Senior Online Course Architect - Remote Learning Visionary

Placements24

LegKraal Gate

Hybrid

ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

22 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary with bonuses
Health and wellness benefits
Retirement savings plan
Professional development opportunities
Flexible working hours & location-indé

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Lead Online Course Architect for a remote-first role within South Africa. You will design, architect, and oversee the development of scalable online courses, leading a team of instructional designers, content creators, and subject matter experts.

The role emphasizes pedagogical excellence, innovation, and data-driven improvement. You will shape learning programs for diverse audiences, staying ahead of trends and ensuring high-quality outcomes, while enjoying flexible

Qualifications

  • A Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, or related field.
  • 8+ years of progressive instructional design experience; 4+ years in leadership roles.
  • Proven track record in architecting and launching complex online learning programs.
  • Strong knowledge of learning theories and adult learning principles.

Responsibilities

  • Lead architectural design and strategic planning of new online courses and programs.
  • Oversee end-to-end development lifecycle from concept to launch.
  • Mentor a dispersed team of instructional designers, content creators, and SMEs.
  • Collaborate to define objectives, audiences, and project scope.
  • Ensure pedagogical soundness, usability, and high-quality standards.
  • Implement best practices for design, delivery, and assessment.

Skills

Instructional design
Team leadership
LMS expertise
Educational technology

Education

Master's in Instructional Design

Tools

Articulate 360
Adobe Captivate
Moodle LMS

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Lead Online Course Architect for a remote-first role within South Africa. You will design, architect, and oversee the development of scalable online courses, leading a team of instructional designers, content creators, and subject matter experts.

The role emphasizes pedagogical excellence, innovation, and data-driven improvement. You will shape learning programs for diverse audiences, staying ahead of trends and ensuring high-quality outcomes, while enjoying flexible

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