Remote Lead Curriculum Architect

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Curriculum Architect to strategically design and oversee online curricula across multiple levels. You will lead a team of instructional designers and subject matter experts, ensuring cutting-edge, accessible learning aligned with global standards.

With 10+ years in curriculum design and 5+ years in leadership within online education, you will mentor teams, collaborate across departments, and drive innovation through educational technologies and learning science.

Qualifications

• 10 years of progressive curriculum design and development experience.
• 5+ years in a leadership or management role within online education.
• Proven track record designing and launching large-scale curriculum programs.
• Strong portfolio of curriculum architecture and development work.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning, design, and implementation of curriculum frameworks for online programs.
• Oversee development of engaging learning experiences aligned with objectives and standards.
• Mentor instructional designers, curriculum developers, and subject matter experts.
• Collaborate with product, marketing and technology teams to meet goals.
• Review curricula and implement updates and innovations.
• Champion the integration of emerging educational technologies and learning science.

Skills

Instructional design

Curriculum development

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

LMS proficiency

Learning technologies

Strategic thinking

Communication

Project management

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Education or related field

Tools

Authoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in online education, is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Lead Curriculum Architect to join our fully remote team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the strategic design, development, and oversight of innovative curricula across multiple subject areas and educational levels. You will lead a team of instructional designers and subject matter experts, ensuring our educational offerings are cutting-edge, engaging, and aligned with global learning standards. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of online learning from anywhere in South Africa , working with a dynamic and globally distributed team.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the strategic planning, design, and implementation of comprehensive curriculum frameworks for online programs. Oversee the development of engaging and effective learning experiences, ensuring alignment with learning objectives, pedagogical best practices, and industry standards. Manage and mentor a team of instructional designers, curriculum developers, and subject matter experts, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Collaborate with stakeholders across departments, including product development, marketing, and technology teams, to ensure curriculum initiatives meet organizational goals. Conduct thorough reviews of existing curricula, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary updates and innovations. Champion the integration of emerging educational technologies and learning science principles into curriculum design. Ensure all curriculum content meets rigorous quality assurance standards, including accuracy, accessibility (WCAG), and learner engagement. Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets for curriculum development initiatives. Stay abreast of global educational trends, research, and best practices to inform curriculum strategy. Present curriculum strategies and progress reports to senior leadership and key stakeholders.

Requirements

Master's degree or PhD in Education, Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, or a related field. A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in curriculum design and development, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role within online education. Proven track record of successfully designing and launching large-scale curriculum programs. Expertise in adult learning theories, instructional design models, and learning technologies. Strong leadership, team management, and stakeholder engagement skills. Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire. Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects with cross-functional teams in a remote setting. Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools and Learning Management Systems (LMS). A strong portfolio showcasing impactful curriculum architecture and development work.

Benefits

• Our client provides a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and a generous professional development budget.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and platforms is standard.