Instructional Designer for Online Learning (Bloemfontein)
Debbie Wilke IT Recruitment · Bloemfontein, Free State
Overview
Join a supportive team helping universities create engaging online courses. You will work with faculty and instructional designers to design, develop and improve high quality digital learning programmes. This is a permanent full time role based in Bloemfontein, perfect for someone with 2 to 3 years of online course design experience who is passionate about educational technology and adult learning.
About the role
Are you passionate about transforming education through innovative online learning? As an Instructional Designer in the Academic Services team, you will collaborate with faculty and instructional design teams at partner universities. Your day to day work will involve designing, developing and enhancing high quality online learning programmes.
You will provide expert guidance on course development, apply evidence based instructional design principles and support the creation of multimedia resources like audio, video and simulations. You will also manage multiple course development projects, conduct quality reviews and research online adult learner needs to drive innovation in digital education.
How to apply: Use the application link provided on the pnet job listing to submit your application. No email address or physical address is given, so follow the online instructions carefully.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
- 2 to 3 years of experience in online course design and development within higher education or corporate training
- Experience working with Canvas and at least one additional Learning Management System (LMS)
- Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies
- Excellent project management, organisational and communication skills
- Proficiency in MS Office and educational technology tools
Responsibilities
- Provide expert guidance and support to university faculty and instructional design teams in developing engaging online courses
- Apply evidence based instructional design principles and adult learning theories
- Support the development of multimedia learning resources, including audio, video and simulations
- Advise on the effective integration of educational technologies into online learning
- Manage multiple course development projects, ensuring quality and timely delivery
- Conduct course quality reviews and recommend continuous improvements
- Research online adult learner needs and contribute to innovation in digital education
Job details
- Organisation
- Debbie Wilke IT Recruitment
- Location
- Bloemfontein, Free State
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Junior (2+ years)
- Education
- Bachelor
- Category
- Education & Training
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
This role is perfect if you love blending education with technology. When applying, highlight any experience you have with Canvas or other learning management systems, and mention specific online courses you have helped design. Since the ad asks for 2 to 3 years of experience, show how your past projects improved student learning or engagement. The job is based in Bloemfontein, so be ready to work on site with academic teams. In an interview, expect questions about instructional design models and how you handle multiple projects. Bring examples of multimedia resources you have created or supported. Good luck!
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