BWHI CAREERS

Organizational Overview

The Black Women's Health Imperative (BWHI) is the nation's first and only nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing health equity and social justice for Black women across the lifespan. Through evidence-based education, advocacy, research, and leadership development, BWHI equips individuals, organizations, and communities with the knowledge and skills needed to improve health outcomes and address systemic inequities.

As part of its commitment to scalable learning and workforce development, BWHI seeks to expand its digital learning ecosystem through the LearnWorlds Learning Management System (LMS). BWHI has developed and continues to develop curricula, training materials, toolkits, and educational resources that support leadership development, health equity, maternal health, workforce readiness, community engagement, and organizational transformation.

BWHI seeks a qualified Instructional Design partner to transform existing content into engaging, interactive, learner-centered digital experiences that improve knowledge retention, skill acquisition, behavioral change, and measurable learning outcomes.

Scope of Services

BWHI seeks a Learning Content Instructional Designer or Instructional Design firm with demonstrated expertise in adult learning, e-learning development, behavioral learning science, and LearnWorlds LMS implementation.

The selected vendor will be expected to:

Curriculum Transformation ○ Review and assess existing curricula, facilitator guides, presentations, reports, videos, and educational resources.

• Convert instructor-led and static content into engaging self-paced digital learning experiences.
• Align content with adult learning principles and evidence-based instructional design methodologies.

LearnWorlds Course Development ○ Design and build learning pathways within LearnWorlds LMS.

• Configure course structures, modules, lessons, and learner journeys.
• Optimize learning experiences for desktop and mobile environments.
• Implement accessibility and inclusive learning standards.

Interactive Learning Components

• Develop engaging learning experiences including:
• Interactive scenarios
• Branching decision-making exercises
• Reflection activities
• Knowledge checks
• Gamification elements

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• Downloadable resources
• Video-based learning interactions
• Discussion prompts
• Guided practice exercises

Skills Development and Assessment Design

Create:

• Skills builders and applied learning activities
• Competency-based learning exercises
• Skills assessments
• Scenario-based assessments
• Capstone learning activities
• Knowledge evaluations
• Pre- and post-assessments

Behavioral Assessment and Learning Measurement

Design and implement:

• Behavioral self-assessments
• Leadership and professional development assessments
• Readiness assessments
• Learner confidence measures
• Behavioral intention surveys
• Learning impact measurement tools
• Course evaluation instruments

Reporting and Analytics Alignment

• Configure learner progress tracking.
• Align assessments with measurable learning outcomes.
• Design reporting frameworks to support learner success metrics.
• Provide recommendations for ongoing course optimization.

Quality Assurance

• Conduct testing of all learning modules.
• Validate functionality across devices and browsers.
• Ensure all assessments, interactions, and media function properly within LearnWorlds.

Deliverables

At minimum, the selected vendor shall provide:

Planning and Design

• Learning strategy and course design plan
• Learning objectives and competency framework
• Course architecture and learner journey maps

Course Development

• Fully developed LearnWorlds courses
• Interactive learning experiences
• Skills-building exercises
• Assessments and evaluation instruments
• Behavioral assessment tools

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Documentation

• Storyboards and design documentation
• Assessment blueprints
• Content management guides
• LMS administration guidance

Final Deliverables

• Fully functional courses deployed in LearnWorlds LMS
• Tested and approved learning modules
• Source files and editable assets
• Final project report and recommendations

1.4 Desired Qualifications

The ideal vendor will demonstrate:

Organizational Experience

• Minimum five (5) years of instructional design experience
• Experience developing online learning for nonprofit, healthcare, public health, workforce development, leadership development, or DEI-related initiatives
• Experience working with adult learners

Technical Expertise

• Proven experience with LearnWorlds LMS (preferred)
• Experience with learning management systems and course authoring tools
• Knowledge of SCORM, xAPI, and e-learning best practices
• Multimedia content development capabilities

Instructional Design Expertise

• Adult learning theory
• Learning experience design (LXD)
• Competency-based education
• Behavioral science applications
• Assessment and evaluation design
• Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
• Accessibility standards (WCAG)

Submission Requirements

Interested vendors should submit (Additional detail provided in Appendix A):

Cover Sheet

A. Organizational Qualifications

Include:

a. Company overview b. Years in business c. Team structure and key personnel d. Relevant instructional design experience e. LearnWorlds experience f. Sample projects and portfolio

B. Technical Approach

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Include:

a. Instructional design methodology b. Course development process c. Quality assurance process d. Assessment design approach e. Behavioral learning measurement approach

C. References a. Provide at least three client references.

D. Budget and Project Timeline

Include:

a. Proposed pricing structure b. Staffing plan c. Estimated timeline d. Deliverables schedule

Evaluation Criteria

At BWHI, we are always inspired by the talented professionals who are passionate about advancing health equity and improving outcomes for Black women and girls.

While we may not have a current opening that aligns with your background, we recognize that exceptional talent comes with a wide range of experiences, skills, and perspectives. We welcome you to submit your information and resume to join our BWHI Talent Community for future consideration.

By joining our Talent Community, you will:

• Share your experience and interests with our team.
• Be considered for future opportunities that align with your background.
• Stay connected to our mission and organizational growth.

Please note that joining our Talent Community is not an application for a specific position and does not guarantee employment or future contact. Due to the volume of interest we receive, we may not be able to respond to every submission or reach out unless a role becomes available that closely matches your qualifications and experience.

We encourage individuals from diverse professional backgrounds, including health advocacy, public health, policy, research, programs, communications, operations, development, marketing, finance, human resources, technology, and administration, to introduce themselves.

The movement for health equity requires many voices, perspectives, and talents. Even when there is not an immediate opportunity, we value the chance to connect with individuals who share our commitment to advancing the health and well-being of Black women and girls.

Thank you for your interest in BWHI and for the work you do to create healthier, more equitable communities. We are grateful for your desire to support our mission and look forward to learning more about you. If you haven't already, please join the movement and sign up for our newsletter at www.bwhi.org.

With appreciation,

Black Women’s Health Imperative

ABOUT BLACK WOMEN’S HEALTH IMPERATIVE (BWHI)

Location: Fully Remote, within the United States

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

BWHI is the only national organization dedicated solely to solving the most urgent health issues facing Black women and girls. For over 40 years, we have advanced evidence-based programs, informed policy, and translated research to action, working alongside communities and decision-makers to deliver systemic change.

Mission: To solve the most critical health issues that Black women and girls face through innovative programs, transformative research, and life-saving policies.

Approach: BWHI brings the challenges and disparities affecting Black women and girls to the forefront of national conversation, integrating science, advocacy, and action to eliminate barriers to wellness.

• We Advocate – Advocate for policies that improve health outcomes for Black women and families.
• We Educate and Train – Educate and train the next generation of leaders who will build the Black women’s health movement.
• We Amplify – Amplify the voices of Black women to shift public perception and policies for social change.
• We Mobilize and Engage – Mobilize and engage women and organizations to pursue greater opportunities for gender and racial justice.
• We Promote – Promote evidence and practice-based lifestyle change models that provide strategies for individuals and families to address health inequities.
• We Synthesize, Translate, and Disseminate – Synthesize, translate, and disseminate information and research findings to strengthen the knowledge base on Black women’s health.

We're proud to be 2026 Great Place to Work® Certified

Typical Personal Attributes

• Mission-Driven & Equity-Centered Anchored in a deep commitment to health justice and advancing outcomes for Black women and girls; integrates equity and cultural relevance into all aspects of strategy and storytelling.
• Inclusive Communicator Skilled at engaging diverse audiences across generations, regions, and sectors; ensures that messaging reflects lived experience and resonates with both community and institutional stakeholders.
• Strategic Executor Translates big-picture vision into clear, measurable actions; balances bold creativity with operational excellence to deliver high-impact campaigns and initiatives.
• Collaborative & Trustworthy Leader Builds strong, cross-functional relationships rooted in transparency, accountability, and shared purpose; fosters a culture of mutual respect, feedback, and execution.
• Results-Oriented & Resourceful Balances creativity with accountability; finds innovative solutions, maximizes available tools, and thrives even when navigating constraints or competing priorities..
• Culturally Fluent & Audience-Aware Brings a deep understanding of language, tone, and context; ensures brand voice is both mission-aligned and responsive to the needs, values, and experiences of Black women and girls.
• Composed & Discerning Under Pressure Operates with professionalism, discretion, and clarity in high-stakes or fast-paced environments; anticipates challenges and navigates public-facing issues with confidence and care.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Physical Requirements:

Primarily computer-based work with extended periods of sitting. Occasional light lifting (up to 15 lbs.) for materials or event setup. Ability to travel domestically up to 25% of the time, including overnight trips.

Work Environment & Availability:

• Location: Fully remote; must maintain a quiet, professional home office environment
• Standard work hours are 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST, Monday through Friday, with availability for core hours between 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST.
• Flexibility to work outside standard hours on occasion for urgent matters, events, or time-sensitive activities.

As a remote-first employer, BWHI offers a competitive total rewards package, including medical, dental, vision and other wellness plans. Alongside, extensive paid time off, observance of 14 national holidays, retirement benefits, life insurance, monthly remote stipend, and an employee assistance program. Paid leave and comprehensive health insurance offered after completion of a probationary period.

BWHI is an Equal Employment Employer, committed to equity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at hr_admin@bwhi.org.