Instructional Technologist - Ifrane

Company :

Inaugurated in 1995 by His Majesty King Hassan II and Crown Prince Abdallah bin Abdel-Aziz of Saudi Arabia, Al Akhawayn University redefines the classic American liberal arts educational experience on an architecturally stunning modern campus amidst the beauty of Morocco's Middle Atlas Mountains.

It boasts:

• A uniquely international common core program for all undergraduate students, providing the basis for a well-rounded global education.
• Rich academics, in English, encouraging choice and experimentation, in all schools and programs of study.
• A comfortable, safe, exciting residential student life on campus, featuring hundreds of University student-run activities, with over 96 percent of undergraduates living on campus with roommates from around Morocco and the four corners of the world.
• The peace and pleasures of Ifrane, a center for outdoor exploration of mountains, streams, lakes, and more, with many entertainment options and easy access to major cities such as Rabat, Casablanca, Fez, Meknes, and more.

Company culture :

Al Akhawayn University is driven by a strong innovation-oriented culture, encouraging creativity, experimentation, and bold ideas to advance education and research.
This spirit is supported by a deep sense of collaboration, with supportive teams and hands-on leadership that nurtures academic and operational talent.
Performance and intellectual ambition also play a key role, fostering excellence in a globally minded environment.
While organization is less dominant, it provides the essential structure needed to operate a high-quality academic institution.

Job :

Position: 
The Instructional Technologist works directly with faculty to build and produce online courses and materials and to select appropriate media and presentation
Tools for in-class delivery. The Instructional Technologist consults with faculty and instructional designers, recommends media and tools, and advises on multimedia
production issues. S/he acquires and updates skills as necessary for effective instructional technology. The Instructional Technologist installs and maintains instructional hardwareand software. S/he trains faculty members to use and integrate software applications into course planning and delivery. This position provides support and efficient information to campus-level faculty and ensures efficient and effective access to educational technologies and platforms. The Instructional Technologist collaborates with instructional designers and audio/video specialists to ensure high-quality online learning experiences
Main Duties:

• Running and maintaining educational platforms (LMS/CMS).
• Administering and maintaining CTL servers (Windows/Linux).
• Developing instructional training materials.
• Working with the instructional design team and faculty to create online courses, services, and instructional materials.
• Providing support and assisting faculty to use IT applications and platforms.
• Providing training and workshops on topics dealing with technology and coursework delivery.
• Serving as a development resource and producing documentation and training material in response to instructional needs.
• Advising on production issues, including content acquisition, multimedia authoring, animation, and graphics.
• Identifying and sharing effective practices in integrating and implementing new technologies.
• Installing, configuring, and maintaining software and courseware, as well as troubleshooting problems with computer hardware and peripherals for the CTL.
• Recommending new technologies, hardware, and software for the CTL.
• Assisting with and evaluating the effectiveness of technology implementation and providing recommendations for improvement.
• Researching new instructional technologies for viability within instructional/classroom settings and advising management on equipment and training needs.
• Exploring, integrating, and supporting the use of AI tools and platforms in teaching and learning environments, including providing guidance to faculty on best practices for leveraging AI to enhance instructional effectiveness and student engagement

Required profile :

Required:

• Baccalaureate + 2 in IT is a minimum.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with educational technologies.

Preferred:

• Relevant experience in faculty/staff training.
• Certified on Microsoft Office 365 products.
• Other IT certifications are a plus

Personal and Behavioral Characteristics/ skills(Proposed) /Knowledge and skills:

• Knowledge of educational resources and online course development processes.
• Working with various computer technologies.
• Working with various Operating Systems (MacOS/Windows/Linux).
• Very good organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

Abilities:

• Ability to prioritize work, take initiative, and handle multiple tasks.
• Learn quickly, and teamwork ability.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with university departments and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work and deliver on time.

Positive attitude and ability to adapt to change.

Deadline: September 21, 2026, at midnight.

Head office address :

Desired personality traits :

Search for new things / novelty Need for reflection Need for autonomy Involvement at work Ambition