Module Coordinator: Architecture

Job description

• Oversee and manage the development or review of study guides (full or wrap-around)
• Seek feedback from all stakeholders and keep a record of required changes to study guides in anticipation of the review cycle
• Monitor the appropriateness of the prescribed textbook and editions
• Ensure continued alignment between study guide and textbook, where applicable
• Update study guides to cater for new textbook editions

• Draft all formal assessments for allocated modules
• Consider internal and external pre-moderation feedback and implement changes as required
• Conduct internal pre-moderation for modules in field of expertise
• Conduct meetings with all campus lecturers to discuss the assessment strategy
• Brief markers and moderators, and provide content support during the marking process
• Mark a prescribed minimum number of assessments (+- 3) to fine tune marking guideline/memorandum
• Consider markers’ reports and decide on appropriate action
• Consider moderators’ reports and decide on appropriate action, in consultation with campus lecturers, Head of School and subject coordinator
• Sign off on assessment results
• Actively participate in the investigation/management of modules with continuously low pass rates

• Conduct research in learning design in the field of expertise
• Attend both internal and external training sessions, workshops, and conferences to enhance skills in module design and assessment
• Stay informed about emerging trends in higher education and instructional methodologies
• Actively collaborate with campus lecturers to continuously enhance the learning journey

• Design and draft materials needed for the course environment (announcements, etc.)
• Populate and maintain the course environment for modules owned

• Invite guest speakers to enrich modules and host two live online sessions per semester to support student understanding and engagement.
• Draft additional support materials for students

• Conduct research in the field of expertise and/or learning design in the field of expertise
• Attend both internal and external training sessions, workshops, and conferences to enhance skills in module design and assessment
• Stay informed about emerging trends in higher education and instructional methodologies
• Engage with industry, professional networks and associations to enhance collaboration and knowledge sharing

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally and collaboratively in a remote working environment.
• Strong organisational, time management, and coordination skills, with the ability to manage a continuous flow of tasks, prioritise effectively, and consistently meet deadlines.
• High levels of self-motivation, accountability, and the ability to work independently in a structured, task-driven remote environment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, contributing positively to shared goals while coordinating effectively across virtual platforms.
• Resilience, adaptability, and the ability to remain productive and solution-focused in a fast-paced and changing work environment.

• Minimum honours (NQF 8) qualification in Architecture or Architectural Technology.
• Professional SACAP registration required.
• Strong background in Architecture, preferably with practical or industry-related experience.
• At least two years of module coordination experience in a tertiary institution.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of teaching practices for Architecture.
• Sound teaching and learning, assessment, and study material development skills.
• Practical teaching experience is highly recommended.
• Ability to apply instructional design principles to develop engaging, interactive, and well-aligned learning experiences across delivery modes.
• High level of computer proficiency with good knowledge of modern Information Technology infrastructure and online learning platforms.