Lead Instructional Designer
Listed on 2026-09-28
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Education / Teaching
Training Instructor / Specialist, Education Administration, Professional Development
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced and innovative Lead Instructional Designer to spearhead their curriculum development initiatives in Durban . In this leadership role, you will guide a team of instructional designers and collaborate closely with subject matter experts and stakeholders to create cutting-edge learning experiences. You will be responsible for setting the strategic direction for instructional design, ensuring the highest quality of educational content across various platforms, and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation within the team.
This position requires a blend of strong pedagogical understanding, technical proficiency, and leadership acumen to drive impactful learning solutions for our client's diverse workforce.
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of instructional designers, fostering professional growth and high performance.
- Develop and implement instructional design strategies, standards, and best practices across the organization.
- Oversee the end-to-end design and development of engaging and effective learning solutions, including e-learning modules, instructor-led training, and blended programs.
- Collaborate with department heads and subject matter experts to identify learning needs and translate them into measurable learning outcomes.
- Ensure the quality, accuracy, and consistency of all training materials and curricula developed by the team.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs and make data-driven recommendations for improvements.
- Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in instructional design, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
- Demonstrated expertise in various instructional design methodologies (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) and adult learning theories.
- Proficiency with authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
- Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Highly competitive salary and annual bonus structure.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development, conferences, and certifications.
- Relocation assistance for candidates moving to Durban .
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