Associate, Special Projects (Remote)

About GiveDirectly

GiveDirectly (GD) is reshaping international giving by providing cash grants directly to the world's poorest populations. The organization aims to establish cash transfers as a benchmark for foreign aid—similar to how index funds revolutionized the financial industry—and accelerate the end of extreme poverty globally.

Since launching in 2011, GiveDirectly has raised over $1 billion and delivered cash to more than 2 million people across 15 different countries. The organization's impact-driven approach has earned recognition from leading publications including Fast Company, the New York Times Magazine, This American Life, Foreign Affairs, and The Economist. Research supported by GiveDirectly demonstrates strong positive outcomes for program recipients, validating the effectiveness of direct cash transfer models.

Role Overview

This Associate-level position reports to the Senior Manager of Philanthropy Special Projects and focuses on supporting special projects within the organization's strategic initiatives. As an Associate, you'll work in a collaborative, analytical environment that values candor, agility, and non-hierarchical teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and execution of special philanthropy projects aligned with GiveDirectly's mission
• Conduct research and analysis to inform strategic decision-making
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communication
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across GiveDirectly's global operations
• Contribute to data-driven insights that improve program effectiveness
• Support documentation and reporting for special initiatives

Work Environment & Culture

GiveDirectly's global team spans approximately 150 headquarters staff and 650 country operations team members across 21 countries, speaking 69 languages. The organization deliberately builds a culture that is candid, analytical, agile, and non-hierarchical, centering the people served in all decision-making. Team members include software engineers, humanitarian workers, management consultants, researchers, and field operations specialists.

The organization prioritizes high ownership, flexibility, peer support, professional development, and creating an inclusive environment where all team members can thrive and grow.

Location & Requirements

This role is fully remote but requires a minimum 3-hour daily overlap with East Africa timezone. Travel may be required for certain special projects. Please note: GiveDirectly is currently unable to sponsor or take over employment visa sponsorship in the U.S. or U.K.

Candidates should be familiar with GiveDirectly's core values, which emphasize centering beneficiaries, building ambitious and dynamic teams, and operating with genuine impact focus.

💰 Compensation not publicly listed. Market estimate for similar roles: from $80K, varying by experience and location.