Manager (Learning Systems & Digital Platforms), Office of Undergraduate Medical Education

Introduction

The Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, international institution committed to academic excellence, innovation in education, and service to society. The University encourages a diverse, inclusive and respectful work environment, and is dedicated to safeguarding the dignity and well-being of all members of its community.

As an equal opportunity employer, AKU believes in promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and is committed to adopt appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between diverse workforce of its faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees / trainees and partners to share this commitment.

Aga Khan University invites applications for the position of Technical Advisor in the Office of Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME), Medical College, Pakistan.

The Technical Advisor will lead and support the integration of digital learning and technology-enhanced academic practices across the undergraduate medical curriculum. Reporting to the Associate Dean, UGME, the role will guide the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of online and blended learning experiences, while building capacity and engagement among faculty and students.

Responsibilities :

You will be responsible to :

• provide leadership in the planning, development and rollout of digital and blended learning initiatives on UGME’s Learning Management System (LMS / VLE).
• collaborate with faculty, academic year leads and UGME committees to design interactive and pedagogically sound online course components.
• develop learning materials using course authoring and multimedia design tools such as Articulate Storyline and related software.
• build faculty capability by offering structured training, technical consultations and ongoing support to enhance adoption of technology-enabled teaching practices.
• lead the design, management and continuous improvement of eQuad, the UGME student online portal, ensuring a seamless, informative and user-centered experience.
• identify emerging educational technologies relevant to curriculum innovation and advise on their suitability and implementation within the AKU environment.
• supervise and guide the work of staff and student teams supporting online course development and special academic committees / offices.
• support planning, resource allocation and operational oversight for projects linked to technology-enhanced learning and academic delivery, including special committees.

Requirements : You should have :

Comprehensive employment reference will be conducted.