Lead Instructional Designer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Health benefits

Paid time off

Professional development budget

Collaborative remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Instructional Designer to drive curriculum development for digital learning solutions. This remote role lets you guide a team of designers, collaborate with SMEs, and elevate pedagogical quality across scalable e-learning programs.

You will apply ADDIE/SAM models, craft storyboards, select tools like Articulate Storyline and Captivate, and ensure timely delivery within budget.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Instructional Design or related field.
• Minimum 8 years in instructional design with at least 3 in leadership roles.
• Proven experience leading design teams and projects.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools and learning management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of instructional designers, providing guidance on project management, design principles, and quality standards.
• Oversee end-to-end design and development of engaging e-learning courses, webinars, and other digital materials.
• Collaborate with SMEs, stakeholders, and PMs to define learning objectives, content structure, and assessment strategies.
• Apply ADDIE/SAM models to create effective learning solutions.
• Develop storyboards, scripts, and design documents for multimedia content.
• Select and implement appropriate e-learning technologies and platforms.
• Establish and enforce QA standards for instructional content and brand adherence.
• Conduct needs analyses and evaluate program effectiveness with data-driven recommendations.
• Stay updated on trends in instructional design and edu tech.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget.

Skills

Leadership

Instructional design

ADDIE/SAM

Storyboarding

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

LMS

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Team mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Instructional Design

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

LMS platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in innovative digital learning solutions, is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Instructional Designer to spearhead our curriculum development efforts. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for guiding the design and development of engaging, effective, and scalable e-learning experiences. This role involves leading a team of instructional designers, collaborating with subject matter experts, and ensuring the highest standards of pedagogical quality and technical implementation. If you have a passion for transforming learning through technology and a proven track record of leading successful e-learning projects, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact in a remote-first, dynamic organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of instructional designers, providing guidance on project management, design principles, and quality standards.
• Oversee the end-to-end design and development of engaging e-learning courses, webinars, and other digital learning materials.
• Collaborate closely with subject matter experts (SMEs), stakeholders, and project managers to define learning objectives, content structure, and assessment strategies.
• Apply adult learning theories and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) to create effective and engaging learning solutions.
• Develop detailed storyboards, scripts, and design documents for multimedia learning content.
• Select and implement appropriate e-learning technologies, tools, and platforms to enhance learning delivery.
• Establish and enforce quality assurance standards for instructional content, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Conduct needs analyses and evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs, making data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in instructional design, e-learning, and educational technology.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in instructional design, with at least 3 years in a leadership or lead role.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing instructional design teams and projects.
• Expertise in applying various instructional design models and learning theories.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Strong project management skills, with experience managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in developing e-learning for diverse audiences and industries.
• This is a fully remote position, requiring a self-disciplined individual comfortable working independently.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary of ZAR , reflecting your leadership experience.
• The ultimate flexibility of a fully remote role, empowering you to work from any location in South Africa.
• Opportunity to shape the future of digital learning at a leading company.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous paid time off and holiday leave.
• Professional development budget for conferences, courses, and certifications.
• Collaborative and innovative remote work culture.