**Summary**
Missional University seeks an **experienced Instructional Design Manager **who works directly with faculty to build and produce online courses and material including advising faculty in the selection of appropriate media and presentation tools and methods. The specialist will consult with faculty, recommend media and tools, and advise on multimedia production issues. The specialist is responsible for developing and delivering technical training to online faculty in the use of tools for teaching distance learning classes using the Moodle learning management system. The specialist is also responsible for ensuring course development adheres to the Quality Matters set of standards in online course development.
To accomplish the tasks, the person will need a deep rooted understanding of messaging for multi-ethnic, global, evangelical Christian audiences, a firm grasp of educational technology, and demonstrated intercultural communication skills.
The position requires the ability to dive in with little supervision, work thru the creative process with faculty and arrive at final online course materials that exceed quality and technological expectations.
Since the Missional University is dedicated to training grassroots missional leaders in the evangelical tradition, administrative staff and faculty members must commit to both our faith and ethos statements. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Women, majority world professionals, and ethnic minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
**Please attach a letter of inquiry, resume, and three references.**
**What's Great About the Job?**
- Mission, Vision, and Core Values of the University focus on the mission of God in the world
- The position is 100% online, remote position
- Educational innovation combines interdisciplinary curriculum design with theological reflection and experiential learning
- The curriculum is based on 17 causes that are being addressed by Christian faith-based organizations
- Faculty and staff are geographically distributed from Alaska to New Zealand
- The online Administration Center provides virtual offices with video conferencing capabilities.
**Qualifications**
- Master's degree in instructional technology or educational technology.
- At least 3 years of educational technology experience in a college, university or theological institution
- At least 5 years of experience in creative graphic design and multimedia
- Proven experience working with faculty in creating materials for college-level online academic courses
- Broad knowledge of instructional technology tools and their use in teaching and learning
- Ability to think creatively, collaboratively and strategically
- Ability to relate interculturally to ethnically diverse backgrounds globally
- A vibrant Christian testimony
- Practical missions experience in his/her own country of origin or beyond
- Agreement with the faith and ethos statements of the Missional University
- Passionate about the mission, vision and core values of the Missional University
**Job Type**: Contract
**Education**:
- Master's (preferred)
**Experience**:
- Instructional Design: 5 years (preferred)
- team leadership: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person