Lecturer: Higher Education (Hm/Pckm)

International Hotel School (Official); South Africa; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Professional development

cutting-edge e-learning tools

Job summary

International Hotel School (Official) seeks an experienced Instructional Designer to craft engaging online learning experiences for higher education. The role is fully remote, collaborating with university faculty and subject matter experts to translate complex content into dynamic digital courses.

The ideal candidate has expertise in online learning principles, proficiency with e-learning tools, and a passion for transforming traditional education into accessible digital formats, contributing

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in instructional design, specifically within higher education or online learning environments.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and LMS platforms (e.g., Moodle, Canvas).
• Strong understanding of adult learning theories, online pedagogy, and universal design for learning (UDL).
• Excellent project management, communication, and collaboration skills for remote teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop online course content and learning modules for university-level programs, ensuring high engagement and pedagogical effectiveness.
• Collaborate with faculty to translate subject matter expertise into structured, interactive online learning experiences.
• Create multimedia assets, including video scripts, interactive simulations, and engaging assessments.
• Implement best practices in instructional design, learning technologies, and accessibility standards for online education.
• Manage multiple course development projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality guidelines.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Remote teamwork

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Moodle

Canvas

Job description

Remote Instructional Designer - Higher Education

Our client is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer to create engaging and effective online learning experiences for higher education, operating on a fully remote basis. This role is vital in translating complex academic content into interactive and accessible digital courses. You will collaborate closely with university faculty and subject matter experts to design innovative pedagogical strategies, develop multimedia learning materials, and ensure alignment with course objectives and quality standards. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of online learning principles, proficiency in various e-learning tools, and a passion for transforming traditional education into dynamic digital formats, contributing to cutting-edge online learning initiatives from anywhere.

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer to create engaging and effective online learning experiences for higher education, operating on a fully remote basis. This role is vital in translating complex academic content into interactive and accessible digital courses. You will collaborate closely with university faculty and subject matter experts to design innovative pedagogical strategies, develop multimedia learning materials, and ensure alignment with course objectives and quality standards. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of online learning principles, proficiency in various e-learning tools, and a passion for transforming traditional education into dynamic digital formats, contributing to cutting-edge online learning initiatives from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop online course content and learning modules for university-level programs, ensuring high engagement and pedagogical effectiveness.
• Collaborate with faculty to translate subject matter expertise into structured, interactive online learning experiences.
• Create multimedia assets, including video scripts, interactive simulations, and engaging assessments.
• Implement best practices in instructional design, learning technologies, and accessibility standards for online education.
• Manage multiple course development projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality guidelines.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in instructional design, specifically within higher education or online learning environments.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and LMS platforms (e.g., Moodle, Canvas).
• Strong understanding of adult learning theories, online pedagogy, and universal design for learning (UDL).
• Excellent project management, communication, and collaboration skills for remote teamwork.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary reflecting expertise and experience.
• Fully remote work structure offering significant flexibility and work-life integration.
• Opportunity to shape the future of online higher education through innovative course design.
• Access to professional development opportunities and cutting-edge e-learning technologies.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team environment focused on educational excellence.