Learning Designer

AIE, Academic Institute of Excellence; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

The Academic Institute of Excellence (AIE) is seeking a Learning Designer to transform academic content into engaging digital learning experiences across online, blended, and hybrid formats. You will collaborate with SMEs and academic leaders to ensure alignment with programme outcomes and quality standards.

Responsibilities include designing, developing, and editing learner materials, managing LMS content, and applying innovative learning technologies to improve student learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and developing engaging digital learning content.
• Excellent written English with strong grammar and clarity.
• Familiarity with LMS, CMS, and digital learning tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with high quality and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, edit, and manage digital learning content aligned with institutional objectives.
• Collaborate with SMEs, Heads of School, and academic stakeholders to convert content for online, blended, and hybrid delivery.
• Upload and maintain content in LMS, manage versions, and ensure timely delivery.
• Support content operations through ad hoc projects and course updates.

Skills

Instructional design

Content development

LMS experience

CMS experience

Project management

Communication & collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education / Instructional Design / Educational Technology

Tools

LMS

CMS

Job description

At the Academic Institute of Excellence (AIE), we're passionate about creating engaging, impactful learning experiences that empower students to succeed.

We're looking for a talented Learning Designer who can transform academic content into meaningful digital learning experiences. If you're passionate about instructional design, content development, educational technology, and creating learner-centred experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Learning Designer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, editing, and managing digital learning content aligned with instructional and institutional objectives.

Working closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Heads of School, and academic stakeholders, you'll help convert traditional academic materials into engaging, high-quality learning resources suitable for online, blended, and hybrid delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Learning Content Development

• Design, write, edit, and structure learning content using instructional design best practices.
• Develop and maintain learner guides, fact sheets, course outlines, assessments, and supporting learning resources.
• Review and enhance content to ensure alignment with learning outcomes and quality standards.
• Research and apply innovative learning technologies, methodologies, and design trends.

Learning Management & Digital Delivery

• Upload, maintain, and manage content within Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Create and maintain assemblies, online forms, and digital learning structures.
• Ensure content is linked to the correct subjects and available prior to commencement dates.
• Manage content archiving, version control, and ongoing course updates.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with SMEs, Heads of School, and academic managers to ensure content aligns with programme outcomes.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives informed by feedback from students, lecturers, peers, and academic leadership.
• Collaborate effectively across departments to ensure project success and quality outcomes.

Project & Content Management

• Manage content schedules, editorial calendars, and project timelines.
• Track content production progress and ensure deadlines are consistently met.
• Maintain accurate documentation, tracking sheets, and quality assurance records.
• Support content operations through ad hoc projects and course updates as required.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in instructional design, learning content development, or educational content creation.
• Strong written English skills with exceptional attention to grammar, structure, and clarity.
• Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS), Content Management Systems (CMS), and digital learning tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Instructional Design, Linguistics, Educational Technology, or a related field.
• Experience within higher education or training environments.
• Familiarity with academic quality assurance frameworks and educational standards.

At AIE, we're not just adapting to the future, we're building it.

We stay agile through adaptability, lead with empathy, honour respect, and spark everything with curiosity. If this sounds like your kind of environment, we'd love to hear from you.