Instructional Designer (Higher Education)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Professional development

Conference attendance

University facilities access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Instructional Designer to partner with faculty at a Benoni-based university to translate traditional courses into engaging online formats. The role blends on-campus collaboration with remote work flexibility in a hybrid setting.

You will design online and blended courses, apply adult learning theories, develop multimedia content, and implement assessment strategies using Moodle, Blackboard, or Canvas. A portfolio is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, or related field.
• Proven experience in higher education instructional design.
• Strong understanding of learning theories and e-learning best practices.
• Proficiency with major LMS platforms (Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas).
• Experience with e-learning authoring tools and multimedia software.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty to design, develop, and revise online and blended courses.
• Apply adult learning theories and instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM).
• Develop engaging multimedia content including videos and interactive simulations.
• Create assessment strategies aligned with learning objectives.
• Utilize LMS platforms to build and manage course content.
• Provide training and support to faculty on instructional design best practices.

Skills

Instructional design

LMS platforms

Authoring tools

Multimedia

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in ID

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Adobe Creative Suite

Moodle/Blackboard/Canvas

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a modern university with a strong focus on blended learning, located in Benoni, Gauteng , is seeking a creative and technically proficient Instructional Designer to support faculty in developing high-quality online and blended learning experiences. This role is essential for enhancing the pedagogical effectiveness and engagement of digital course content. The Instructional Designer will collaborate closely with subject matter experts to translate traditional course materials into engaging online formats, incorporating best practices in e-learning, multimedia, and instructional design principles. This hybrid position offers the flexibility to work remotely for a portion of the week while also engaging in vital on-campus collaboration. Join our team in Benoni and contribute to the future of innovative higher education delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty to design, develop, and revise online and blended courses.
• Apply adult learning theories and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) to create effective learning experiences.
• Develop engaging multimedia content, including videos, interactive simulations, and graphics.
• Create assessment strategies and tools that align with learning objectives.
• Utilize learning management systems (LMS) such as Moodle, Blackboard, or Canvas to build and manage course content.
• Provide training and support to faculty on instructional design best practices and educational technologies.
• Ensure courses meet accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG).
• Evaluate the effectiveness of online learning materials and make recommendations for improvement.
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in instructional design and e-learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an Instructional Designer, preferably in a higher education setting.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles, learning theories, and e-learning best practices.
• Proficiency with major LMS platforms (e.g., Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas).
• Experience with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and multimedia software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse faculty and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards in online learning.
• A portfolio demonstrating successful instructional design projects is required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Hybrid work arrangement for improved work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge educational technologies in Benoni .
• Professional development opportunities and support for conference attendance.
• Contribution to the advancement of innovative teaching and learning at the university.
• Access to university facilities and resources.