IEMA - International Education Management Agency
Senior Advisory Board Member (Development Finance & Institutional Investment)
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Senior Advisory Board Member (Development Finance & Institutional Investment)
IEMA – International Education Management Agency
Remote | Global
Voluntary
About the Role
The International Education Management Agency (IEMA) is convening a global Advisory Board to support its work at the intersection of education systems, capital allocation, and long-term development outcomes.
We are inviting senior professionals with experience in multilateral development institutions, development finance, and global institutional investment to contribute in a non-executive advisory capacity.
This role is intended for individuals who bring a system-level perspective on how capital can be structured and deployed to support sustainable, scalable improvements in education access, quality, and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic input on financing approaches relevant to education systems
- Contribute perspectives on blended finance, capital structuring, and public-private engagement models
- Support the development of institutional partnerships and cross-sector collaboration
- Participate in periodic advisory discussions and thematic consultations
- Offer insight to inform IEMA’s long-term strategic direction and programme design
Time Commitment
- Flexible and compatible with existing senior-level responsibilities
- Engagement through periodic virtual consultations and discussions
- Optional participation in targeted working groups or strategic initiatives
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About IEMA
IEMA is a global initiative focused on addressing structural challenges within education systems, with particular emphasis on scale, financing, and delivery models.
Its work brings together stakeholders across policy, investment, and implementation, with the aim of supporting more coordinated and outcome-oriented approaches to education development.
By 2036, IEMA aims to contribute to initiatives impacting over 140 million learners globally.
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking individuals with senior experience from institutions such as:
- World Bank Group (including IBRD and IDA)
- International Finance Corporation (IFC)
- Asian Development Bank (ADB)
- African Development Bank (AfDB)
- Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)
- Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)
- European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
- Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) / Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC)
As well as professionals from leading global institutional investors, including:
- BlackRock, Vanguard, State Street Global Advisors
- Temasek, GIC, ADIA, Mubadala, PIF
- CPP Investments, CDPQ, APG, Norges Bank Investment Management
- Global pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, and large-scale impact investment platforms
Why Join IEMA
- Contribute to a global, cross-sector dialogue on education financing and system transformation
- Engage with a network of senior practitioners across institutions and regions
- Support the development of approaches aimed at improving scale, coordination, and long-term effectiveness
- Participate in a long-term initiative focused on practical, system-level impact
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Additional Information
This is a voluntary advisory role and does not constitute employment or a fiduciary position.
Engagement is non-binding and consultative in nature, with no operational or governance obligations.
Our Vision
IEMA’s long-term ambition is to support more effective alignment between capital and education outcomes at scale.
By 2036, this work is expected to contribute to initiatives impacting over 140 million learners globally.
Participation in the Advisory Board reflects a shared interest in advancing credible, collaborative, and system-level approaches to global education development.
Application Process
If you are interested in contributing to how capital shapes the future of education:
- Apply via LinkedIn Easy Apply
- Submit your CV along with a brief note outlining your relevant investment and institutional experience
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
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