Higher Education & Digital Learning Experts (Consultant)

IREX

3d•Remote

About The Position

Call for Higher Education & Digital Learning Experts (Consultant) Organization: International Research and Exchanges Board (IREX) Issue Date: January 26, 2026 Application Deadline: Rolling (priority given to early applicants) Anticipated Start: February–March 2026 Engagement Type: Project-based consultancy (with potential for repeat engagements) Location: Remote (global candidates welcome) Areas of Expertise We Are Seeking We are looking for professionals with strong experience in one or more of the following areas: Global Higher Education Partnerships & Exchange Design and implementation of internationalization strategies Development and facilitation of transnational higher education partnerships Quality assurance in international academic collaborations Design and facilitation of: Study abroad programs Student exchange initiatives Faculty exchange programs Experience working across institutions, governments, or international education networks Pedagogy, Instructional Design & Curriculum Development Curriculum design for higher education, professional learning, or workforce development Instructional design for in-person, online, and blended environments Outcomes-based learning design Assessment frameworks and learning evaluation Faculty development and instructional capacity-building AI Integration & Digital Learning Transformation Design and implementation of digital learning strategies Experience with eLearning and hybrid/blended learning models Hands-on experience with Learning Management Systems such as: Moodle Canvas Blackboard Or similar platforms Integration of AI tools into teaching, learning, and institutional workflows Digital transformation of academic programs or education organizations Ideal Candidate Profile Successful consultants will typically bring: 7+ years of relevant experience across education, consulting, or institutional leadership Experience working with: Universities Ministries of Education Foundations International NGOs EdTech companies Ability to operate both strategically (designing frameworks, strategies, models) and practically (implementation, facilitation, delivery) Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders Comfort working in project-based, remote, and cross-cultural environments Engagement Model Consultants may be engaged for: Short-term advisory projects Program design engagements Strategy development Workshops and facilitation Partnership development support Engagements may range from a few days to multi-month projects Remote delivery with occasional international stakeholder engagement How to Express Interest If this aligns with your background, please send: A CV highlighting relevant education, partnerships, or digital learning experience A short note describing: Your areas of expertise Geographic experience Availability Typical consulting rates (optional at this stage) NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

Requirements

7+ years of relevant experience across education, consulting, or institutional leadership
Experience working with: Universities, Ministries of Education, Foundations, International NGOs, EdTech companies
Ability to operate both strategically (designing frameworks, strategies, models) and practically (implementation, facilitation, delivery)
Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders
Comfort working in project-based, remote, and cross-cultural environments