Senior Curriculum Architect – Higher Education

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Research opportunities

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is partnering with a prominent Stellenbosch-based higher education institution to hire a Lead Curriculum Developer. The role directs curriculum design and improvement across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, guiding a team of instructional designers and subject matter experts.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in Education or related field, with 7+ years in curriculum development and leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Education, Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of curriculum development experience, including 3+ years in leadership within higher education.
• Proven expertise in instructional design theories, adult learning principles, and curriculum evaluation methods.
• Experience leading teams and managing complex curriculum development projects.
• Strong understanding of accreditation processes and quality assurance in higher education.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and interpersonal abilities.

Responsabilités

• Lead the design, development, and revision of curricula for undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Mentor a team of curriculum designers, instructional designers, and subject matter experts.
• Oversee the curriculum development lifecycle ensuring adherence to standards and accreditation.
• Conduct needs analyses to identify gaps and new program opportunities.
• Collaborate with faculty and external stakeholders for relevance and alignment.
• Develop assessment strategies and learning outcomes for courses and programs.
• Stay updated on pedagogical research and educational technologies.

Connaissances

Instructional design theories

Adult learning principles

Curriculum evaluation methods

Strategic planning

Communication & collaboration

Formation

Master's degree or PhD in Education/Curriculum Development

Outils

LMS

Project management tools

Description du poste

Placements24 is partnering with a prominent Stellenbosch-based higher education institution to hire a Lead Curriculum Developer. The role directs curriculum design and improvement across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, guiding a team of instructional designers and subject matter experts.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in Education or related field, with 7+ years in curriculum development and leadership.