Instructional Designer

Job Description

SUMMARY The instructional designer will be responsible for conceptualising and creating learner-centred training materials that make AI concepts accessible to non-technical audiences. They will collaborate with subject matter experts, trainers, field and product teams, as well as the internal capacity building team to develop engaging content tailored to diverse learner profiles, including frontline workers, rural youth, and community educators. This role requires a sensitivity to learner needs, a grounding in pedagogy, and an ability to transform complex AI concepts into simple, actionable learning experiences. Location - Delhi/Remote ABOUT US - https://www.wadhwaniai.org/ Wadhwani AI is a nonprofit institute building and deploying applied AI solutions to solve critical issues in public health, agriculture, education, and urban development in underserved communities in the global south. We collaborate with governments, social sector organizations, academic and research institutions, and domain experts to identify real-world problems, and develop practical AI solutions to tackle these issues with the aim of making a substantial positive impact. We have over 30+ AI projects supported by leading philanthropies such as Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, USAID and Google.org. With a team of over 200 professionals, our expertise encompasses AI/ML research and innovation, software engineering, domain knowledge, design and user research. In the Press: Our Founder Donors are among the Top 100 AI Influencers G20 India’s Presidency: AI Healthcare, Agriculture, & Education Solutions Showcased Globally. Unlocking the potentials of AI in Public Health Wadhwani AI Takes an Impact-First Approach to Applying Artificial Intelligence - data.org Winner of the H&M Foundation Global Change Award 2022 Sole Indian Winners of the 2019 Google AI Impact Challenge, and the first in the Asia Pacific to host Google Fellows Cultures page of Wadhwani AI - https://www.wadhwaniai.org/culture/ ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Curriculum and Content Design Design AI literacy and skilling programs for low-resource, non-technical learners across public sectors Develop lesson plans, storyboards, facilitator guides, and participant materials aligned with defined learning outcomes Create learning pathways across different formats: including short courses, microlearning modules, job aids, explainer videos, and interactive workshops Contextualize content for rural and low-literacy audiences, using visuals, local language, real-life use cases, and activity-based learning Collaboration and Co-Creation Work with subject matter experts, field trainers, and community stakeholders to co-create culturally relevant training material Partner with illustrators, media teams, and tech partners to develop multimedia learning assets (e.g., videos, animations, slide decks) Support trainers by developing toolkits, training-of-trainer (ToT) materials, and implementation guides Quality Assurance and Iteration Pilot test content with field teams and revise materials based on learner feedback and performance data Maintain instructional design standards to ensure clarity, accessibility, and impact across all training programs Digital Learning Support Adapt content for digital platforms including mobile learning apps, WhatsApp-based learning, and LMS systems Ensure materials are mobile-first and optimized for low-bandwidth enviornments REQUIREMENTS Education/ Background Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Learning Sciences, EdTech, Instructional Design, or related fields OR Bacherlor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Must Have Skills: Exposure to AI concepts, digital literacy, or technology for development 2-3 years of experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or training content creation: preferably in development, education, or skilling sectors Proven ability to simplify technical or abstract concepts for non-expert audiences Strong skills in writing, visual storytelling, and activity-based learning design Familiarity with online educator tools, Google Classroom, Google Workspace and LMS platforms Experience designing for low-literacy, multilingual or rural contexts Empathy for learners and a passion for equity in education and technology Good to have Skills: Experience working in field settings with NGOs, social enterprises, or community organizations Knowledge of Indian languages Experience in human-centred design or participatory learning approaches We are committed to promoting diversity and the principle of equal employment opportunity for all our employees and encourage qualified candidates to apply irrespective of religion or belief, ethnic or social background, gender, gender identity, and disability. If you have any questions, please email us at careers@wadhwaniai.org.