Educational Content Strategist

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 430,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Hybrid work model

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking an Educational Content Strategist to shape the vision and execution of learning materials across platforms. You will work with content creators, product managers, and marketing to build a cohesive content ecosystem that meets learner needs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years in content strategy or educational publishing, plus strong CMS and analytics experience. A hybrid work model is offered with opportunities for growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Communications, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in content strategy, curriculum development, or educational publishing.
• Strong understanding of learning design principles and digital content creation.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive content strategy for educational programs and digital platforms.
• Oversee creation, editing, and publication of online courses, articles, and interactive modules.
• Conduct market research and learner analysis to identify content gaps and opportunities.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and instructional designers to ensure content quality.
• Define content standards, style guides, and best practices for all educational materials.
• Analyze content performance metrics and provide optimization recommendations.

Skills

communication skills

collaboration

project management

Education

Bachelor's degree (Education/Communications/Marketing)

Tools

CMS

Analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic Educational Content Strategist to join their innovative team in Cape Town . You will be instrumental in shaping the vision and execution of educational content across multiple platforms, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and learner needs. This role involves close collaboration with content creators, product managers, and marketing teams to develop a cohesive and impactful content ecosystem. If you have a passion for education, a strategic mindset, and experience in developing high-quality learning materials, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive content strategy for educational programs and digital platforms.
• Oversee the creation, editing, and publication of diverse educational content, including online courses, articles, and interactive modules.
• Conduct market research and learner analysis to identify content gaps and opportunities.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and instructional designers to ensure content quality and pedagogical effectiveness.
• Define content standards, style guides, and best practices for all educational materials.
• Analyze content performance metrics and provide recommendations for optimization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in content strategy, curriculum development, or educational publishing.
• Proven ability to develop and execute successful content strategies.
• Strong understanding of learning design principles and digital content creation.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) and analytics tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A vibrant and collaborative work environment in Cape Town .