Trainer, Capacity Building

Department: AI Transformation Office (AITO)

Position Overview

The Trainer plays a critical role in AITO's mission to build institutional AI literacy across UPES, Pearl Academy, and partner organizations. This position involves designing, developing, and delivering high-quality AI training programs tailored to diverse audiences—from first-year undergraduates to faculty and senior leadership. The Trainer works collaboratively with the Capacity Building team to create scalable, institution-aligned learning experiences that foster informed, ethical, and effective AI adoption across the university.

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum & Content Development
Design and develop AI literacy training curricula aligned with institutional strategy and learner needs across seven schools and disciplines
Create polished, discipline-aware training materials (slide decks, workbooks, case studies) that meet institutional quality standards
Develop discipline-specific examples and benchmarking frameworks (e.g., comparing curricula against top-20 world universities)

Training Delivery & Facilitation
Deliver engaging, interactive training sessions to diverse audiences—undergraduate cohorts, faculty, AI Champions, and senior leaders—across in-person, online, and blended formats
Facilitate trainings using modern pedagogical approaches and interactive tools (e.g., Mentimeter, live polling, breakout sessions) to maximize participant engagement and learning outcomes
Adapt delivery style and content depth based on audience expertise level, institutional context, and real-time feedback

Trainer & Champion Development
Coach, mentor, and upskill AI Champions and faculty trainers to build institutional training capacity
Provide constructive feedback on training delivery, materials quality, and pedagogical approach
Develop train-the-trainer resources and best-practice guides for scalable, consistent delivery

Progress Tracking & Reporting
Track training participation, completion, and learning outcomes across institutions and departments
Contribute to dashboards and reporting systems that measure training effectiveness and inform capacity-building strategy
Collect and synthesize participant feedback to continuously refine training content and delivery methods

Stakeholder Engagement & Institutional Representation
Engage with academic departments, school leadership, and institutional stakeholders to understand training needs and maintain alignment with institutional strategy
Represent AITO's work to senior leadership; present training outcomes, progress, and recommendations for strategic decisions
Coordinate across UPES, Pearl Academy, and partner organizations to ensure cohesive, scalable training programs

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., education, instructional design, computer science, business, or related discipline)
3+ years of experience in training delivery, curriculum design, or adult education
Demonstrated ability to design and facilitate engaging, multi-modal learning experiences
Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to explain complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences
Experience working in institutional or organizational settings; familiarity with higher education or corporate L&D environments preferred

Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Business, Technology, or a related field
Knowledge of or hands-on experience with AI tools, machine learning concepts, or data literacy

Experience with interactive training platforms (Mentimeter, Zoom, learning management systems, etc.)
Track record of designing training programs that drive measurable behavioral or institutional change
Experience building trainer capacity or mentoring peer instructors

Key Competencies
Adult Learning & Instructional Design — ability to apply principles of adult learning and design curricula that balance theory with practical application
Facilitation & Public Speaking — strong presence, clarity, and ability to engage and inspire diverse audiences
Attention to Detail & Quality — commitment to professional, polished outputs that reflect institutional standards
Adaptability & Cultural Sensitivity — ability to work across disciplines, departments, and organizational structures; responsiveness to evolving needs
Collaboration & Stakeholder Management — ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and represent shared institutional goals
Outcome Measurement — ability to define success metrics and track learning effectiveness

Working Conditions

This role involves working across UPES's seven schools, Pearl Academy, and partner organizations. Travel within Delhi NCR and occasional overnight travel for off-campus training may be required. The position offers a collaborative environment and exposure to strategic institutional work.