Higher Education Curriculum Specialist

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive pay

Professional development

Research facilities access

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a prestigious university in Pretoria to recruit an experienced Higher Education Curriculum Specialist. You will design, review, and update curricula ensuring relevance, rigor, and alignment with industry standards and future trends.

In a hybrid role, you will collaborate with faculty across departments, promote innovative teaching methods and learning technologies, and support accreditation and program evaluation to strengthen academic delivery.

Qualifications

• PhD or EdD in Education or related field.
• 6+ years in curriculum development and program review in higher education.
• Expertise in instructional design, learning theories, and pedagogical research.
• Strong accreditation and quality assurance knowledge.
• Excellent analytical and research skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Experience managing multiple projects in a hybrid environment.
• Proficiency with academic software and LMS.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to inclusive and rigorous education.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty to design and revise curricula.
• Ensure curricula reflect trends and best practices.
• Promote innovative teaching methods and learning technologies.
• Facilitate curriculum review, program evaluation and accreditation support.
• Develop frameworks for learning outcomes assessment.
• Guide instructional design principles across faculties.
• Analyze stakeholder feedback to inform improvements.
• Stay updated on higher education trends and standards.
• Organize workshops and training for faculty.
• Maintain documentation on curriculum proposals and approvals.

Skills

Instructional design

Learning theories

Pedagogical research

Accreditation knowledge

Project management

LMS proficiency

Academic software

Communication

Analytical skills

Hybrid collaboration

Education

PhD in Education

Tools

LMS (Learning Management Systems)

Academic software suites

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious university in Pretoria , is seeking an experienced Higher Education Curriculum Specialist to contribute to the development and enhancement of their academic programs. This hybrid role involves collaborating with faculty across various departments to design, review, and update curricula, ensuring they remain relevant, rigorous, and aligned with industry standards and future trends. The specialist will play a key role in promoting innovative pedagogical approaches and ensuring the quality of educational delivery. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence academic strategy and contribute to the intellectual growth of the institution. Based in Gauteng , you will have the flexibility to balance on-campus collaboration with remote work, leveraging technology to foster seamless communication and project management. We are looking for a candidate with a deep understanding of higher education landscapes and a passion for academic excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty and academic departments to design, develop, and revise higher education curricula.
• Ensure curriculum content is current, relevant, and reflects emerging trends and best practices in respective fields.
• Promote the integration of innovative teaching methodologies and learning technologies into curriculum design.
• Facilitate curriculum review processes, including program evaluation and accreditation support.
• Develop and implement frameworks for learning outcomes assessment and program effectiveness.
• Provide guidance and support to faculty on instructional design principles and curriculum development.
• Analyze feedback from students, faculty, and external stakeholders to inform curriculum improvements.
• Stay abreast of national and international higher education trends and standards.
• Organize and lead workshops and training sessions for faculty on curriculum development and pedagogical innovation.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation related to curriculum proposals, revisions, and approvals.

Requirements

• A Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in curriculum development and academic program review within higher education.
• Proven expertise in instructional design, learning theories, and pedagogical research.
• Strong understanding of accreditation processes and quality assurance in higher education.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously and working effectively in a hybrid environment.
• Proficiency in using academic software and learning management systems.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse faculty and staff.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and academically rigorous learning environment.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package for contractor role.
• Opportunity to work with a leading university in Pretoria .
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Gain valuable experience in higher education curriculum enhancement.
• Professional development opportunities and exposure to academic leadership.
• Networking opportunities with renowned academics and researchers.
• Contribution to shaping the future of higher education programs.
• Access to university resources and research facilities.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance and project needs.
• Be part of a stimulating and intellectually rich environment.