Learning Management System (LMS) Administrator

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site employment in Vereeniging

Educational technology platform

Professional development & LMS cert.

Medical aid and pension fund

Paid annual leave

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a diligent LMS Administrator to manage, support, and optimize our learning management system for online and blended programs.

The role requires a strong technical mindset, hands-on problem solving, and excellent training skills to support faculty, staff, and students on-site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, Education, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of LMS administration and support experience.
• Experience with Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard or D2L.
• Strong LMS troubleshooting, user management, and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and training abilities.
• Ability to work on-site in Vereeniging and collaborate with staff.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain the LMS for optimal performance.
• Manage user accounts, enrollments, and access permissions.
• Provide training and technical support to faculty, staff, and students.
• Troubleshoot LMS issues and content display problems.
• Collaborate with instructional designers to organize course materials.
• Generate reports on user activity and course completion.
• Implement updates, upgrades, and patches with minimal disruption.
• Create and maintain LMS documentation and best practices.
• Stay current with LMS trends and propose enhancements.
• Ensure data privacy and security compliance within the LMS.

Skills

LMS administration

User management

Reporting

Troubleshooting

Training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Education, or related field

Tools

Moodle

Canvas

Blackboard

D2L

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic educational organization based in Vereeniging, Gauteng , is seeking a highly organized and technically proficient Learning Management System (LMS) Administrator. This is an on-site role, requiring active participation within the institution's facilities. The LMS Administrator will be responsible for the overall management, maintenance, and support of the organization's learning management system. This includes ensuring the system is operational, user-friendly, and effectively supports the delivery of educational content. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical aptitude, excellent problem-solving skills, and a thorough understanding of LMS functionalities and best practices. This is a critical role in ensuring the smooth delivery of online and blended learning programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain the organization's Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring optimal performance and availability.


• Manage user accounts, course enrollments, and access permissions within the LMS.


• Provide technical support and training to faculty, staff, and students on LMS usage and features.


• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the LMS, including technical glitches, user errors, and content display problems.


• Collaborate with instructional designers and content creators to upload, organize, and manage course materials within the LMS.


• Generate reports on user activity, course completion rates, and other relevant LMS data.


• Implement system updates, upgrades, and patches as required, ensuring minimal disruption to users.


• Develop and maintain documentation, guides, and best practices for LMS usage.


• Stay current with LMS trends and features, recommending enhancements to improve functionality and user experience.


• Ensure compliance with data privacy and security policies within the LMS environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Education, or a related field.


• Minimum of 3 years of experience in administering and supporting Learning Management Systems (e.g., Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard, D2L).


• Strong understanding of LMS functionalities, including user management, course creation, content delivery, and reporting.


• Excellent technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.


• Proficiency in database management and web technologies is an advantage.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and support diverse user groups.


• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.


• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in an on-site setting.


• Experience with SCORM or xAPI standards is a plus.


• Commitment to providing excellent user support.

Benefits

• An annual salary of ZAR.


• Stable, on-site employment opportunity in Vereeniging.


• Chance to work with a leading educational technology platform.


• Opportunities for professional development and LMS certification.


• Collaborative and supportive work environment.


• Medical aid and pension fund contributions.


• Paid annual leave.