Training Content and Curriculum Development Advisor

Kent, Campa and Kate • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

This work requires a qualified advisor to support the National Foreign Affairs Training Center (NFATC) in enhancing the quality, relevance, and effectiveness of its training curricula. These advisors will provide subject-matter insights and technical expertise to help modernize course materials, strengthen instructional approaches, and identify best practices in adult learning and curriculum development. All work performed under this contract will support government-led training initiatives. NFATC retains full responsibility for final decisions related to curriculum content, instructional priorities, and policy representation.

Requirements

• Experience in foreign affairs, international relations, or Foreign Service–related subject areas.
• An MS/MA in Instructional Design and 6+ years’ curriculum/instructional design experience , with proven ability in drafting educational materials and designing a variety of training courses (including, but not limited to, foreign affairs, tradecraft, or diplomatic training) using a broad array of delivery modalities (e.g., classroom, virtual, hybrid) and methodologies OR 10 years' experience with 24 credit hours in Learning theory, psychology of learning, educational psychology, Instructional design practices, Educational evaluation, Instructional product development, and/or Computers in education and training.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to obtain Secret level clearance or public trust
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with and the ability to use computer and related education technologies.
• Please provide a resume to include the duties and responsibilities performed for each previously held position.
• Please provide three (3) professional references on your resume.
• Applicant must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing existing course materials and identifying opportunities to modernize content and improve instructional effectiveness
• Drafting recommended updates to training materials, instructor guides, handouts, and exercises
• Developing sample case studies, scenarios, or simulations for government review
• Recommending adult-learning best practices that may enhance delivery in in-person, hybrid, or virtual formats
• Conducting research and preparing technical summaries on emerging foreign affairs topics, training methodologies, or instructional tools
• Providing advisory input on alignment between training content and Department-level priorities as communicated by NFATC
• Draft curriculum and content recommendations to support NFATC’s instructional needs
• Updated draft training materials (e.g., presentations, handouts, instructor reference materials)
• Draft case studies, exercises, or simulations for use in training environments
• Written recommendations related to curriculum improvement or instructional methodology
• Monthly progress reports summarizing activities, findings, and pending tasks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level