Director — Open, Distance and e-Learning (ODeL)

📍 Nairobi, Kenya 💼 On-site ⏰ Full Time 📋 Permanent Contract 🏷️ Other

Work mode: On-site · Location: Nairobi, Kenya · Schedule: Full Time.

Minimum Experience
1 year
Application Deadline
📅 28 Nov 2026
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Job Description

Job Purpose

The Director of Open, Distance and e-Learning (ODeL) shall provide strategic, academic, and administrative leadership in the development, coordination, delivery, and quality assurance of open, distance, and e-learning programmes. The position is responsible for expanding access to quality education through innovative digital learning models in line with the University’s vision, mission, and strategic objectives.

Qualifications Academic Qualifications:

Earned Master’s in Education, Educational Technology, Instructional

Design, or a relevant discipline from a recognized institution.

Professional Experience:

At least 4 years of teaching, research, or academic administration experience in higher education.

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in open, distance, or elearning programme management.

Proven experience in curriculum development, quality assurance, and digital learning systems.

Skills and Competencies: Strong leadership, strategic planning, and change management skills.

Demonstrated expertise in e-learning technologies and instructional design.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.

Strong financial, project management, and analytical skills.