Remote Higher-Ed Curriculum Designer for Online Programs

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Remote; ZAR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive compensation

Professional development resources

Long-term engagement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Curriculum Design Specialist to craft and refine online higher education programs delivered via digital platforms. You will apply ADDIE/SAM, design modules and assessments, and collaborate with SMEs to translate content into engaging courses.

The role is fully remote, offering flexibility to contribute to transformative educational initiatives from anywhere, with a focus on accessible, outcome-focused learning for university students.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Education Technology, or related field.
• 7+ years in instructional design for higher education online programs.
• Strong knowledge of ADDIE/SAM and learning theories.
• Experience with LMS platforms and e-learning authoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop online curricula for higher education programs aligned with objectives.
• Apply instructional design models and theories to create engaging content and activities.
• Collaborate with faculty, SMEs, and instructional technologists to convert expertise into courses.
• Develop assessment strategies to measure learning outcomes effectively.
• Create syllabi, lecture notes, case studies, simulations, and interactive exercises.
• Ensure content accessibility, inclusivity, and quality assurance.
• Guide faculty and SMEs on best practices in online course design and delivery.
• Stay updated on trends in online learning and curriculum development.

Skills

Instructional design

Curriculum development

Project management

Adult learning

Education

Masters or PhD

Tools

Canvas LMS

Blackboard

Moodle

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Curriculum Design Specialist to craft and refine online higher education programs delivered via digital platforms. You will apply ADDIE/SAM, design modules and assessments, and collaborate with SMEs to translate content into engaging courses.

The role is fully remote, offering flexibility to contribute to transformative educational initiatives from anywhere, with a focus on accessible, outcome-focused learning for university students.