Remote Lead Instructional Designer - Strategy & Leadership

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Lead Instructional Designer to drive the development of advanced e-learning in a fully remote setting. You will lead a team of designers, align courses with business goals, and mentor peers while championing accessibility and innovation.

You will oversee the full design lifecycle, collaborate with SMEs and technologists, and deliver scalable programs. A strong portfolio and leadership track record are essential for success in this senior role.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education Technology, or related field.
• 7+ years in instructional design and e-learning, incl. 2+ years in leadership.
• Proficient with Articulate Storyline and Adobe Captivate; LMS experience.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning theory and ADDIE/SAM models.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a remote setting.
• Track record of delivering complex projects on time and budget.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Portfolio of sophisticated e-learning designs is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex, high-impact e-learning courses and virtual learning experiences.
• Manage and mentor a team of instructional designers, providing guidance, feedback, and professional development support.
• Oversee the entire instructional design lifecycle, from needs analysis and concept development to implementation and evaluation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to define learning objectives and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Drive the adoption of innovative instructional design strategies, technologies, and best practices.
• Ensure the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of all learning content developed by the team.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets for curriculum development initiatives.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for subject matter experts and other stakeholders on instructional design principles and tools.
• Conduct needs assessments and performance analyses to identify learning gaps and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Champion accessibility and inclusivity in all learning design efforts.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Analytical thinking

Instructional design

Education

Master's degree in Instructional Design

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

LMS experience

Job description

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Lead Instructional Designer to drive the development of advanced e-learning in a fully remote setting. You will lead a team of designers, align courses with business goals, and mentor peers while championing accessibility and innovation.

You will oversee the full design lifecycle, collaborate with SMEs and technologists, and deliver scalable programs. A strong portfolio and leadership track record are essential for success in this senior role.