Does IREX (International Research & Exchanges Board) pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, IREX (International Research & Exchanges Board) employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at IREX (International Research & Exchanges Board). This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at IREX (International Research & Exchanges Board)?

78% of IREX (International Research & Exchanges Board) employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated IREX (International Research & Exchanges Board) 3.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.9 for culture and values and 4.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at IREX (International Research & Exchanges Board)?

Program Associate (28) , Program Officer (26) , Program Coordinator (25) , Senior Program Officer (11) , Intern (5) , Director (4) , Program Assistant (4) , Consultant (3) , Intern - Hourly (3) , Anonymous (2) , MEL Specialist (2) , Manager (2) , Mid-Level Manager (2) , Officer (2) , Program Director (2)

What are the pros of working at IREX (International Research & Exchanges Board) according to real employee reviews?

"Great colleagues and office atmosphere" ((in 14 reviews)); "great people and very." ((in 13 reviews)); "Good benefits" ((in 8 reviews)); "Great teams of dedicated people" ((in 7 reviews)); "Great work environment." ((in 6 reviews))

What are the cons of working at IREX (International Research & Exchanges Board) according to real employee reviews?

"pay is low, programs can be severely demanding with limited staffing budgets" ((in 11 reviews)); "Salaries for junior staff low with higher work burden." ((in 11 reviews)); "Bad management, work overload, not family" ((in 8 reviews)); "ed and inflexible senior management." ((in 7 reviews)); "pressure, low compensation for the amount of work" ((in 5 reviews))

What are the top reviewed IREX (International Research & Exchanges Board) locations?

Washington , New York , Jordan , Palestine , Worlds , Remote

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Great place to work - Program Officer IREX (International Research & Exchanges Board) Employee Review

4.0

Oct 26, 2014

Program officer

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Pros

IREX has created a collegial work environment while managing a challenging set of projects. IREX is also comprised of capable, friendly, mission-driven field-based staff and the DC office (renovated in April 2013) is a great environment in which to work. I also really enjoyed the size of the org (roughly 100 in DC; 450 globally).

Cons

Though it has been known to pay less than other DC-based mid-sized NGOs, I certainly enjoyed my experience with this organization. Limited mobility for some less senior staff and a high degree of burnout in the Educations Program Division.

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5.0

Aug 20, 2025

Finance officer

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Pros

Strong team work Best mentorship Loyal employer Decent pay

Cons

I did not meet any cons

IREX (International Research & Exchanges Board) Response

7mo

Dear Former IREXer, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are glad to hear that you found your team members supportive and found mentorship and pay structures that met your expectations. Fostering a supportive and collaborative workspace where team members can thrive both professionally and personally is something we continually strive for, and it is encouraging to know that our efforts are making a difference. Thank you again for your contributions during your time at IREX. Wishing you much success in all of your future endeavors! Warm regards, IREX Global HR

2.0

Jul 6, 2026

Anonymous employee

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Pros

Flexibility for expectant parents and parents of young children.

Cons

A few years ago, the organization spoke boldly about empowering youth and championing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Yet over the past 18 months, it has quietly erased every reference to those commitments from its mission, values, and strategic focus. In a bid to align with the current administration, the organization has shifted its focus to artificial intelligence (AI), and its leadership team now reflects the administration's priorities. It presents as very inauthentic when it mutes the equity-driven efforts it once claimed were central to its identity.

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