Senior Curriculum Developer - Online Learning

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Remote-first role

Professional development budget

Health benefits

Innovative online education

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Curriculum Developer to lead design and enhancement of online educational programs from a Cape Town base, operating in a remote-first environment that serves a global audience. Translate complex concepts into engaging digital learning experiences in collaboration with SMEs and instructional designers.

You will guide innovative pedagogical approaches, mentor junior developers, and drive course launches with strong project management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in curriculum development with online learning focus.
• Experience leading curriculum design projects and mentoring junior developers.
• Proficiency with LMS and e-learning authoring tools.
• Strong project management and communication skills and ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of online courses and learning materials across subjects.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and multimedia specialists to ensure high-quality content creation.
• Develop and implement innovative pedagogical approaches for remote learning environments.
• Conduct needs assessments and research to identify trends and best practices in online education.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables to ensure successful course launches.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Project management

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Education or related field

Tools

LMS

e-learning authoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and highly skilled Senior Curriculum Developer to lead the design and enhancement of their online educational programs based in Cape Town . This remote-first position requires a visionary individual who can translate complex educational concepts into engaging, effective, and accessible digital learning experiences. You will work with subject matter experts and instructional designers to create cutting-edge courses that meet the evolving needs of learners globally. This is an ideal role for an experienced professional seeking to drive innovation in e-learning and shape the future of online education from a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of engaging and effective online courses and learning materials across various subjects.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and multimedia specialists to ensure high-quality content creation.
• Develop and implement innovative pedagogical approaches suited for remote learning environments .
• Conduct needs assessments and research to identify emerging trends and best practices in online education.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring the successful launch of new online courses and programs.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in curriculum development, with a significant focus on online learning platforms and instructional technology.
• Demonstrated experience in leading curriculum design projects and mentoring junior developers.
• Proficiency in learning management systems (LMS) and e-learning authoring tools.
• Exceptional project management and communication skills , with the ability to work autonomously.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with potential for annual bonuses.
• Flexible remote work environment, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Generous professional development budget and opportunities for continuous learning.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunity to be at the forefront of innovative online education .