Samuel Onyoso

Samuel Onyoso

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    E-Learning | EdTech | Learning & Development | Instructional Design | Moodle | Totara| about.me/samuelonyoso

  • Education

    • Nairobi Institute of Business Studies

      2006 - 2007
      Diploma Information Technology (KNEC)
    • Starehe Boys' Centre and School

      2002 - 2005
      High School Diploma KCSE, O-Level
    • University of Arizona Global Campus

      2021 - 2023
      Bachelor of Arts - BA Instructional Design
    • University of Nairobi

      2007 - 2011
      Bachelor’s Degree Computer Science
  • Experience

    • AMREF

      Jun 2012 - Jan 2020

      1. Working closely with the AMREF eCampus team, subject matter experts, graphic designers, IT support and the eCampus team to develop and convert content for a number of learning initiatives.2. Learning content conversion and implementing the established quality assurance and control standards.3. Deployed learning and development programmes for AMREF centres all over Africa in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Zambia, Malawi, Madagascar, Senegal, Lesotho, among others.4. Facilitated the learning of more than 10,000 learners (health care workers) all over Africa. Show less

      • Project Assistant - E-Learning Content Development

        Sept 2019 - Jan 2020
      • E-Learning Content Developer

        Jun 2012 - Sept 2019
    • Valleypoint Telecoms

      Jun 2014 - Jan 2015
      ICT Officer, Valleypoint Telecoms Limited

      1. Part of a team that worked on a major WordPress website for an umbrella body of NGOs called Faith to Action Network (https://www.faithtoactionetwork.org/).2. Windows and Ubuntu Linux server administration.3. Setting up of VSAT internet accessibility in remote Kenyan areas.4. Technical support to users for PC hardware, software and associated peripherals.5. Network monitoring and troubleshooting.

    • IntraHealth International

      Aug 2016 - Feb 2017
      E-Learning Content Developer - USAID Funded FUNZOKenya Project

      1. Content conversion from source material to e-learning format in line with SCORM using Lectora and Articulate Storyline.2. Facilitation of training on the preparation of e-learning content for small groups and e-learning focal persons in the core areas of e-learning at various institutions of higher learning such as KMTC, Pwani University, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, among others.3. Administration of LMSs for various programmes whereby I deployed, uploaded and managed e-learning content (courses) in the Moodle LMS.4. Provision of continuous support to ensure that the e-learning platform is always available to all stakeholders at all times.5. Academic content development geared towards e-learning.6. Strategic consulting on e-learning for various academic institutions.7. Participate in content development capacity building activities including working with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure quality of e-learning content.8. Monitoring and evaluation of distance learning activities.9. Facilitated the learning for more than 10,000 learners (including health workers and health science students). Show less

    • Leumas Ventures

      Feb 2020 - now
      E-Learning Consultant

      1. Develop new online courses and convert existing courses into e-learning options from syllabus to final evaluation for clients.2. Recommend and research software, content creation and interactive media.3. Advise clients on the appropriate e-learning approaches to take in deploying their learning and development programmes.4. Create and maintain databases to track participants, feedback, and technical issues.5. Coordinate and maintain e-learning offerings and technical infrastructure and course design using suitable instructional design principles and learning theories.6. Moodle/Totara LMS development, customization and administration.7. Collaboration with various stakeholders (subject matter experts, graphic designers) in the development of e-learning courses.8. Since December 2020 I have been the Lead Moodle Consultant on a Moodle Pilot Project for the Ministry of National Education and Vocational Training of the Republic of Djibouti. The aim of the project is to support the delivery of blended learning in the face of COVID-19. This facilitated the learning for more than 200,000 pupils. Show less

    • AfroCloud Technologies

      Nov 2022 - Mar 2023
      E-Learning Specialist

      1. Liaise with management, instructional design leads and clients to define e-learning design requirements, scopes, and objectives that align with project goals.2. Develop online learning materials.3. Collaborate with subject experts to develop course content.4. Analyse, update and refine existing online content.5. Write scripts for video and audio content.6. Work with technical staff to troubleshoot problems reported by users.7. Configure and set up the Learning Management Systems for existing clientele.8. Work with the sales team to conduct technical demonstrations of e-learning products9. Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders, providing day-to-day contact on project status and changes. Show less

    • Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)

      Jan 2023 - Apr 2023
      E-Learning Officer

      1. Instructional designer within a multidisciplinary team.2. Adaptation of learning solutions based on user needs.3. Design and development of learning material. 4. Integration of learning material into the TEMBO Learning Ecosystem.5. Development of rapid prototypes.6. Maintenance and update of ongoing learning solutions.7. Management of the TEMBO E-Learning Platform.8. Evaluation of the effectiveness of learning products. 9. Collaboration with subject matters experts (SMEs) in the definition of learning resources. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Exhibition Judge (Tech Category)

      Issued by Young Scientists Kenya on Oct 2022
      Young Scientists KenyaAssociated with Samuel Onyoso