Deputy Director (e-Learning and Technical)

Position: Deputy Director (e-Learning & Technical)Job Title / Position Level: Associate Professor LevelReporting To: Director, Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), DSUFunction: e-Learning & TechnicalOrganisation / Entity: Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), Dayananda Sagar University (DSU)Location: BengaluruJOB PURPOSEThe Deputy Director (e-Learning & Technical) will be responsible for the planning, implementation, and supervision of e-learning systems, digital content development, and technical coordination for Online programmes.The position will ensure academic integrity, technical robustness, learner-centric delivery, and compliance with applicable UGC-DEB regulations through effective management of the Learning Management System (LMS) and digital learning ecosystem.SKILLS & COMPETENCIESStrong understanding of online pedagogy and instructional designHands-on expertise in Learning Management Systems (LMS)Knowledge of e-content standards, SCORM, multimedia tools, and learning analyticsStrong leadership, coordination, and project management skillsGood understanding of UGC-DEB regulations and compliance requirements for Online educationStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsCRITICAL ACCOUNTABILITIESA. e-Learning & Digital Content DevelopmentCoordinate the development of UGC-DEB-compliant e-learning modules.Ensure alignment of digital content with the curriculum framework, credit structure, and learning outcomes.Maintain academic and technical quality benchmarks for online content.Coordinate with faculty, instructional designers, multimedia teams, and subject experts.B. Learning Management System (LMS) ManagementOversee the deployment, customization, integration, and maintenance of the LMS for Online programmes.Ensure seamless integration of:Course contentAssessments and evaluationsLearner analyticsProgress trackingLearner support systemsEnsure LMS processes comply with applicable UGC-DEB learner support, monitoring, and reporting requirements.C. Technical CoordinationFacilitate coordination between academic departments, multimedia production teams, LMS teams, and IT infrastructure teams.Supervise the end-to-end workflow for digital module production, quality assurance, and deployment.Ensure timely resolution of technical issues affecting online programme delivery.D. Quality Assurance & ComplianceEnsure compliance with UGC-DEB regulations and institutional quality assurance mechanisms.Coordinate documentation and support for audits, inspections, reviews, and regulatory requirements.Monitor learner engagement, LMS performance, content effectiveness, and overall digital learning quality.Identify and implement improvements in online learning processesE. Faculty & Staff Capacity BuildingConduct training and orientation programmes for faculty and staff on:Online teaching toolsLMS usageDigital pedagogyOnline assessment practicesDigital content developmentPromote the adoption of innovative teaching-learning technologies.Support faculty in effective delivery of Online programmes.F. Team Leadership & SupervisionLead and supervise the Technical Manager and Technical Assistant(s).Define workflows, responsibilities, timelines, and performance expectations.Ensure effective coordination and timely delivery of technical and e-learning initiatives.SUPERVISIONDirect Reports: Technical Manager, Technical Assistant(s)KEY PERFORMANCE AREASQuality and timely delivery of digital/e-learning contentLMS performance, availability, and effectivenessUGC-DEB compliance and documentationLearner engagement and analyticsFaculty adoption of digital teaching practicesTechnical coordination and issue resolutionQuality assurance of Online programme deliveryTeam productivity and timely execution of projectsQUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCEPh.D. / Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, e-Learning, or a relevant discipline.Experience in Online/Distance Education, e-Learning, LMS management, digital content development, or academic technology.Experience in managing Online programme operations and regulatory compliance will be preferred.Academic experience at Associate Professor level or equivalent is preferred.Experience in leading e-learning, LMS, digital content, or academic technology teams will be an added advantage.Interested candidates kindly share your profiles to careers@dsu.edu.in DATE: 29-09-2026DR. D. PREMACHANDRA SAGARPRO CHANCELLOR, DSU