Learning/Instructional Designer at UNi4 Online

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:  

• The main purpose of the role of a Learning Designer is to lead planning, sourcing, developing and management of all learning material and storyboards. The role will design engaging learning activities in the context of a subject discipline and in collaboration with subject matter experts (SMEs) and other key stakeholders such that teaching and learning interactions support the student learning experience and success. This requires a knowledge of learning science and instructional design theories that are applied to online course development; and reflected in reviews and updates of copy and artefacts within the Learning Management System (LMS), course materials and website.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB:

• Proven portfolio of taking courses and degrees online
• Experience in storyboarding for online courses
• Extensive understanding of learning practices and theories
• Knowledge instructional design models for Higher Education
• Lesson and curriculum planning skills
• Knowledge of course development software (preferably Articulate 360, especially Rise)
• Knowledge of online systems
• Ability to write copy/instructional text
• Copy, fact and accuracy checking skills

COMPETENCIES OF THE JOB:

• Excellent command of the English Language
• Knowledge of online systems
• Innovative ideas
• Understanding online course development
• Appropriate judgement
• Decision Making
• Writing ability
• Integrity
• Computer literate