Curriculum Developer - Vocational Training

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Development opportunities

Modern tools

Impactful training

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, New Zealand, seeks a skilled Curriculum Developer to design, develop and refine vocational curricula across trades. You will create learning materials, assessments, and delivery methods, applying adult learning principles and the ADDIE framework.

This hybrid role combines office collaboration with remote development, offering opportunities to work with SMEs and contribute to workforce development in the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in curriculum development or instructional design for vocational training.
• Experience designing materials for classroom, online, blended delivery.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional models.

Responsibilities

• Design comprehensive vocational curricula with learning objectives, outlines, materials, and assessments.
• Create manuals, presentations, e-learning modules, case studies, and practical exercises.
• Collaborate with SMEs, instructors, and industry to ensure relevance and accuracy.
• Evaluate and revise curricula to reflect industry trends and standards.
• Develop and validate assessment tools to measure learner competency.
• Ensure curricula comply with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate pilot programs and gather feedback to refine content and delivery.
• Maintain curriculum documentation and version control.
• Stay updated on instructional design best practices and adult learning theory.

Skills

Curriculum design

Instructional design

Adult learning

ADDIE

Bloom’s Taxonomy

LMS

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education/Instructional Design

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading provider of vocational training programs, is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Curriculum Developer to join their team based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This role is pivotal in designing, developing, and refining training curricula that meet industry demands and equip learners with essential vocational skills. You will be responsible for creating engaging and effective learning materials, assessment tools, and training methodologies across various trades and technical fields. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of adult learning principles, experience in instructional design, and a passion for workforce development. This hybrid role offers a balanced approach to work, combining office-based collaboration with the flexibility of remote development.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive vocational training curricula, including learning objectives, content outlines, instructional materials, and assessment strategies.
• Create engaging learning resources such as manuals, presentations, e-learning modules, case studies, and practical exercises.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), instructors, and industry professionals to ensure curriculum relevance and accuracy.
• Evaluate existing curricula and implement revisions to improve effectiveness and incorporate new industry trends.
• Develop and validate assessment tools (e.g., quizzes, tests, practical evaluations) to measure learner competency.
• Ensure all developed curricula comply with relevant industry standards, accreditation requirements, and regulatory frameworks.
• Facilitate pilot programs and gather feedback to refine curriculum content and delivery methods.
• Maintain a repository of curriculum documentation and manage version control.
• Stay updated on best practices in instructional design, adult learning theory, and vocational education.
• Contribute to the overall strategy and quality assurance of the organization's training offerings.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, a relevant vocational field, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or adult education, with a focus on vocational training.
• Proven experience in designing and developing training materials for various delivery modes (classroom, online, blended).
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles (andragogy) and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, Bloom's Taxonomy).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly.
• Proficiency in using authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and learning management systems (LMS).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Experience working with subject matter experts from diverse technical fields.
• A commitment to quality education and workforce development in the Eastern Cape region.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary within the specified range, reflecting the importance of this role and the candidate's expertise.
• This hybrid position provides a flexible working arrangement, balancing office-based collaboration in Queenstown with remote work capabilities.
• You will have significant opportunities for professional development and the chance to shape impactful training programs that contribute to economic growth.
• Access to modern development tools and a supportive team environment are key benefits.
• The role offers the satisfaction of directly contributing to skills development and career advancement for learners.