Director of Student Learning Design
International Baccalaureate
Director of Education Innovation
Salary: EUR 133,699 - 167,123 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
Job Type: Permanent, Full time
Location: Hybrid working opportunity from the following IB (International Baccalaureate®) Global Centre: The Hague (Netherlands)
About the IB
If you're looking to work for a global organization with a meaningful mission, and with colleagues all over the world, then the International Baccalaureate® (IB) may have the ideal opportunity for you! The International Baccalaureate provides world-class educational services to over 6,000 schools across 160 countries. A career at IB is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to work with an innovative world leader in education services and contribute to our 50-year mission of creating a better and more peaceful world. Apply now to join our global organization where we empower our employees to thrive and make a difference.
About the Job
The Director of Student Learning Design leads the development of the IB’s blueprint (specifications) for student learning – ensuring that curriculum, assessment, well-being and personal development are integrated into a coherent future-ready and human-centered learning experience. The Director ensures that the design of student learning is evidence-informed, globally relevant and developmentally coherent, supporting the IB mission of human and planetary flourishing in partnership within Education office and Community Office.
Director of Education Innovation Salary: EUR 133,699 - 167,123 per annum (negotiable depending on experience) Job Type: Permanent, Full time Location: Hybrid working opportunity from the following IB (International Baccalaureate®) Global Centre: The Hague (Netherlands)
About You
- Doctorate in Education with substantial experience leading Curriculum and/or Instruction design in an educational set up preferably in K12.
- Experience and deep skills in pedagogy is essential.
- An understanding of trends in designing programs for different kinds of learners is an highly preferred skill as is the understanding of (digital) assessment for learning and digital learning.
- Demonstrated success designing program models and selecting innovative programs
- Proficient in using technology as a management reporting tool and experience working with information technology staff to design program evaluation systems
- Ability to manage complex, multifaceted situations and initiatives as a senior leader resulting in measurable successes and program growth
- Experience of having worked with a high-performance, collaborative, constructive peer group
- Strength in hiring, recruiting, managing, developing, coaching, and retaining individuals and teams, empowering them to elevate their levels of responsibility, span-of-control and performance
- Demonstrated results in managing through complex systems and proven experience negotiating win-win agreements
- Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for IB’s mission
- Strategic mindset with the ability to drive future developments for the organization
- A proven commitment to international-mindedness and significant experience working with diverse cultures to achieve successful outcome
In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of regional benefits including:
- Annual Salary in the region of EUR 133,699 - 167,123 (negotiable dependent on experience)
- Relocation support and work permit sponsorship available
- 30 days annual leave
- Flexible benefits allowance equivalent to 1.5% of Annual Salary to spend on benefits or as addition to salary
- Flexible working (core hours are 10am-3.30pm), 40 hours per week
- Bicycle scheme
- IB Pension
- Life insurance 2x annual salary
- Travel and work from home allowance
- Health insurance allowance
- Disability insurance
Applications will be accepted until 16 December 11.55pm CET 2025.
We are committed to building a working environment that values respect, diversity, and compassion. The International Baccalaureate is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants.
Doctorate in Education with substantial experience leading Curriculum and/or Instruction design in an educational set up preferably in K12.
Experience and deep skills in pedagogy is a must.
An understanding of trends in designing programs for different kinds of learners is an highly preferred skill as is the understanding of (digital) assessment for learning and digital learning.
Demonstrated success designing program models and selecting innovative programs
Proficient in using technology as a management reporting tool and experience working with information technology staff to design program evaluation systems
Strong management skills managing complex, multifaceted situations and initiatives resulting in measurable successes and program growth
Experience having worked with a high-performance, collaborative, constructive peer group
Strength in hiring, recruiting, managing, developing, coaching, and retaining individuals and teams, empowering them to elevate their levels of responsibility, span-of-control and performance
Demonstrated results in managing through complex systems and proven experience negotiating win-win agreements
Excellent verbal and written communication skills (in English) with exceptional attention to details
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for IB’s mission
Leads strategic thinking to drive future developments for the organization
A proven commitment to international-mindedness and significant experience working with diverse cultures to achieve successful outcomes
We are committed to building a working environment that values respect, diversity, and compassion. The International Baccalaureate is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants.
Lead the design, integration, and innovation of all aspects of student learning and development across the IB continuum.
Ensure alignment of curriculum, competencies, well-being, inclusion, pedagogy, and technology.
Maintain a coherent and evidence-informed learning model, ensuring relevance to future challenges and learner diversity.
Oversee collaboration across N-3 departments and with other IB divisions (e.g., Evaluation, School Services, Community Office).
Act as the strategic anchor to balance specialization with integration, and authorize the structure and composition of the team as needs evolve.
Must be an excellent and creative problem solver working across multi disciplines such as Research, School Design, Curriculum Development, as well as Assessment
Has the freedom to engage with a variety of colleagues across the IB particularly in the Community Office to keep an ear on the ground of how the learning needs of the students are being met
Encourages confidence in decision-making by balancing the need for analysis, consultation, judgment and ethics when making organizational level decision
Decisions made by this role serve as the blueprint and input for the development of curriculums and with impact on the IB programmes.
- Lead the design, integration, and innovation of all aspects of student learning and development across the IB continuum.
- Ensure alignment of curriculum, competencies, well-being, inclusion, pedagogy, and technology.
- Maintain a coherent and evidence-informed learning model, ensuring relevance to future challenges and learner diversity.
- Oversee collaboration across N-3 departments and with other IB divisions (e.g., Evaluation, School Services, Community Office).
- Act as the strategic anchor to balance specialization with integration, and authorize the structure and composition of the team as needs evolve.
- Significant decision-making authority within area of responsibility; responsible for implementing strategic initiatives, managing teams, and achieving business objectives.
- Operate with autonomy and senior leadership within own teams and collaborate with senior leadership of other Offices, in particular the Community, Partnership & Development Office.
- Resolve complex operational and strategic challenges within domain whilst optimizing processes, resolving conflicts, and driving organizational change.
