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EIGCA Learning Manager & Lead Educator

| EIGCA, EVQGCD

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Job Description & Person Specification

The European Institute of Golf Course Architects (EIGCA) is seeking a motivated and qualified candidate for the newly created role of Learning Manager & Lead Educator.

Working closely with the EIGCA Head Office team and reporting to Council, the successful candidate will lead all preparation and administration for the next cycle of the EIGCA Vocational Qualification in Golf Course Design (EVQGCD). This work will begin in February 2026, with the programme running from October 2026 to October 2028.

This is a part-time, self-employed role delivered mainly remotely, with some travel required to attend in-person workshops and presentations.

Role overview

The position covers a 32-month period (February 2026 – October 2028) and is divided across three key phases:

Phase 1: Course review and preparatory work

Dates: February – September 2026
Estimated time requirement: 40 – 45 days

Following the successful migration of existing course materials to EIGCA’s new learning platform (EdApp), the Learning Manager will lead a comprehensive review and update of programme content to ensure it is modern, relevant, and aligned with the EVQGCD syllabus and agreed learning outcomes.

Responsibilities

  1. Review the course syllabus, delivery approach, and all teaching materials to ensure they are current and fit for purpose, including webinars, assignments, marking criteria, learning outcomes, and the Student Handbook.
  2. Update the syllabus to incorporate Sustainability content and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion design considerations.
  3. Create new content, particularly videos of design demonstrations, to supplement existing webinars and enhance the quality and volume of available student learning resources.
  4. Liaise with EIGCA Members and Partners to update or develop webinars and online learning materials.
  5. Organise and host an online Q&A session for prospective students in April 2026.
  6. Manage administrative communication with prospective students.
  7. Organise the EVQGCD application process, conduct interviews, and make offers to successful applicants.
  8. Become familiar with EdApp, and other administrative tasks relating to management of files relating to the course.
  9. Liaise with EIGCA members to organise module leaders for the following 24 months.

Phase 2: Year 1

Dates: October 2026 – October 2027
Estimated time requirement: 40 – 45 days

Responsibilities

  1. Manage all administration, preparation, and coordination required for the smooth running of Year One (Modules 1 & 2).
  2. Serve as the primary point of contact for all student queries.
  3. In collaboration with Head Office and appointed Module Leaders, organise, plan, and host:
    • Design Workshop 1 – October 2026
    • Design Workshop 2 – April 2027
  4. Act as a mentor to a group of up to 10 students, hosting interim online sessions individually and in groups as required.
  5. Act as primary marker for four Design Project assignments (DP1, DP2, DP3 & DP4).
  6. Act as marking moderator for four written assignments (marked by other members).

Phase 3: Year 2

Dates: November 2027 – October 2028
Estimated time requirement: 30 – 35 days

Responsibilities

  1. Manage all administration, preparation, and coordination for Year Two (Modules 3 & 4).
  2. Serve as the primary point of contact for all student queries.
  3. Support students in securing a Year Two mentorship with an EIGCA Member and manage mentorship arrangements.
  4. In collaboration with Head Office, organise, plan, and host:
    • Design Workshop 3 – October 2027
    • Design Workshop 4 – April 2028
  5. Act as secondary marker for two Design Project assignments (Design Project 5 and Main Design Project [MDP]).
  6. Act as marking moderator for two written assignments (marked by other members).
  7. In collaboration with Head Office, organise the venue, plan the itinerary, and host the Major Design Project (MDP) presentations – October 2028.

Candidate profile

The ideal candidate will be an experienced EIGCA Member who is self-motivated, has a flexible work schedule, confident in public speaking, and knowledgeable in all aspects of golf course design and construction. A strong interest in education and student development is essential.

Essential Requirements

  • Relevant educational background.
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English.
  • Extensive skill and experience in Computer-Aided Design software for golf course design and plan production.
  • Working knowledge of additional design tools, including Adobe Creative Suite and Google Earth.
  • A minimum of 5 years’ professional experience as a Golf Course Architect.

Desirable Attributes

  • Previous involvement with the EVQGCD programme, either as a student or contributor, (preferably both).
  • Experience lecturing, tutoring, or marking assignments in an educational setting.
  • Familiarity with online learning platforms (e.g. EdApp).
  • CPD (Continuing Professional Development) Approved.

Time Commitment

The expected total workload over approximately a 2.5-year period is 110–125 days, distributed across the three phases described above.

The role is primarily remote, with required travel to in-person workshops and presentations.

Whilst the role has flexibility for the successful candidate to organise their own schedule, during busy periods you will be expected to prioritise EVQGCD work to meet tight turnaround times for marking assignments and responding to student enquiries.

Financial Compensation

Payment will be made at an agreed day rate, with compensation calculated from timesheets submitted to the EIGCA Head Office for approval. The day rate you propose should reflect the number of days you expect the role to require, using the estimated days provided in this job description as a guide to the anticipated workload.

Travel, accommodation, subsistence and disbursements for required in-person events will be reimbursed on presentation of relevant receipts.

Application

Please email the following to Lindsey Collumbell, EIGCA Executive Officer, at lindsey@eigca.org:

  • Your CV
  • A cover letter which outlines your suitability for the role, and your day rate for the role

Please send your documents as PDFs and include your name in the file names.

Key dates

  • Applications to be received at lindsey@eigca.org by end of Friday 9th January 2026
  • Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and should be available for interview (via Teams) between 15 and 30 January 2026
  • Successful candidate will be notified by the close of Friday 13th February 2026

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EIGCA Learning Manager & Lead Educator

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