Instructional Design Lead

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Leadership growth opportunities

Innovative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Instructional Design Lead in East London for a hybrid role combining on-site collaboration with remote flexibility.

The candidate will lead a team of instructional designers, set design standards, manage complex projects, and partner with SMEs to deliver high-quality, learner-centric content across platforms. A strong background in adult learning theories and ID models is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in instructional design, with at least 3 years in leadership or team management.
• Proven expertise in adult learning theories, instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM), and curriculum development.
• Experience with e-learning authoring tools and multimedia development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of instructional designers in developing engaging learning solutions.
• Oversee the end-to-end instructional design process from needs analysis to evaluation.
• Establish and maintain instructional design standards and QA protocols.
• Collaborate with SMEs to define objectives and ensure content accuracy.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
• Utilize multiple design models and technologies for diverse learning experiences.
• Stay current with trends in instructional design and educational tech.
• Facilitate design thinking workshops and pedagogical guidance.
• Evaluate learning solutions and propose improvements.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Adult learning

Education

Master's degree in Instructional Design or related field

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Instructional Design Lead to oversee the creation of engaging and effective learning experiences. This hybrid role, based in East London, offers a blend of on-site collaboration and remote flexibility. As the Instructional Design Lead, you will guide a team of instructional designers, ensuring the development of high-quality, learner-centric content across various platforms. You will be responsible for setting design standards, managing projects, and collaborating with subject matter experts and stakeholders to meet learning objectives. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies, and emerging educational technologies within the Eastern Cape region. This position offers a significant opportunity to shape the learning strategies of our client and foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of instructional designers in the development of engaging and effective learning solutions.
• Oversee the entire instructional design process, from needs analysis and concept development to implementation and evaluation.
• Establish and maintain instructional design standards, best practices, and quality assurance protocols.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather content, define learning objectives, and ensure accuracy.
• Manage multiple instructional design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget.
• Utilize a variety of instructional design models and technologies to create diverse learning experiences (e.g., e-learning, blended learning, instructor‑led training).
• Stay current with the latest trends and innovations in instructional design, adult learning theory, and educational technology.
• Facilitate design thinking workshops and provide guidance on pedagogical approaches.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of learning solutions and recommend improvements.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in instructional design, with at least 3 years in a leadership or team management role.
• Proven expertise in adult learning theories, instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM), and curriculum development.
• Demonstrated experience with e‑learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and multimedia development.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in leading and motivating a team.
• Portfolio showcasing a range of successful instructional design projects is required.
• Familiarity with the South African educational context is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model for a balanced work-life integration.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Play a key role in shaping the future of learning for our client in East London.
• Access to leading educational technologies and resources.