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Instructional Designer (18 Months Term)


Company : The North West Company https://static.whatjobs.com


Location : Winnipeg, Manitoba


Created : 2026-04-25


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

OverviewStatus: Term (up to 18 Months). In your role as Instructional Designer at The North West Company (NWC), you design and develop engaging learning experiences for employees across all NWC banners. The individual will develop learning resources and programs that support, develop and enhance employees capabilities while supporting business goals and needs.LocationLocation will vary between NWC Training Centre - 657 Century Street, and Gibraltar House - 77 Main Street, Winnipeg, MBResponsibilitiesDevelop needs analysis and assess skill gaps to determine learning requirementsDesign, develop, evaluate and maintain in-house learning and development programsCollaborate with subject matter experts to assess needs and to create training materialsBuild, upload and maintain internal and external courses to the LMSManage delivery of training in non-LMS solutionsCollaborate with Operations to deliver and assess curriculum for key programs such as Management in Training and frontline associatesCollaborate with business partners to develop and maintain store training and support toolsCollaborate with the Recruitment team to design and support onboarding programsFacilitate or co-facilitate learning programs as requiredRemain current on latest learning and development trends and best practicesDesired Skills & ExperienceMinimum 3 years of related experience in analyzing, designing, developing, implementing and evaluating blended learning programsCertificate in Adult Education (e.g. CAE, CACE/PDAL), Instructional Design, eLearning or equivalent an assetStrong working knowledge of design and authoring software such as Adobe suite and Articulate 360Strong written communication skills and technical writing experienceExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staffRelationship building skills to establish partnerships with internal customers, experts, stakeholdersExperience working on multiple priorities in a deadline driven environmentStrong organizational, planning and time management skillsExperience with systems such as learning management systemsFundamental understanding of project managementUnderstanding of retail and/or grocery operations an assetExperience working with diverse culturesAbility to speak a second language (French, Spanish, Indigenous language) an assetAbility to travel to remote, northern Canadian communities on a regular basis, as requiredReports toManager, People Development Learning ExperienceEqual Employment OpportunityThe North West Company is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from all candidates including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, and persons with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr