Instructional Designer (Senior) at Discovery Institute of Training Sandton (Hybrid)

Instructional Designer (Senior) – Discovery Institute of Training

Business Unit: Sales & Distribution
Function: Learning (Development & Training)
Location: Sandton (Hybrid)
Date Posted: 10 November 2025

About the Role

Discovery Institute of Training is seeking a Senior Instructional Designer to develop high-quality training solutions and materials for the Discovery Bank portfolio. This role requires strong expertise in instructional design, project management, and stakeholder collaboration. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring all learning materials are aligned with Discovery’s standards, while constantly evaluating and improving the training cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply the 6Ds methodology in the development of all learning solutions.
• Consult with stakeholders across relevant business areas to identify and address learning and development needs.
• Gather insights on Discovery Bank’s requirements and design comprehensive, fit-for-purpose curricula.
• Design and develop training materials and assessments for in-person and virtual workshops and induction programmes, ensuring learning outcomes are achieved.
• Create storyboards for digital content (e-learning, videos, podcasts, infographics, and animations) for the Multimedia Design team to produce.
• Collaborate with business areas to establish realistic project timelines and deliverables.
• Train and support facilitators to ensure effective delivery and achievement of learning outcomes.
• Maintain, review, and update training material regularly to ensure alignment with best practices.
• Evaluate both facilitator performance and material effectiveness.
• Translate complex product and technical information into clear, engaging learning content.
• Manage projects and initiatives within the instructional design team, ensuring proactive communication and adherence to deadlines.
• Apply project management skills and tools to plan, track, and deliver outputs effectively.
• Set and drive strategic portfolio goals and manage new learning initiatives.
• Lead, coach, and mentor a junior instructional designer to develop their skills and leadership potential.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Use data analytics to identify learning engagement trends and make impactful recommendations.
• Leverage AI tools to enhance instructional design processes and deliverables.

Competencies

• Strong expertise in applying the 6Ds methodology
• Data-driven approach to learning experience design
• Creative, innovative, and detail-oriented
• Exceptional instructional writing and communication skills
• Effective project management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage pressure, adapt to change, and deliver consistent results
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills
• Leadership and operational management capabilities
• Proficiency in leveraging technology to improve learning outcomes

Experience & Qualifications

Essential:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as an Instructional Designer
• Proven leadership or managerial experience
• Project management experience

Advantageous:

• ODETDP qualification (Occupationally Directed Education, Training and Development Practitioner)
• Experience in the financial services or banking industry
• A business-related degree

Employment Equity

Discovery is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered during the recruitment process. We actively encourage and welcome applications from people with disabilities.

Location: Sandton – Hybrid
Posted: 10 November 2025
Employer: Discovery Institute of Training

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