Partner Enablement Technical Writer - Contractor
Sift
Instructor – Leadership Development and Facilitation
McColm & Company
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Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States • Virginia
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Senior
About the role
- Design and deliver leadership and management training courses for U.S. foreign affairs professionals.
- Utilize adult learning principles and experiential learning methodologies to engage participants.
- Incorporate educational technology and blended learning techniques, including Zoom for Government, Adobe Connect, and AI-supported instructional tools.
- Facilitate training on leadership, management, and supervision principles, particularly in the federal government context.
- Conduct ongoing assessment of learners and adjust instructional techniques to meet course objectives.
- Apply industry-standard analytical tools, such as 360-degree developmental assessments and conflict resolution instruments.
- Use diverse instructional techniques, including Dialogue Education, Action Learning, Case-in-Point facilitation, Open Space Technology, and the World Café methodology.
- Engage in project-based learning teams, participate in after-action reviews, and contribute to continuous curriculum improvement.
Requirements
- At least seven (7) years of experience using adult learning principles in course facilitation and delivery.
- At least seven (7) years of experience in experiential learning methodologies and training techniques.
- Basic knowledge about the Department of State, to include but not limited to mission, values, and organizational structure.
- Proficiency in delivering training through blended learning technologies, including Zoom for Government, Adobe Connect, and AI-supported educational platforms.
- Strong knowledge of leadership, management, and supervision principles, particularly within the federal government.
- Ability to assess learner progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
- Expertise and relevant certifications in education industry standards for analytical tools, such as 360-degree assessments and conflict resolution instruments.
- Familiarity with training delivery modalities, including case teaching, case-in-point facilitation, and Open Space Technology.
- Experience with Foreign Affairs agencies (e.g., Department of State, Intelligence agencies) and knowledge of embassy operations, global workforce challenges, and cross-cultural considerations.
- Experience in project-based learning teams and participation in after-action reviews or lessons learned events.
