Project Manager - Curriculum Design and Development Lead
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Elementary and Secondary SchoolsEducational Support ServicesColleges, Universities, and Professional SchoolsJunior CollegesOther Schools and InstructionProject Manager Curriculum Design And Development LeadThe Project Manager Curriculum Design and Development Lead provides leadership and oversight for the design, development, and management of education and training curricula in support of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This role is responsible for managing curriculum-related activities defined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS), ensuring instructional materials are engaging, effective, and aligned with VA mission requirements. The Curriculum Lead applies adult learning principles and instructional design best practices to support both classroom-based and self-paced learning environments.This announcement is associated with GKG's Future Opportunities. Future Opportunities includes contract driven professional services that are in proposal, source selection, or recently awarded. Expressing interest in GKG's Future Opportunities offers you the ability to share your capabilities and career interests with GKG; aligning your next step with your career goals!ResponsibilitiesLead and manage curriculum design and development efforts in accordance with PWS requirementsOversee the creation, review, and maintenance of curriculum products, including course materials, scripts, exercises, classroom manuals, self-study guides, and other instructional aidsApply adult learning methodologies and instructional design theories to ensure content promotes learner engagement and comprehensionManage curriculum redesign initiatives to improve learning outcomes and align with evolving VA requirementsCoordinate curriculum development schedules, deliverables, and quality assurance activitiesCollaborate with VA stakeholders and subject matter experts to validate instructional content and learning objectivesEnsure training content supports multiple delivery formats, including instructor-led, virtual, and e-learning environmentsTrack project performance and provide regular status updates and documentation to Government stakeholdersEnsure all contractor personnel maintain professional conduct and compliance with VA standards and policiesOther duties as assignedQualificationsBachelor's degree in curriculum development or a closely related fieldMinimum of five (5) years of relevant experience managing curriculum development projects as defined in the PWSDemonstrated experience managing curriculum development programs, including:Course materials and instructional scriptsExercises and assessmentsClassroom manuals, self-study guides, and other teaching aidsProven experience in the design and redesign of education and training content to support learner engagement and understandingExpertise in adult learning methodologies and instructional design principlesExperience with e-learning development, including instructional theories, models, and learning technologiesStrong written and verbal communication skillsProficiency with office automation tools and content development softwareAll contractor personnel must meet VA Personal Security requirementsPersonnel must maintain professional conduct that positively represents the VADue to the continuation of long-standing services, priority may be given to individuals who have previously supported this effort, contingent upon acceptable performanceDesired QualificationsExperience supporting VA or other Federal civilian agenciesFamiliarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and e-learning authoring toolsExperience supporting blended learning or virtual training environments