Academic Planner Optimisation Lead

Eduvos is looking to employ a Academic Planner Optimisation Lead  on a fixed term basis at any of our National campuses.

Type of role:
Fixed-term 

Purpose of the role:
Academic planners at Eduvos are strategic tools that map and sequence modules across academic cycles while forecasting enrolment and resource needs. They serve as the operational backbone for aligning curriculum delivery with compliance, capacity, and student progression.

To lead the optimisation and governance of academic planner data and processes across the institution, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and scalability of Eduvos' academic planning model with an emphasis on its programme and module offerings. The successful candidate will coordinate the implementation of approved business rules in Eduvos's academic planning system, monitor module viability based on business metrics, and drive data-informed decision-making to enhance operational planning and improve staff and student experience.

• Master's degree, or a postgraduate qualification in Education, Curriculum Development, Educational Technology, Data Science, or a non-related field with relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Higher Education academic operations, planning, or quality assurance.
• Demonstrable experience in data analytics and data visualisation (e.g. Tableau, Power BI).
• Proven track record in managing curriculum design and adaptation, module sequencing, and curriculum lifecycle processes.
• Knowledge of CHE, SAQA, and DHET frameworks and quality assurance processes 

Preferred:

• Experience working with digital learning ecosystems (e.g., CRM, WAM, SIM).
• Certification in Project Management, Data Analytics, or Business Intelligence.
• Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional optimisation or change projects.

• Strategic and analytical thinking
• Attention to detail and data accuracy
• Systems and process orientation
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Problem-solving and innovation
• Project and stakeholder management
• Excellent written and verbal communication