Application Guide

How to Apply for RFQ - Instructional Designers for eLMS

at Evidence Action

🏢 About Evidence Action

Evidence Action is a unique nonprofit that scales cost-effective, evidence-based programs to reduce poverty across Africa and Asia. Their focus on rigorous data and measurable impact makes them a standout organization for mission-driven professionals. Working here means contributing to solutions that have been proven to work, directly improving millions of lives.

About This Role

This contract role involves designing self-paced eLearning courses for Evidence Action's internal LMS (Absorb), covering topics from policy compliance to soft skills. Your work will directly support staff development across multiple countries, ensuring employees have the training they need to deliver impactful programs. It's a chance to apply your instructional design skills to a global mission.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start by checking in with a subject matter expert on a new compliance topic, then storyboarding a module in Absorb Create. You could spend the afternoon reviewing user feedback from a recently launched soft skills course and iterating on the design. Throughout the day, you'll communicate asynchronously with the global team via Slack or email, ensuring your work aligns with organizational standards.

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🎯 Who Evidence Action Is Looking For

  • Proven experience developing eLearning courses, specifically with Absorb Create or similar tools that export SCORM/xAPI-compatible formats.
  • Ability to create engaging content on diverse topics (compliance, policy, soft skills) for an adult learner audience.
  • Familiarity with LMS platforms, ideally Absorb, and understanding of how to structure courses for self-paced delivery.
  • Experience working remotely and collaborating with subject matter experts across different time zones.

📝 Tips for Applying to Evidence Action

1

Tailor your portfolio to show eLearning samples on compliance or policy topics, not just academic courses.

2

Highlight any experience with Absorb Create or mention your ability to quickly learn new authoring tools.

3

In your cover letter, connect your work to Evidence Action's mission by giving an example of how training improved program outcomes.

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If you have experience in international development or nonprofit sectors, emphasize that in your application.

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Ensure your resume clearly lists technical skills (authoring tools, LMS) and includes metrics like courses developed or completion rates.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Emphasize your experience creating compliance and soft skills eLearning, as those are key topics mentioned.', 'Show your proficiency with Absorb Create or similar tools, and your ability to export compatible formats.', "Demonstrate understanding of Evidence Action's evidence-based approach and how your instructional design can support staff effectiveness.", 'Mention your ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote contract setting.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read about Evidence Action's key programs (e.g., Deworm the World, Safe Water Now) to understand their operational context.
  • → Explore their website's 'Careers' and 'Our Approach' sections to grasp their evidence-based culture.
  • → Search for any case studies or blog posts about their staff training initiatives or use of technology.
  • → Look up Absorb LMS and Absorb Create to understand the platform's features and limitations.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through how you would design a compliance course for a global audience with different cultural contexts.
2 How do you ensure learner engagement in self-paced eLearning without instructor interaction?
3 Describe your experience with Absorb Create or a similar tool. What are its strengths and limitations?
4 How do you collaborate with subject matter experts who are not instructional designers?
5 How do you measure the effectiveness of your eLearning courses? Give an example.
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic portfolio with no eLearning samples or only face-to-face training materials.
  • Ignoring the specific authoring tool requirement; avoid applying if you have no experience with compatible software.
  • Not tailoring the cover letter to Evidence Action's mission; a generic nonprofit cover letter won't stand out.

📅 Application Timeline

⏰ Deadline: June 24, 2026

We recommend applying at least a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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