Director of Instructional Technology Job at St. Bridget's College

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Job Title: Director of Instructional Technology

Location: Aba, Abia State

Organisation: St. Bridget's College

Compensation: Competitive based on experience and qualifications

Start Date: Negotiable, based on suitable candidate's needs but no later than July 2nd, 2013.

Background: St. Bridget's is leading the nation in adopting digital technology in the classroom. We are looking for a Director of Instructional Technology to lead our deployment of digital learning tools in the classroom and to assist our partner schools in adopting our learning technologies.

Key Function: This position involves the expansion of digital learning tools (such as tablet devices, desktop computers, e-book readers, e-book servers, managed learning tools and other technologies) that facilitate learning. The ideal candidate will oversee the acquisition and distribution of digital content that helps students learn better using modern tools. The Director will also be responsible for the measurement and improvement of the digital learning experience for St. Bridget's and other partner schools.

Core Tasks:

•   Acquire the rights from authors to re-publish their books in digital format AND to ensure oversee the legal and authorized distribution of that content.

•   Use computers to organize and identify inventory, and operate spreadsheet and word processing software.

•   Secure original content (preferably in digital format) from copyright owners.

•   Negotiate terms for content acquisition & manage the content acquisition process.

•   Oversee support staff involved in the acquisition and distribution process.

•   Form and oversee the outreach team to attract new authors as a channel for securing new and relevant content.

•   Develop metrics for evaluating the most effective methods for introduction and dissemination of the digital and conventional instructional technologies.

•   Obtain, analyze, evaluate and respond to performance data relating to user needs and preferences.

•   Monitor and analyze records, trends, or economic conditions to anticipate buying patterns and determine future needs.

•   Interview and work closely with vendors to obtain and develop desired products.

•   Conduct meetings and training events with personnel to introduce new content.

Educational Requirement: Minimum of a bachelor's degree with at least 5 years experience in a business development, publishing (print or digital), instructional technology, or managerial position. Familiarity with the needs of students and educational institutions is required.

Technology Skills:

•   Calculators or accessories – 10-key calculators

•   Desktop computers (Microsoft Office, especially Word & PowerPoint)

•   Personal computers with use of videoconferencing and remote collaboration tools (e.g. Skype, ooVoo, or similar)

•   Tablet devices (Android/iOS/)

•   Electronic mail software – Email software; Microsoft Outlook

•   Spreadsheet software – Microsoft Excel.

How to Apply:

Apply online with a cover letter and detailed resume (Curriculum Vitae). The application must include the following:

1.   A functioning email address, mobile telephone number and contact information.

2.   A discussion of WHY you believe this is a good fit for you.

3.   A discussion of your experiences managing schools (or educational institutions) and how you think this will fit into St. Bridget's. if you have experience outside of education which you believe can be beneficial, kindly discuss them.

4.   Your long term career goals and how you think this job at St. Bridget's will help you realize these personal career goals.

Deadline: 2nd April, 2013.

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