Mid-Career Residency Programs at the Global School Leaders (GSL) in Education Nonprofit (remote opportunities): Apply Now!!
Global School Leaders (GSL) offers the Mid-Career Resident Program to provide meaningful work experiences for professionals re-entering the workforce or transitioning into the nonprofit sector. This program is specifically designed for those who have been out of the workforce for a period or who are looking to make a difference in educational development within the Global South.
Key Features of the GSL Mid-Career Resident Program
The Mid-Career Resident Program enables residents to take ownership of projects that significantly contribute to GSL’s mission while enhancing their skills and knowledge. Key elements include:
- Project Ownership: Residents are assigned or choose projects that they can significantly contribute to, gaining hands-on experience and deepening their expertise.
- Professional Learning: Residents benefit from learning opportunities beyond their project work, gaining insights into nonprofit operations within the education sector.
- Mentorship: A dedicated mentor guides each resident through the residency, providing valuable feedback and career development support.
Please Note: This is a short-term role and does not guarantee future employment. However, residents become part of the GSL network and are notified about future opportunities.
Mid-Career Resident Roles
GSL offers residency roles in two primary teams, each with distinct goals and qualifications:
1. School Leadership Development Resident
Program team | Remote, 3 Months
This role involves creating resources that integrate academic research with best practices, aimed at enhancing student outcomes. Key qualifications for this role include:
Required Qualifications (we will use these in our screening process; if you do not meet each of these, you will be denied)
- Living in Africa or Asia (preferably South-East Asia).
- At least five years experience working in schools, preferably under-resourced schools.
- At least three years experience in school leadership OR experience supporting school leaders.
- Deep understanding of education in the Global South.
- Experience designing learning resources for adults.
- Demonstrated evidence of distilling information from multiple sources and complex topics in a clear way.
- Fluent in English.
- Ability to commit to part-time work from around January 2025–March 2025 (exact beginning and end dates are flexible).
- Ability to devote 10–15 hours per week to GSL projects with some early morning or late evening calls (some weeks might be heavier or lighter).
Preferred Qualifications (these will not be used for screening purposes; if you feel you have some but not all of these, you are still encouraged to apply)
- Some experience with branding and design.
- Experience conducting desk research.
- Experience working in self-directed roles.
Working Remotely
- You will work around 10–15 hours each week, with some weeks requiring more time than others.
- You must have internet access and access to a computer. These will not be provided for you.
- You will have little supervision and will be expected to own your work independently.
- Because there is little supervision, you will need to be proactive about reaching out for help, asking questions, and scheduling time to talk to others on the team as needed.
- Your working times can be flexible, but you will need to work with your manager to align your schedules. For example, you will not be able to work exclusively on weekends and you may need to have calls outside of typical working hours to account for the different time zones across our team.
- You will be paid hourly and are expected to keep track of your time and submit timesheets and invoices. Your manager will review your time to ensure it is in line with the tasks you have completed.
2. Policy and Expansion Resident
Expansion team | Remote, 6 Months
This role supports GSL’s expansion by researching and identifying partnership opportunities across Africa and Asia. Key qualifications for this role include:
Required Qualifications (we will use these in our screening process; if you do not meet each of these, you will be denied)
- Located in Africa or Asia with significant experience and background knowledge of these regions.
- 6+ years of experience in public policy work (this can include time spent completing relevant education).
- Experience conducting desk research and writing clear reports to present findings.
- Understanding of policy change in the Global South.
- Experience of program implementation in the Global South.
- Fluent in English.
- Ability to commit to part-time work from around January 2025–June 2025 (exact beginning and end dates are flexible).
- Ability to devote 10–15 hours per week to GSL projects with some early morning or late evening calls (some weeks might be heavier or lighter).
Preferred Qualifications (these will not be used for screening purposes; if you feel you have some but not all of these, you are still encouraged to apply)
- Experience in building successful networks.
- Demonstrated ability to make connections across diverse contexts.
Working Remotely
- You will work around 10–15 hours each week, with some weeks requiring more time than others.
- You must have internet access and access to a computer. These will not be provided for you.
- You will have little supervision and will be expected to own your work independently.
- Because there is little supervision, you will need to be proactive about reaching out for help, asking questions, and scheduling time to talk to others on the team as needed.
- Your working times can be flexible, but you will need to work with your manager to align your schedules. For example, you will not be able to work exclusively on weekends and you may need to have calls outside of typical working hours to account for the different time zones across our team.
- You will be paid hourly and are expected to keep track of your time and submit timesheets and invoices. Your manager will review your time to ensure it is in line with the tasks you have completed.
Work Location, Remuneration, and Diversity Commitment
Residents can work from any location with appropriate work authorization. GSL values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. A modest hourly rate is paid to all residents based on the cost of living and purchasing power in their country/city. Residents will be paid an hourly wage determined using the same calculation that project/product managers within the organization are paid.
Child Safeguarding
GSL prioritizes child safeguarding, requiring all team members to adhere to our policies and complete background checks as necessary.
