Senior Educational Technologist

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development allowance

Remote work environment

Global collaboration opportunities

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Educational Technologist to lead digital learning initiatives in a fully remote setting. You will shape the technology strategy, evaluate new tools, and train educators and students to enhance learning outcomes.

The role requires a Master's in Educational Technology with 6+ years in the field, strong LMS and e-learning tool experience, and the ability to mentor a remote team across time zones. This is a strategic, impact-oriented position.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Educational Technology, Information Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in educational technology, instructional design, or IT support within an academic setting.
• Proven experience with LMS, e-learning authoring tools, and digital collaboration platforms.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical principles and how technology can enhance teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the institution's educational technology strategy and roadmap.
• Evaluate, recommend, and integrate new educational technologies and platforms.
• Provide training and ongoing support to faculty and staff on the effective use of educational technology tools.
• Design and develop engaging digital learning content and resources.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to educational software and hardware.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in educational technology and online learning.

Skills

Educational technology

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Educational Technology

Tools

LMS

e-learning authoring tools

digital collaboration platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Senior Educational Technologist to lead their digital learning initiatives. This fully remote role is designed for an individual passionate about leveraging technology to enhance educational outcomes. You will be instrumental in shaping the institution's technology strategy, evaluating and implementing new digital tools, and providing training and support to educators and students. This position offers a significant opportunity to drive innovation in educational technology within a dynamic and collaborative remote environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the institution's educational technology strategy and roadmap.
• Evaluate, recommend, and integrate new educational technologies and platforms.
• Provide training and ongoing support to faculty and staff on the effective use of educational technology tools.
• Design and develop engaging digital learning content and resources.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to educational software and hardware.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in educational technology and online learning.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Educational Technology, Information Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in educational technology, instructional design, or IT support within an academic setting.
• Proven experience with learning management systems (LMS), e-learning authoring tools, and digital collaboration platforms.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical principles and how technology can enhance teaching and learning.
• Excellent project management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior team members in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous allowance for professional development, certifications, and conference attendance.
• Flexible remote work environment with opportunities for global collaboration.
• Access to the latest educational technology and software.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership.