Jobs and Opportunities at EdTech Hub
About EdTech Hub
Our goal is to empower people making decisions about technology in education.
Even before the Covid-19 pandemic, the global learning crisis was affecting millions of children around the world.
Technology could play a huge role in helping to solve this crisis, if used appropriately.
There are thousands of tools, products, services, and ideas for using technology in education. New ones appear almost every day. For decision-makers, the choices can be overwhelming. The EdTech Hub takes away that burden.
We do the research, to rigorous academic standards. We try out new ideas by supporting innovators. We advise partners as they plan and implement education programs, finding the right role for technology.
With EdTech Hub’s help, decision-makers inside and outside government can benefit from free access to high quality professional research and advice.
Current Opportunities
EdTech Hub Specialist Network: Maldives Consultant
About the EdTech Programme
R4D is the prime contractor for the FCDO Directorate for Research and Innovation Hub on Technology for Education (EdTech Hub) programme.
The aim of the EdTech Hub is to empower people by giving them the evidence they need to make decisions about technology in education as part of a global non-profit partnership focusing on research, innovation, and engagement.
EdTech Hub:
● Undertakes and funds robust and rigorous research in key topic areas
● Delivers support in up to seven core countries to develop and deliver Sandboxes to learn about technology in education in a specific environment
● Delivers Technical Advice and Helpdesk support to FCDO, UNICEF and World Bank advisors as well as government officials on technology in education
● Functions as a Hub and shares a range of Learning Products to make evidence available to a wide audience.
EdTech Hub is delivered through a consortium of R4D and five core sub-contractors as well as range of country and activity specific local and international sub-contractors. From a management perspective, it is a complex programme funded by multiple donors including various departments within the FCDO, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the World Bank and UNICEF.
What we’re looking for
EdTech Hub is looking to add technical experts to its Specialist Network, a global network of on-call education professionals. The Specialist Network contributes to the Hub’s overall mission to build and apply the global evidence base around the use of technology in education in a practical way that also supports decision-makers. Consultants who are part of the Specialist Network will be called on by EdTech Hub to carry out specific assignments based on their area(s) of expertise. Network members will also have opportunities to connect, network, and learn from their peers around the globe.
EdTech Hub seeks applicants with experience developing, implementing and / or evaluating education policies and programmes in the Maldives. Applicants based in country and who have deep knowledge of the national education and political landscapes are preferred.
EdTech Hub seeks to ensure equal opportunities and an inclusive working environment for all team members. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. We embrace diversity and difference.
Responsibilities
The Consultant will work with our Helpdesk and/or our Country Engagement teams and may have a range of responsibilities. These may include one or more of the following tasks:
- Prepare research or synthesise existing literature on country context and EdTech tools and innovations
- Prepare guidance materials, draft strategies and related policy advice related to EdTech for country government and donors
- Provide expert advice to country governments and their partners on EdTech issues
- Support education implementers to design-for-scale through rapid data collection and user testing of their models
- Develop and facilitate workshops comprising key stakeholders (government and development partners) to support capacity development and/or program and policy design
- Provide support to a new area of work that provides evidence-based technical input on the use of technology to support the design and implementation of EdTech initiatives in the Maldives.
- Given the flexible and demand-driven nature of the work, selection into the Hub Specialist Network does not guarantee a minimum amount of work. Consultants should clearly communicate their availability to allow for project planning.
Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of the education and political landscape of the Maldives.
- Preference for candidates based in Asia, with a strong preference for the Maldives
- Experience working and/or living in the Maldives is strongly preferred
- Expertise in digital learning and/or development of EdTech and education strategies, policies, and research/evaluation documents
- Experience working with ministries of education and/or multilateral and bilateral education funders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Highly collaborative and approachable
- Strong meeting facilitation, interpersonal, and project management skills
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Candidates from South Asia are strongly encouraged to apply.
EdTech Hub Specialist Network: Lesotho Consultant
About the EdTech Programme
R4D is the prime contractor for the FCDO Directorate for Research and Innovation Hub on Technology for Education (EdTech Hub) programme.
The aim of the EdTech Hub is to empower people by giving them the evidence they need to make decisions about technology in education as part of a global non-profit partnership focusing on research, innovation, and engagement.
EdTech Hub:
● Undertakes and funds robust and rigorous research in key topic areas
● Delivers support in up to seven core countries to develop and deliver Sandboxes to learn about technology in education in a specific environment
● Delivers Technical Advice and Helpdesk support to FCDO, UNICEF and World Bank advisors as well as government officials on technology in education
● Functions as a Hub and shares a range of Learning Products to make evidence available to a wide audience.
EdTech Hub is delivered through a consortium of R4D and five core sub-contractors as well as range of country and activity specific local and international sub-contractors. From a management perspective, it is a complex programme funded by multiple donors including various departments within the FCDO, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the World Bank and UNICEF.
What we’re looking for
EdTech Hub is looking to add technical experts to its Special Network, a global network of on-call education professionals. The Specialist Network contributes to the Hub’s overall mission to build and apply the global evidence base around the use of technology in education in a practical way that also supports decision-makers. Consultants who are part of the Specialist Network will be called on by EdTech Hub to carry out specific assignments based on their area(s) of expertise. Network members will also have opportunities to connect, network, and learn from their peers around the globe.
EdTech Hub seeks applicants with experience developing, implementing and / or evaluating education policies and programmes in Lesotho. Applicants based in Lesotho who have deep knowledge of the national education and political landscapes are preferred.
EdTech Hub seeks to ensure equal opportunities and an inclusive working environment for all team members. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. We embrace diversity and difference.
Through this role, EdTech Hub is seeking to continue building its presence in Pakistan by offering technical assistance and coordination support to strengthen approaches in using EdTech to enhance learning outcomes by co-leading the design and implementation of EdTech Hub’s country strategy in Pakistan.
Responsibilities
The Consultant will work with our Helpdesk and/or our Country Engagement teams and may have a range of responsibilities. These may include one or more of the following tasks:
- Prepare research or synthesise existing literature on country context and EdTech tools and innovations
- Prepare guidance materials, draft strategies and related policy advice related to EdTech for country government and donors
- Provide expert advice to country governments and their partners on EdTech issues
- Support education implementers to design-for-scale through rapid data collection and user testing of their models
- Develop and facilitate workshops comprising key stakeholders (government and development partners) to support capacity development and/or program and policy design
- Provide support to a new area of work that provides evidence-based technical input on the use of technology to support the design and implementation of EdTech initiatives in Lesotho
- Given the flexible and demand-driven nature of the work, selection into the Hub Specialist Network does not guarantee a minimum amount of work. Consultants should clearly communicate their availability to allow for project planning.
Required Skills
- Extensive knowledge of the education and political landscape of Lesotho
- Preference for candidates based in Southern Africa, with a strong preference for Lesotho
- Experience working and/or living in Southern Africa is strongly preferred
- Expertise in digital learning and/or development of EdTech and education strategies, policies, and research/evaluation documents
- Experience working with ministries of education and/or multilateral and bilateral education funders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Highly collaborative and approachable
- Strong meeting facilitation, interpersonal, and project management skills
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Candidates from Southern Africa are strongly encouraged to apply.
EdTech Hub Specialist Network: Lao PDR Consultant
About the EdTech Programme
R4D is the prime contractor for the FCDO Directorate for Research and Innovation Hub on Technology for Education (EdTech Hub) programme.
The aim of the EdTech Hub is to empower people by giving them the evidence they need to make decisions about technology in education as part of a global non-profit partnership focusing on research, innovation, and engagement.
EdTech Hub:
● Undertakes and funds robust and rigorous research in key topic areas
● Delivers support in up to seven core countries to develop and deliver Sandboxes to learn about technology in education in a specific environment
● Delivers Technical Advice and Helpdesk support to FCDO, UNICEF and World Bank advisors as well as government officials on technology in education
● Functions as a Hub and shares a range of Learning Products to make evidence available to a wide audience.
EdTech Hub is delivered through a consortium of R4D and five core sub-contractors as well as range of country and activity specific local and international sub-contractors. From a management perspective, it is a complex programme funded by multiple donors including various departments within the FCDO, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the World Bank and UNICEF.
What we’re looking for
EdTech Hub is looking to add technical experts to its Specialist Network, a global network of on-call education professionals. The Specialist Network contributes to the Hub’s overall mission to build and apply the global evidence base around the use of technology in education in a practical way that also supports decision-makers. Consultants who are part of the Specialist Network will be called on by EdTech Hub to carry out specific assignments based on their area(s) of expertise. Network members will also have opportunities to connect, network, and learn from their peers around the globe.
EdTech Hub seeks applicants with experience developing, implementing and / or evaluating education policies and programmes in Lao PDR. Applicants based in country and who have deep knowledge of the national education and political landscapes are preferred.
EdTech Hub seeks to ensure equal opportunities and an inclusive working environment for all team members. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. We embrace diversity and difference.
Responsibilities
The Consultant will work with our Helpdesk and/or our Country Engagement teams and may have a range of responsibilities. These may include one or more of the following tasks:
- Prepare research or synthesise existing literature on country context and EdTech tools and innovations
- Prepare guidance materials, draft strategies and related policy advice related to EdTech for country government and donors
- Provide expert advice to country governments and their partners on EdTech issues
- Support education implementers to design-for-scale through rapid data collection and user testing of their models
- Develop and facilitate workshops comprising key stakeholders (government and development partners) to support capacity development and/or program and policy design
- Provide support to a new area of work that provides evidence-based technical input on the use of technology to support the design and implementation of EdTech initiatives in Lao PDR.
- Given the flexible and demand-driven nature of the work, selection into the Hub Specialist Network does not guarantee a minimum amount of work. Consultants should clearly communicate their availability to allow for project planning.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of the education and political landscape of Lao PDR
- Preference for candidates based in Asia, with a strong preference for Lao PDR
- Experience working and/or living in Lao PDR is strongly preferred
- Expertise in digital learning and/or development of EdTech and education strategies, policies, and research/evaluation documents
- Experience working with ministries of education and/or multilateral and bilateral education funders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Highly collaborative and approachable
- Strong meeting facilitation, interpersonal, and project management skills
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Candidates from South East Asia are strongly encouraged to apply.
EdTech Hub Specialist Network: Guinea-Bissau Consultant
About the EdTech Programme
R4D is the prime contractor for the FCDO Directorate for Research and Innovation Hub on Technology for Education (EdTech Hub) programme.
The aim of the EdTech Hub is to empower people by giving them the evidence they need to make decisions about technology in education as part of a global non-profit partnership focusing on research, innovation, and engagement.
EdTech Hub:
● Undertakes and funds robust and rigorous research in key topic areas
● Delivers support in up to seven core countries to develop and deliver Sandboxes to learn about technology in education in a specific environment
● Delivers Technical Advice and Helpdesk support to FCDO, UNICEF and World Bank advisors as well as government officials on technology in education
● Functions as a Hub and shares a range of Learning Products to make evidence available to a wide audience.
EdTech Hub is delivered through a consortium of R4D and five core sub-contractors as well as range of country and activity specific local and international sub-contractors. From a management perspective, it is a complex programme funded by multiple donors including various departments within the FCDO, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the World Bank and UNICEF.
What we’re looking for
EdTech Hub is looking to add technical experts to its Specialist Network, a global network of on-call education professionals. The Specialist Network contributes to the Hub’s overall mission to build and apply the global evidence base around the use of technology in education in a practical way that also supports decision-makers. Consultants who are part of the Specialist Network will be called on by EdTech Hub to carry out specific assignments based on their area(s) of expertise. Network members will also have opportunities to connect, network, and learn from their peers around the globe.
EdTech Hub seeks applicants with experience developing, implementing and / or evaluating education policies and programmes in Guinea-Bissau. Applicants based in country and who have deep knowledge of the national education and political landscapes are preferred.
EdTech Hub seeks to ensure equal opportunities and an inclusive working environment for all team members. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. We embrace diversity and difference.
Responsibilities
The Consultant will work with our Helpdesk and/or our Country Engagement teams and may have a range of responsibilities. These may include one or more of the following tasks:
- Prepare research or synthesise existing literature on country context and EdTech tools and innovations
- Prepare guidance materials, draft strategies and related policy advice related to EdTech for country government and donors
- Provide expert advice to country governments and their partners on EdTech issues
- Support education implementers to design-for-scale through rapid data collection and user testing of their models
- Develop and facilitate workshops comprising key stakeholders (government and development partners) to support capacity development and/or program and policy design
- Provide support to a new area of work that provides evidence-based technical input on the use of technology to support the design and implementation of EdTech initiatives in Guinea-Bissau.
