Rhodes University
Makhanda, Eastern Cape
Permanent
Posted 09 September 2024 - Closing Date 13 September 2024
Division: 2201 - CHERTL
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Design
Salary: R380 997 - R510 672 per annum
Multimedia and Learning Design Specialist (Grade 11)
Centre for Higher Education Research, Teaching and Learning (CHERTL)
CHERTL invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.
Main Objectives:
To provide support to and advise lecturers and course teams on designing pedagogically sound and high-quality blended and online course sites, activities, and materials.
This includes the full production process of multimedia content (video, podcast, newsletter, websites, blogs, etc.) and learning design as part of a team working on multiple projects simultaneously.
The incumbent will contribute to the EdTech team's professional development offerings for the RU community.
The Requirements:
A Bachelor's Degree (preferably Honors Degree) with at least two years' experience where such experience includes:
Experience in supporting learning design in higher education.
Experience in supporting multimedia content development for teaching and learning in higher education.
Understanding of multimedia design considerations to support blended and online learning.
Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, Camtasia, Moodle content creation tools, etc.
Track record and portfolio of multimedia projects.
Previous experience creating multimedia using content authoring tools such as iSpring, Adobe Captivate or H5P and knowledge of Universal Design Learning (UDL) principles would be a distinct advantage.
Project Management skills and knowledge of Creative Commons licensing would be beneficial.
Application Process:
It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.
The following documents are required:
A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include:
Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.
Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.
Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please email ******.
Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):
Short-listing date TBC
The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.
Remuneration per annum (Grade 11):
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R380 997
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R510 672
All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years.
Rhodes University has a vaccination mandate as part of its Conditions of Service. The implementation of the vaccine mandate has been held in abeyance from 01 January 2023. Should the COVID-19 situation change in a way that the number of cases of COVID-19 pose a threat to the University, the implementation of the Vaccine Mandate will be re-activated and all staff would be required to be fully vaccinated.
Closing Date: 13 September 2024
If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply.
Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission. These values are:Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion
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