Instructional Designers Jobs in Kenya

Octopus ICT Solutions Ltd (OIS) is an InformationCommunication Technology (ICT) company founded over six years ago.

It is duly registered as a limited liability company in Kenya and licensed bythe Communications Commission of Kenya (CCK) as an Applications ServicesProvider (ASP) mandated to provide Information and Communication Technology(ICT) solutions to corporate, residential and individual consumers.

OIS seeks three energetic, creative individuals with an interest in e-learningand instructional design to support the e-Learning department. OIS offers adynamic, creative, and progressive work environment.

Required skill sets:

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science or related field. A solid understanding of Web technologies is preferred.
• Have good knowledge of Instructional Design and Storyboarding. This includes ability to:

1. Research, analyze, design, develop and customize instructional materials
2. Work with different types of input material to create instructional content
3. Apply various Instructional strategies, models and theories to content
4. Use templates in developing instructional materials.
5. Visualize
6. Have knowledge of industry standards, such as AICC, SCORM.

• Multi-faceted production experience in a distance education, or training environment, including experience in designing and developing courses using HTML, Flash, Articulate and Adobe eLearning Suite Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), particularly Moodle
• Demonstrated experience working with subject matter experts and adult learners to develop content
• Be able to work with Account Managers and/or Marketing team to analyze project requirement with the clients and suggest solutions
• Be proficient with MS Office, specifically MS Word and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrate effective spoken and written English and excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
• Provide instructional design feedback on online modules which are being developed by vendors or volunteers in order to create compelling online learning experiences (this entails using adult learning techniques)
• Monitor courses currently available through OIS's online University to collect feedback and refine material and approaches if necessary

The successful candidate must be a self-starterwith the ability to work independently within a team-based, fast-pacedatmosphere with high standards for quality, accuracy, and innovation. 

This candidate should also possess strong organizational skills and the abilityto meet deadlines, prioritize, and work on multiple projects simultaneouslywith great efficiency and attention to detail. 

For consideration, please forward a detailed CV and cover letter tojobs@octopusict.com. 

Your application must reach us not later than 5 PM on the 23rd of September2011. 

Only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Remuneration for the position will be related and dependent on applicant’slevel of education and experience.


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