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LMS Moodle Project Manager

Hybrid in Villanueva de la Cañada·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 19 Oct)

Overview

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Hybrid, Villanueva de la Cañada
Contract
Full-time
English
Required
Experience
5+ years
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

• University degree in Computer Engineering or similar, or training in educational technology with an accredited technical profile.

• At least 5 years of experience in technological project management, of which at least 3 must be in LMS environments.

• Proficiency in agile, predictive, or hybrid project management methodologies.

• Hands-on experience in project planning and management, with the ability to structure initiatives from start to finish and directly produce the main management deliverables: project plans, schedules and Gantt charts, process flows, requirements, executive documentation, and RFPs.

• Experience working with LMS platforms, preferably Moodle, with sufficient knowledge of its operation and technological ecosystem to lead its evolution, coordinate projects and services, and work effectively with technical teams.

• Experience in supplier and budget management.

• English level B2 or higher.

Nice to have

• PMP, PRINCE2, PMI-ACP, or Scrum Master certifications.

• Moodle Certified Educator or official Moodle training.

• Experience in the university or higher education sector.

• Experience with cloud infrastructure, especially Azure, and with high-availability Moodle hosting.

• Knowledge of learning analytics, xAPI/SCORM, and accessibility (WCAG).

• Proficiency in Jira, Confluence, and Microsoft 365.

The role

Ensure the coordinated management of projects, services, and needs affecting the group's various learning platforms (LMS).

They will be responsible for demand management and prioritization, driving the execution of multiple initiatives, and acting as the primary point of contact for internal clients, guaranteeing clarity, follow-up, and a results-oriented approach. Likewise, they will be responsible for ensuring service continuity and for anticipating and coordinating the necessary actions to support teaching activities.

What you'll do

• Area and team management: establish the working framework, priorities, and objectives of the area, coordinating team capabilities and supporting its managers in planning, monitoring, and resolving blockers.

• Internal client management: assume the primary interlocution for the LMS area with the various centers and departments, coordinating needs, priorities, and initiatives, maintaining fluid communication, and ensuring follow-up. Act as a link between internal clients and the team.

• Demand management: collect, structure, assess, and prioritize the needs of the various centers and departments, balancing urgency, impact, capacity, and dependencies.

• Project management: simultaneously plan and coordinate evolutions, implementations, migrations, integrations, improvements, and maintenance actions.

• Suppliers: manage partners and functionality providers, including SLA monitoring, validation of deliverables, and budget control.

• Reporting: report on project status, risks, and usage and performance KPIs.

About Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio

Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio (UAX) is a private Spanish university offering a broad portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate, and vocational training programs across health sciences, engineering, business, technology, education, and music. With campuses in Madrid, Málaga, and Oviedo, as well as a robust online learning platform, UAX serves thousands of students and employs a diverse academic and corporate workforce. The university is known for its practical, simulation-based teaching methods and partnerships with leading institutions like the Rafa Nadal School of Sport.

Industry
Higher Education
Founded
1993
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Villanueva de la Cañada, Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Málaga, Oviedo
Website
uax.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • UAX has multiple campuses across Spain, including Madrid (Villanueva de la Cañada), Málaga, and Oviedo, offering opportunities in different regions.
  • The university offers both on-site and online roles, providing flexibility for international candidates.
  • Job openings include academic, research, and corporate positions, with some requiring Spanish language proficiency (e.g., French for admissions roles).
  • UAX is a private university with a strong focus on health sciences, engineering, and technology, making it a relevant employer for professionals in these fields.
  • The university has partnerships with institutions like the Rafa Nadal School of Sport, which may offer unique career opportunities.
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