Online Learning Platform Administrator

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 350.000 - 520.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Remote-friendly environment

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an Online Learning Platform Administrator to join a fully remote team. You will manage and optimize the LMS to deliver a seamless learning experience for thousands of students and educators worldwide, collaborating with IT, content creators, and support teams.

The role requires strong technical skills, experience with Moodle/Canvas/Blackboard/D2L, and excellent problem-solving and communication abilities.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Education, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years' experience administering LMS platforms (Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard, D2L).
• Strong technical aptitude with web platforms, databases and IT concepts.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with attention to detail.
• Experience creating user documentation and training materials.

Aufgaben

• Administer and maintain the LMS for uptime and performance.
• Manage user accounts, enrollments, courses, and content uploads.
• Provide technical support to students, instructors, and admins on platform usage.
• Configure LMS settings, features, and integrations per org needs.
• Develop and maintain LMS documentation, guides, and training materials.

Kenntnisse

Technical proficiency

Problem-solving

Communication

Documentation

Remote work

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

Moodle

Canvas

Blackboard

D2L Brightspace

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding online education provider, is seeking a dedicated Online Learning Platform Administrator to join their fully remote team. This critical role involves managing, maintaining, and optimizing the company's Learning Management System (LMS) to ensure a seamless and effective learning experience for thousands of students and educators worldwide. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical aptitude, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for online education. This is a remote-first position, offering the ultimate flexibility and the opportunity to contribute to a global educational mission from anywhere. You will be the go-to person for all platform-related issues, ensuring its stability, usability, and efficiency. The successful applicant will work closely with the IT department, content creators, and customer support teams to troubleshoot problems, implement new features, and enhance the overall user experience. We are committed to providing accessible and high-quality online learning, and this role is central to that commitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain the company's Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring its optimal performance and availability.
• Manage user accounts, enrollments, course creation, and content uploads within the LMS.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to students, instructors, and administrators regarding platform usage.
• Configure and customize LMS settings, features, and integrations according to organizational needs.
• Develop and maintain documentation, guides, and training materials for LMS users.
• Monitor system performance, generate reports, and analyze usage data to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with IT and development teams to implement software updates, patches, and new features.
• Ensure data integrity and security within the LMS environment.
• Assist in the evaluation and selection of new online learning tools and technologies.
• Stay updated on LMS best practices, trends, and emerging technologies in e-learning.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Education, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in administering Learning Management Systems (e.g., Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard, D2L).
• Strong technical proficiency with web-based platforms, databases, and general IT principles.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in managing user data, course content, and reporting functionalities within an LMS.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
• Experience in creating user documentation and training materials.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with the educational technology landscape is a plus.
• Must be legally authorized to work remotely from South Africa.

Benefits

This is a fully remote role offering exceptional work-life balance and flexibility. Our client provides a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and numerous opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement in the e-learning domain. You will be part of a vibrant, global team committed to making education more accessible. We offer a collaborative and supportive virtual work environment where your contributions are valued. This position is ideal for someone seeking to grow their career in online education administration, contributing directly to the success of a leading EdTech company, based remotely near Mossel Bay.