Online Courses Instructional Designer at Amara Capital Limited

Online Courses Instructional Designer at Amara Capital Limited | Iko Kazi

Role Description

This part-time Online Courses Instructional Designer role is a hybrid position based in Nairobi County, Kenya, with a mix of on-site collaboration and work-from-home flexibility.
The Instructional Designer will design, develop, and update online courses that support business owners in building practical skills for growth. Day-to-day tasks include conducting needs assessments, defining learning objectives, structuring course outlines, and creating engaging learning materials such as scripts, presentations, activities, and assessments.
The role also involves working with subject matter experts, optimizing content for different learning platforms, and assessing learner feedback and performance data to improve course quality.
The Instructional Designer will ensure that all content is clear, inclusive, and aligned with Amara Capital Limited's standards and brand.

Qualifications

Strong skills in instructional design, curriculum development, and adult learning principles for online and blended courses.
Proficiency in e-learning tools and platforms (e.g., LMS systems, authoring tools such as Articulate, Captivate, or similar solutions).
Ability to create clear course materials, including lesson plans, scripts, presentations, and assessments tailored to business-focused audiences.
Experience in analyzing learner needs, evaluating course effectiveness, and using feedback and data to refine learning experiences.
Good collaboration and communication skills for working with subject matter experts, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
Strong organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple projects in a part-time, hybrid work setting.
Familiarity with business topics such as entrepreneurship, operations, finance, marketing, or growth strategies is an advantage.
Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Learning Technologies, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Commitment to inclusive, gender-neutral, and non-discriminatory learning content and practices.

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