Learning Experience Designer

Learning Experience Designer
CARDET is one of the leading research and development centres in Cyprus and the region, dedicated to advancing social impact, innovation, and lifelong learning.

At CARDET, we believe that education can be a powerful force for transformation. Many of today’s global challenges are rooted in inequalities in access to knowledge, skills, opportunities, and participation. Through education, training, research, and innovation, we empower individuals, organisations, and communities to create meaningful and sustainable change.

If you are looking for meaningful work and want to contribute to a purpose-driven organisation with real social impact, we would love to hear from you.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for a talented and purpose-driven professional to join our team as:

Learning Experience Designer
(Hybrid / remote)
Help shape meaningful learning experiences with real social impact.

CARDET is seeking a Learning Experience Designer to design high-quality, engaging, and practical learning experiences across the organisation’s training portfolio. The role focuses on transforming subject matter into structured, interactive learning journeys that drive real behaviour change and measurable impact, supporting both internal staff development and external training programmes, including HRDA-certified training. The position operates as a cross-functional role supporting internal learning initiatives, external training services, and project-based learning activities across the organisation.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are passionate about learning, inclusion, and social impact.

Key Responsibilities
Learning Experience Design

Design structured and engaging learning experiences, including workshops, courses, and programmes
Define clear learning objectives, outcomes, and participant journeys
Develop session flows for workshops and multi-day programmes
Ensure alignment with adult learning principles and experiential learning methodologies

Content Development

Develop high-quality training materials for face-to-face, blended, and online learning environments, including facilitator guides, participant workbooks, slide decks, and supporting resources
Translate complex topics into clear, practical, and user-friendly content
Ensure consistency and quality across all learning materials

Experience & Engagement Design

Design interactive and participatory learning experiences, including activities such as role plays, scenarios, case studies, group discussions, and reflection exercises
Ensure learning experiences are practical, relevant, and applicable to real-world contexts
Design learning experiences with awareness of facilitation constraints, including timing, group dynamics, and participant engagement

Programme Development & Improvement 

Support the development and refinement of internal and external training programmes
Continuously improve content based on feedback, evaluation data, and learning outcomes
Contribute to innovation in learning formats, including blended learning, digital learning, and microlearning

Collaboration & Delivery Support 

Collaborate closely with subject matter experts, trainers, facilitators, Business Development teams, and Programme Development and Implementation teams to ensure alignment between learning design, market needs, and delivery feasibility
Support preparation for training delivery, including materials, structure, and flow
Occasionally support or co-deliver selected learning sessions where relevant

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Degree in a relevant field such as Instructional Design, Educational Psychology, Human Resource Management, Education, Organisational Psychology, or related field
Demonstrated experience in instructional design, learning experience design, training development, adult learning, or related areas
Candidates should be able to demonstrate  experience in designing or contributing to the development of  structured learning experiences (e.g. workshops, courses, or programmes)
PowerPoint, Google Slides, and Google Workspace proficiency
Familiarity with Canva or similar tools will be considered an advantage
Familiarity with AI tools and their practical application in learning design will be considered an advantage

Additional Experience That Would Be Valuable 

Experience designing HR, leadership, or wellbeing training programmes
Exposure to HRDA-certified training frameworks
Experience working in EU-funded projects
Interest in future-of-work topics, including AI in HR and leadership trends

Key Skills and Competencies:

Strong ability to structure content into clear learning flows
Understanding of adult learning principles and experiential learning
Ability to design interactive and engaging learning experiences
Excellent written communication skills in English (Greek will be considered an advantage)
Attention to detail and quality
Ability to balance quality with efficiency and work within defined timelines
Strong design thinking and ability to translate abstract concepts into structured, engaging learning experiences
Ability to simplify complex topics into clear, practical, and impactful learning flows

What Success Looks Like

Design high-quality, delivery-ready learning experiences from concept to completion
Translate expertise into structured, engaging, and learner-centred learning journeys
Contribute to the development of innovative and high-quality learning products across CARDET’s portfolio
Create practical and impactful learning materials used across multiple contexts

We offer:

Opportunity to shape innovative learning experiences with real social impact across local, regional, and international contexts.
Inclusive, wellbeing-oriented, and family-friendly culture
13th Salary and Provident Fund
Extended annual leave designed to promote rest and wellbeing
Fully paid maternity/paternity leave
Lifelong learning and professional development opportunities
Flexible hybrid work and shorter Fridays
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful work in a purpose-driven and values-led organisation.
Compensation is aligned with CARDET’s internal banding and reward framework, ensuring fairness, consistency, and transparency across roles.

How to Apply:

Candidates are invited to complete the online application form and submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter by 12th June 2026, through the following link.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to:

Submit a portfolio or sample of learning design work, which will be a key part of the evaluation process.
Complete a self-declaration form confirming they have not been subject to disciplinary, administrative, or criminal sanctions.
Submit two professional references and a valid clear criminal record certificate issued by the Cyprus Police at the final stage of the selection process and prior to appointment.
The position will remain open until filled. All applications will be treated in strict confidence and evaluated fairly.

Due to the large number of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding

CARDET is an HR Award-winning, equal opportunities, and disability-confident employer of choice. The organization has been accredited with the Sound Industrial Relations 2014 Standard and is fully committed to promoting, safeguarding and preventing all forms of sexual abuse and exploitation.