The University of Eastern Africa, Baraton, is inviting applications for a full-time position within its Open Distance and e-Learning (ODeL) Department. Established as a chartered Seventh-day Adventist institution of higher learning, the University is situated in Baraton, Nandi County, approximately 50 kilometers from Eldoret City and 35 kilometers from Eldoret International Airport. The institution has built a reputation for academic excellence and innovation in education, and it continues to expand its scope in providing opportunities for learners to access quality education through modern teaching approaches.

To support this mission, the University seeks to recruit an experienced professional for the position of Instructional Designer. This role is essential to the continuous development of online and blended learning programs at the University. The successful candidate will report directly to the Director for the Open Distance and e-Learning Department and will play a central role in designing, structuring, and uploading instructional content to the Learning Management System (LMS).

Job Title: Instructional DesignerJob Classification: Full-time positionNumber of Positions: 1 (One)Department: Open Distance and e-Learning (ODeL) DepartmentApplication Deadline: October 10, 2025

The Instructional Designer will work in collaboration with subject matter experts to develop engaging, effective, and well-structured instructional content for online courses. The role requires someone with strong expertise in instructional design, proven knowledge of modern educational technologies, and the ability to apply instructional theories to create meaningful learning experiences. The designer will also be expected to upload finalized content to the institution’s Learning Management System and ensure that all materials are aligned with the University’s educational standards and the learners’ needs.

This position is well-suited to a professional with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in instructional design and technology. The role requires creativity, attention to detail, and a capacity to translate academic content into engaging learning modules for diverse learners.

The primary responsibility of the Instructional Designer is to create compelling learning activities and course content. The individual will collaborate with subject matter experts to determine instructional needs, apply tested instructional design methods, and make use of multimedia tools to improve learning effectiveness.

The Instructional Designer is expected to contribute to all aspects of the learning design cycle, from needs assessment and planning to development, implementation, and evaluation.

The Instructional Designer will be responsible for a wide range of tasks, with duties including but not limited to the following:

Interested candidates who meet the stated requirements are encouraged to apply for the position. Applications should include:

Applications should be addressed to the Human Resource Manager of the University of Eastern Africa, Baraton. Submissions must be sent by email to:

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All applications must be received by October 10, 2025.

The University of Eastern Africa, Baraton, provides an environment where education and innovation intersect. This vacancy represents an opportunity for a skilled instructional design professional to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of e-learning and higher education. Candidates who meet the requirements