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How to Apply for Consultant-Instructional Designer LEARN - (4741)

at International Medical Corps

🏢 About International Medical Corps

International Medical Corps is a global humanitarian organization that delivers emergency relief and health training in crisis-affected regions. Working here means contributing to life-saving missions while building self-reliance in communities. Their commitment to accessible e-learning through the LEARN project makes this a unique opportunity to blend instructional design with social impact.

About This Role

As a Consultant-Instructional Designer for the LEARN project, you will design and develop e-learning materials for health/security training, collaborating with subject matter experts. Your work will directly enhance learner engagement and outcomes for humanitarian staff worldwide, making critical knowledge accessible through the LMS.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a virtual check-in with the LEARN project team to review timelines. You'll then collaborate with a subject matter expert to storyboard a new module on emergency triage, using Articulate Storyline. The afternoon could involve quality assurance testing of a completed course in Moodle Workplace, followed by revisions based on feedback.

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🎯 Who International Medical Corps Is Looking For

  • Proven experience in instructional design, especially for health/security training projects.
  • Intermediate proficiency in Articulate 360 (Storyline, Rise, Replay) and familiarity with Vyond or similar video editing tools.
  • Experience with LMS platforms like Moodle Workplace or Kaya, and ability to ensure accessibility and quality compliance.
  • Strong collaboration skills to work with SMEs and project teams, with a focus on visual clarity and learner-friendly design.

📝 Tips for Applying to International Medical Corps

1

Tailor your portfolio to include examples of e-learning modules for health or security topics, highlighting use of Articulate 360.

2

In your resume, explicitly mention your experience with Moodle Workplace or Kaya LMS, as the LEARN project uses these.

3

Showcase any work that demonstrates visual clarity and learner-friendly design, such as storyboards or facilitator guides.

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Include a brief note in your cover letter about your familiarity with adult learning best practices and how you apply them.

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Since it's a remote contract, emphasize your ability to manage timelines independently and provide regular progress updates.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your passion for humanitarian work and how instructional design can support global health training.', "Specific examples of e-learning projects you've led, especially those involving Articulate 360 and LMS integration.", 'Your experience adapting content for accessibility (e.g., WCAG standards) and quality assurance processes.', 'Your ability to collaborate remotely with diverse teams and subject matter experts in fast-paced environments.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review International Medical Corps' current LEARN project initiatives and recent health training programs.
  • → Understand the organization's core values and humanitarian mission to align your application language.
  • → Familiarize yourself with Moodle Workplace and Kaya LMS features, as they are central to the role.
  • → Look into the specific health/security training topics they cover (e.g., emergency response, disease prevention) to tailor examples.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through your process for designing an e-learning module from needs analysis to final delivery.
2 How do you ensure accessibility and quality compliance in your instructional materials?
3 Describe a time you had to adapt content for a different audience or platform. How did you approach it?
4 What tools do you use for video editing and multimedia development? How do you decide which tool to use?
5 How do you handle feedback from subject matter experts who may not be familiar with instructional design principles?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic portfolio without e-learning examples relevant to health or security.
  • Overlooking the importance of accessibility compliance (e.g., not mentioning WCAG or Section 508).
  • Failing to demonstrate proficiency in the specific authoring tools listed, especially Articulate 360 and Vyond.

📅 Application Timeline

⏰ Deadline: June 15, 2026

We recommend applying at least a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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