- Given the flexible and demand-driven nature of the work, selection into the Hub Specialist Network does not guarantee a minimum amount of work. Consultants should clearly communicate their availability to allow for project planning.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of the education and political landscape of Guinea-Bissau
- Preference for candidates based in Africa, with a strong preference for Guinea-Bissau
- Experience working and/or living in Guinea-Bissau is strongly preferred
- Expertise in digital learning and/or development of EdTech and education strategies, policies, and research/evaluation documents
- Experience working with ministries of education and/or multilateral and bilateral education funders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Portuguese
- Highly collaborative and approachable
- Strong meeting facilitation, interpersonal, and project management skills
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Candidates from Africa are strongly encouraged to apply.
Request for proposals to conduct learning assessments in primary schools in Oyo State, Nigeria
About EdTech Hub
EdTech Hub is seeking a research partner with whom to conduct learning assessments in primary schools in Oyo State, Nigeria. The research will take place over 4 months, from May to August 2025, with the possibility of a longer-term research partnership following the initial contract. This document outlines the key details of the research and how interested parties can respond to the tender.
Please note that the successful contractor will be contracted by R4D on behalf of the EdTech Hub.
The EdTech Hub is currently working with EIDU, its donor partner, to finalise contractual arrangements. This request for proposals to conduct learning assessments in primary schools in Oyo State, Nigeria, is subject to donor contract signature.
Summary of the Research Project
EdTech Hub is partnering with EIDU – a leading EdTech provider – to conduct implementation research alongside EIDU’s roll-out of their digital personalised learning (DPL) programme to government pre-primary and primary schools in Oyo State, Nigeria. The first phase of this partnership involves conducting baseline assessments in primary schools.
EdTech Hub is seeking to partner with a research organisation or data collection agency in Nigeria to conduct these assessments, details of which are outlined below:
- Location: government primary schools in Oyo State, Nigeria.
- Sample: approximately 150 schools, assessing 15 students per school . Please note the sample will be confirmed by the donor once the donor contract is signed.
- 5 students from Grade 1
- 5 students from Grade 2
- 5 students from Grade 3
- Assessment battery: assessments will likely be conducted using the EGRA and EGMA assessment tools, adapted for the Nigerian context.
- Dates: data collection will take place in July 2025 (ideally over a two-week period) at the end of the 2024-25 school year.
A provisional timeline for the research is outlined below. Following the conclusion of this contract, there is the possibility of a longer-term research partnership if further research funding is secured.
| Research activity | Anticipated timeline |
|---|---|
| Contracting | May 2025 |
| Data collection design and logistics | June 2025 |
| Enumerator training | Early July 2025 |
| Assessments | July 2025 |
| Data cleaning and analysis | August 2025 |
Research Activities and Requirements
The research partner will be responsible for conducting the following activities:
- Attending regular online meetings throughout the research period with EdTech Hub colleagues and managing communications with key research stakeholders
- Supporting the design of the assessment tools, including the possible translation of data collection resources
- Adaptation of assessment tools to the Nigerian context. RD4/ EdTech Hub will review and approve this tool before work commences.
- Provide in-country support with submitting an ethics application to an IRB and any other required research permits.
- Recruiting and managing a team of enumerators
- Leading training of enumerators to prepare for assessments
- Overseeing the logistics of assessments, including daily data collection tracking
- Producing a short data collection report post-assessments
Please outline in your proposal response whether you can provide additional services, as noted below. Please ensure these are costed separately:
- Managing the set-up of data collection software (specifically Tangerine and Kobo)
- Cleaning the dataset
- Conducting an initial analysis of the data
It is essential that all research activities adhere to quality standards and ethical practices (including obtaining informed consent) and that all reasonable measures are taken to safeguard research participants and contractors. Data will be stored securely according to data protection guidelines and contractual obligations.
Tender Response Guidelines
Responses to this research tender will be assessed on a technical and financial basis. Applicants are required to follow the Request for Proposal format.
Offerors must submit an offer to this RFP no later than Wednesday, 15 May 2025, by 6pm GMT.
The offer should be sent to opportunities@edtechhub.org with the subject line ‘Request for proposals to conduct learning assessments in primary schools in Oyo State, Nigeria’.
