Educational Technologist

**Position**:Educational Technologist

**Job Id**:3571

**School**:Other Departments

**Department**:Office of Dean of Academics

**Job Type**:Regular

**End Date**:December 09, 2024

Educational Technologist

Job Details

**Position**:Educational Technologist

**Job Id**:3571

**School**:Other Departments

**Department**:Office of Dean of Academics

**Job Type**:Regular

**End Date**:December 09, 2024

**Job Title - Educational Technologist**

**Position Summary**:
The POSITION - Educational Technologist will play a pivotal role in enhancing the technology systems that support all aspects of academic operations at the university, focusing on enhancing the faculty’s teaching experience and student’s learning experience. This position is responsible for leading initiatives integrating technology into the academic environment to drive innovation, efficiency, and excellence in teaching, learning, and administrative processes. Working closely with the Dean of Academics, the role holder will oversee the design, implementation, and management of academic technology solutions that align with the university’s strategic goals.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Strategic Planning**:

- Collaborate with academic and administrative departments to identify technology needs and opportunities for improvement.
- Liaison with cross-functional teams in the design, development, and deployment of educational technology systems
- Stay abreast of emerging trends in educational technology and recommend innovative solutions to meet evolving needs.
- As part of the processes innovation, research, test, and recommend technology tools for pilot and adoption.
- **Technology Integration & Support**:

- Oversee the implementation and optimization of Learning Management Systems (LMS), course enrollment systems, curriculum management systems, attendance management systems, timetabling and class scheduling systems, and other digital platforms used for teaching and learning.
- Ensure that technology systems are user-friendly, reliable, and effectively support the academic and administrative functions of the university.
- Ensure that different digital platforms are integrated with each other
- Promote the integration of AI technologies across the University.
- **Student Experience Enhancement**:

- Work closely with student services to ensure that technology solutions meet the needs of the student body.
- Analyze student feedback and data to continuously improve the effectiveness of digital tools and resources.
- **Project Management**:

- Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets, and report progress to the Dean of Academics.
- Foster collaboration between academic departments, IT, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
- **Training & Development**:

- Design and deliver training programs for faculty, staff, and students to effectively use educational technologies.
- Create resources and documentation to support the adoption and use of new technologies.
- **Quality Assurance & Compliance**:

- Establish and monitor metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of educational technologies.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices in educational technology.
- Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.

**Qualifications**:

- Master’s degree in Educational Technology, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 12 years of experience in educational technology or allied area, with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior management role.
- Proven experience in the successful implementation of IT systems in an academic environment.
- Strong project management skills, with a track record of leading complex technology projects.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- In-depth knowledge of learning management systems, online learning platforms, and other educational technologies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

**Preferred Skills**:

- Experience in a higher education environment..
- Certification in project management (e.g., PMP) or educational technology (e.g., CETL) is an asset.