Learning Experience Design Lead
Job Summary
- Located at Sydneys iconic Taronga Zoo
- Temporary 2 year contract part-time position (0.8FTE 30.4 hours per week)
- TCSA Salaried Employees Award Clerk Grade 7/8 annual package $132588 - $146768 (includes base salary $116981 - $129492 plus superannuation & leave loading)
Taronga Zoo Sydney is looking for an experienced and motivated Learning Experience Design Lead to join our People Experience & Capability team!
By combining creativity learning expertise and digital capability this role helps build the knowledge skills and behaviours that support Tarongas people and purpose.
About the Role
Key Accountabilities
- Supportthe design and implementation of Tarongas Learning Curriculum in line with capability assessments and strategic priorities.
- Designand deliverhigh quality engaging learning experiences over a variety of mediums includingpresentations resources and materials workshops videotutorialsande-Learning modules.
- Engage withexternal learning providersin line with Tarongas priorities budget and procurement processes and alignment to the broader learning curriculum.
- Partner with people leaders toidentifytraining needsprioritiesand solutions
- Support the development of Tarongaslearning design lifecycle including brief and needs analysis engagement and completion impactevaluationand continuous improvement.
- Support the development and implementation ofTarongas approach to evaluating learning experience effectiveness and make recommendations based on data and evidence.
- AdministerTarongas Learning Management System(with the support of the People Experience & CapabilityCoordinator) and seek opportunities toimprove and optimise how Taronga assignstracksand reports on learning.
About You
We are looking for candidates that have:
Key knowledge and experience
- Demonstrated experience inestablishingtrainingneedsin a diverse workforce
- Demonstrated experience infacilitationdesignand delivery ofengaging learning materials across a range of media and formats
- Knowledge of adult learning design principles and the development of clear and measurable learning objectives
- Experience inworking within alearning curriculum to meet capability and strategic learning needs
- Experience in Instructional Design is well regarded
Essential requirements
- Qualifications in Learning Design Organisational Development HumanResourcesor relevant equivalent experience.
- Proven experience with e-Learning authoring tools (Articulate360 is preferred)
- Proven experience in Learning Management Systems (SAP SuccessFactors is preferred)
Benefits
Our employees enjoy generous employment conditions including some of the following:
- Flexible Hybrid work model - Taronga supports a blend of in-office remote and on-the-go workers!
- Complimentary family and friends passes across both Tarongas Sydney & Dubbo Zoos
- Free onsite car parking outside of peak periods
- A wide range of discounts on our award winning accommodation across both sites
- Discounted food and beverage purchases across the sites
- Discounted Fitness Passport
- Were a social team - theres always lots going on around the zoo that we get involved with!
- more!
We Value Diversity
Tarongas goal is to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is safe to be themselves. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with disabilities the LGBTQIA community and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
If you require an adjustment for the application process please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing
About Applying
Please submit your resume and a cover letter of one page. You are also required to complete the two target questions as part of your application.
- Describe a learning program workshop or capability initiative that you designed and delivered. How did you identify the learning need work with stakeholders to develop the solution and measure its success
- Outline your experience in using technology to create engaging learning content. What tools or technologies did you use How did you ensure your learning solution reached its target audience How did you measure the impact of the learning
Applications Close:11:59pm Monday 27 July 2026
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
We've been working hard to make sure our Zoos in Sydney and Dubbo are safe for you and our staff.