Certification Program Developer / Writer

Job Title: Certification Program Developer / Writer
Location: Onsite, Manhattan, NY (5 days/week)
Type: Full-time
Comp: $70,000 to $90,000 depending on experience.

*Must be located and authorized to work here in the US without sponsorship or transfer needed in the future. No C2C inquiries, please.*

A rapidly growing AI-driven professional development company is seeking an experienced certification and curriculum leader to design and launch a global training and credentialing program. The organization builds technology and learning solutions that help individuals and teams identify strengths, sharpen skills, and achieve measurable results in their work and personal growth.

In this role, you’ll create the entire certification ecosystem—covering curriculum design, assessment strategy, delivery platforms, and licensing models—ensuring the program meets rigorous professional standards and can scale internationally. You’ll work closely with leadership and subject matter experts to produce learning experiences that are practical, engaging, and impactful for diverse audiences.

Key Qualifications

• 5–8+ years in instructional design, curriculum development, or professional certification program creation

• Strong knowledge of credentialing standards, adult learning methods, and assessment best practices

• Demonstrated success in developing and scaling multi-level, global certification programs with measurable learner outcomes

• Skilled in translating complex topics into accessible, actionable training materials

• Proficiency in psychometrics and leveraging assessment data for continuous improvement

• Background in coaching, leadership development, education, or organizational training

• Proven ability to manage both the strategic framework and detailed learning content

• Comfortable working onsite 5 days/week in NYC

Core Responsibilities

• Define program structure, levels, prerequisites, timelines, and renewal processes

• Develop training for multiple formats—cohort-based, self-paced, and hybrid—across varied professional sectors

• Design robust assessments, including applied projects, case studies, and skills demonstrations

• Produce comprehensive facilitator guides, participant materials, and supporting resources

• Select and oversee a learning platform to manage delivery, testing, and recertification

• Establish pricing strategies, licensing agreements, and continuing education credit pathways

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and maintain all required documentation for accreditation

This is a high-impact opportunity to build a globally recognized credential from the ground up—combining AI innovation, adult learning design, and business strategy in a collaborative, mission-focused environment.