Digital Accessibility Specialist Job Vacancy Education Technology

Position:
Digital Accessibility Specialist

Company:
British Council South Africa

Location:

Polokwane, South Africa

Experience:

5-7 years

Education:

Master’s degree in Education Technology or related field

Employment Type:

Full-time

Industry: Education Technology

Department:
Education and Technology

Salary: R 80,000 – R 120,000 per annum

Vacancies:1

The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities.

We work with over 100 countries to build connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and other countries.

We stand above the rest in our commitment to cultural relations and educational opportunities.

Our mission is to build a more connected and inclusive world, and we believe that education is key to achieving this goal.

We work with governments, educational institutions, and other partners to promote education and cultural exchange between the UK and other countries.

We are committed to making a positive impact in the communities we serve, and we believe that our work has the power to change lives.

We are proud of our reputation for excellence and our commitment to quality and integrity.

Job Title:

Digital Accessibility Specialist

Location:

Polokwane, South Africa

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: R 80,000 – R 120,000 per annum

Industry: Education Technology

Department:
Education and Technology

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Digital Accessibility Specialist to join our team in Polokwane, South Africa. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all our digital products and services are accessible to people with disabilities.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in education technology and digital accessibility, and will be able to work effectively with a range of stakeholders, including educators, students, and technical teams.

• Conducting accessibility audits of our digital products and services
• Developing and implementing accessibility strategies to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations
• Collaborating with technical teams to ensure that all digital products and services are accessible to people with disabilities
• Providing training and support to educators and students on digital accessibility
• Staying up-to-date with the latest developments in digital accessibility and sharing knowledge with the team

• Conducting accessibility audits of our digital products and services
• Developing and implementing accessibility strategies to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations
• Collaborating with technical teams to ensure that all digital products and services are accessible to people with disabilities
• Providing training and support to educators and students on digital accessibility
• Staying up-to-date with the latest developments in digital accessibility and sharing knowledge with the team

• Strong background in education technology and digital accessibility
• Experience of conducting accessibility audits and developing accessibility strategies
• Ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders, including educators, students, and technical teams
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in digital accessibility

We are looking for a candidate with a Master’s degree in Education Technology or a related field. A Ph.D. in Education Technology or a related field would be an advantage.

We are looking for a candidate with 5-7 years of experience in education technology and digital accessibility. Experience of working in a similar role in a similar industry would be an advantage.

The salary for this position is R 80,000 – R 120,000 per annum.

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career development and growth
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Access to the latest technology and tools
• Opportunities for professional development and training

• On-the-job training and mentoring
• Access to online courses and training programs
• Opportunities for professional development and networking
• Support for continuing education and certification