Senior Instructional Designer, E-Learning
Benoni, 1501, South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-20
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Education / Teaching
Learning & Development Specialist, Online Teaching, Training Instructor / Specialist, Adult & Continuing Education
About the Role
Our client, a leading global provider of online learning solutions, is looking for a highly skilled Senior Instructional Designer to join their innovative and fully remote team. This role is instrumental in crafting engaging, effective, and cutting-edge e-learning experiences for a diverse global audience. You will take a lead role in the design and development lifecycle of digital learning content, working collaboratively with subject matter experts, multimedia developers, and project managers.
As a remote-first position, this opportunity offers unparalleled flexibility and the chance to contribute to impactful educational initiatives from anywhere. We seek a creative thinker with a strong pedagogical foundation and a passion for transforming learning through technology.
- Design and develop high-quality e-learning courses, modules, and learning experiences using adult learning principles and instructional design models.
- Collaborate closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) to translate complex information into engaging and accessible learning content.
- Create storyboards, scripts, interactive exercises, assessments, and multimedia elements for online courses.
- Utilize various authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and learning technologies to build interactive learning solutions.
- Ensure learning content is aligned with learning objectives, learner needs, and business goals.
- Lead and mentor junior instructional designers and provide expert guidance on best practices.
- Manage multiple e-learning development projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.
- Conduct needs analyses and performance consulting to identify learning gaps and propose effective solutions.
- Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in instructional design and e-learning.
- Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in instructional design, with a significant focus on e-learning development.
- Proven expertise in applying adult learning theories and instructional design methodologies (e.g., ADDIE, SAM, Bloom's Taxonomy).
- Advanced proficiency with leading e-learning authoring tools (Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and multimedia software.
- Demonstrated experience in developing engaging and interactive online assessments.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage complex projects.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
- Experience working in a fully remote, collaborative team environment is highly desirable.
- Experience with learning management systems (LMS) and learning experience platforms (LXP).
- Our client provides a highly competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program designed for remote employees.
- Enjoy the freedom of working from home, flexible working hours, and significant opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
- We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
- This role includes a generous annual leave allowance, support for home office setup, and access to cutting-edge digital tools and resources.
- Join a team that is shaping the future of online education and making a global impact.
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