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Experienced education and instructional design professional with over 30 years of experience across teaching, distance education, curriculum and learning content development, and programme coordination. Strong expertise in learner-centred design, adult learning principles, assessment development, and quality assurance for distance and blended learning programmes.
After retiring in 2024, she expanded her confidence in using AI to support instructional-content development (structuring content, improving explanations, generating examples), while emphasizing validation and professional judgment to ensure accuracy, relevance, and suitability for learners.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Advanced
Herero
Advanced
Work Experience
Programme / Materials Developer / Coordinator (Senior-level) at NAMCOL – Namibia College of Open Learning
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2024Senior responsibility for development, coordination, and quality assurance of distance-education programmes and learning materials. Developed and coordinated curriculum and syllabi; designed and developed distance-education study materials applying instructional-design principles; edited and reviewed materials to improve clarity, structure, and alignment with learning objectives. Planned courses and coordinated development of new programmes, recruited and trained course development teams, managed project activities and stakeholder communication, monitored progress and outstanding tasks, and provided feedback. Produced subject-related tutorial letters and instructional documentation, represented the organisation in curriculum discussions, recommended learning resources, and provided subject advice to staff. Supported learners through vacation workshops and learning-centre activities, assisted with mock examinations and assignments, and maintained accurate records and claims relating to
Programme / Material Developer / Coordinator (Senior-level responsibility) at NAMCOL – Namibia College of Open Learning
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2024Developed and coordinated curriculum and syllabi for distance-learning programmes; designed and produced distance-education study materials applying instructional-design principles. Edited and reviewed learning materials to improve clarity, structure, consistency, and instructional effectiveness. Planned courses and coordinated development of new learning programmes and materials; recruited, trained, supervised, and monitored course development teams. Managed project activities, tracked progress, followed up on outstanding tasks, provided feedback to stakeholders, and maintained accurate records and documentation. Prepared tutorial letters, reports, memoranda and other instructional documents; represented the organization in curriculum panels; recommended learning resources. Supported learners through workshops and learner-support activities, and contributed to mock examinations and assignments.
Administrative Officer / Office Assistant at University of Johannesburg
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007Managed day-to-day administration of the regional office. Responded to enquiries from students, prospective students, and parents; provided administrative and learner support. Assisted with programme marketing and outreach activities, participated in outreach initiatives to introduce university programmes, and supported project and office-management activities.
Programme Developer / Coordinator at NAMCOL – Namibia College of Open Learning
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2005Developed and coordinated distance-education programmes and learning materials, assisted with curriculum-related activities, and provided guidance to part-time staff involved in curriculum development. Coordinated learner-support activities and vacation workshops; recruited, trained, and supervised academic learner-support teams. Prepared tutorial letters and educational documentation, supported development and marketing of study materials, and managed administrative, project, and record-keeping responsibilities associated with programme delivery. Provided academic and operational support to staff and learners.
Distance Education Teacher at Ministry of Education, Namibia
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1997Supported learners in a distance-education environment by monitoring face-to-face learning centres and reporting after centre visits. Guided centre heads on effective centre operation, registered distance-education learners, organised learner workshops, distributed distance-learning materials, and moderated learner assignments. Assisted with statistical reporting and maintained accurate learner records.
Teacher at Ministry of Education, Namibia
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1995Taught General Science, Life Science, and Home Economics/Science. Planned and evaluated lessons and learning activities, provided learner guidance and support, and participated in extracurricular and community development activities. Participated in fundraising and school initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) at University of Namibia
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1996Higher Education Diploma (HED) at Academy for Tertiary Education
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1989Postgraduate Certificate in Distance Education at UNISA
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000Postgraduate Certificate in Distance Education at UNISA
January 1, 2000 - August 9, 2026Higher Education Diploma (HED) at Academy for Tertiary Education
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1989Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) at University of Namibia
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1996Qualifications
Instructional Design for Blended Learning (NOLNet)
March 1, 2017 - August 9, 2026iEnabler Management Training (AdaptIT)
April 1, 2015 - August 9, 2026eLearning Course for Online Course Developers and Online Tutors (Polytechnic of Namibia, now NUST)
March 1, 2014 - August 9, 2026Radio Programme Production and Narration (NOLNet)
July 1, 2010 - August 9, 2026Train the Trainer (Green Leaf Business Consultants)
June 1, 2005 - August 9, 2026Curriculum Development and Evaluation (National Institute for Educational Development, NIED)
September 1, 2001 - August 9, 2026Management of Innovation (University of Bath)
November 1, 1998 - August 9, 2026Training Course for Part-time Trainers (DSE)
October 1, 1998 - August 9, 2026Instructional Design for Blended Learning (NOLNet)
March 1, 2017 - August 9, 2026iEnabler Management Training (AdaptIT)
April 1, 2015 - August 9, 2026eLearning Course for Online Course Developers and Online Tutors (Polytechnic of Namibia, now NUST)
March 1, 2014 - August 9, 2026Radio Programme Production and Narration (NOLNet)
July 1, 2010 - August 9, 2026Train the Trainer (Green Leaf Business Consultants)
June 1, 2005 - August 9, 2026Curriculum Development and Evaluation (National Institute for Educational Development, NIED)
September 1, 2001 - August 9, 2026Management of Innovation (University of Bath)
November 1, 1998 - August 9, 2026Training Course for Part-time Trainers (DSE)
October 1, 1998 - August 9, 2026Industry Experience
Education, Government
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
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