Learning Technology Specialist

We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about creating impactful learning experiences and eager to leverage technology in educational design. If you are ready to contribute to our dynamic team and make a significant impact on online learning, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use our Content Management System (CMS) and other tools and applications to build engaging digital learning material, following outlines and visual boards provided by our graphic designers
• Assist in the administration of the Learning Management System (LMS)
• Drive the adoption of new learning technologies
• Define the scope of course development projects and ensure timely completion in line with set deadlines
• Contribute and/or guide brainstorming and idea generating sessions
• Effectively collaborate with other roles within the team

Qualifications and Experience:

• A qualification in Web Design, Educational Technology, or a related field of study
• 3+ years’ relevant experience in digital course development and/or education technology
• A deep interest and experience in online education and digital content creation
• A working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator

Skills:

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Learning Solutions Development

Behaviours:

• Applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives
• Effectively works with others to achieve shared goals
• Creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success
• Thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation
• Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
• Understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people
• Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
• Quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment
• Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.