Ve’ahavta’s e-learning programs, a key part of your role will be to evaluate the efficacy and impact of curriculum content and teaching techniques. This will be done by occasionally attending class sessions, soliciting feedback from stakeholders and colleagues, designing quizzes and questionnaires, and conducting program evaluations.

*a full job description is available upon request
*this is currently a remote position

We are seeking a values-driven individual who is passionate about digital learning for the greater good, and meets the following eligibility criteria:

Qualifications

• 5+ years of work experience in digital learning and adult education, in the non-profit sector preferred
• post-secondary/undergraduate degree in related field is an asset
• proven success designing and implementing digital learning programs
• knowledge of multi-media applications such as Articulate, Adobe Suite, Docebo
• ability to learn and adopt new technology swiftly
• experience working with marginalized populations including newcomers, and those experiencing socio-economic instability, and/or mental health challenges is an asset
• exceptional written communications skills
• strong research and application skills
• strong understanding of a variety of learning styles, behaviours and methodologies
• highly creative and innovative
• demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills
• self-motivated, highly organized and detailed oriented

Please be advised that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Police Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to Marni Herskovits, Director of Programs: marni.herskovits@veahavta.org

Please put “Digital Learning Specialist” in subject line 

We thank all interested applicants but can only respond to those selected for an interview.

Ve’ahavta is an equal opportunity employer that values equity, diversity, and inclusion. All eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.