Apply on company website Fully remote; must overlap with East Africa timezone by at least 3 hours Remote (Global) USD 74,900 / year

GiveDirectly is hiring an Associate, Special Projects (Remote)

Support high-impact fundraising efforts by contributing to the design and execution of tailored donor engagements. You'll collaborate directly with leadership and teams across Programs, Research, and Finance to shape compelling materials, track emerging opportunities, and ensure seamless coordination of special initiatives.

What You'll Do

  • Develop pitch documents, briefing memos, and engagement strategies for major donors and partners
  • Coordinate input from multiple internal teams to align project goals and deliverables
  • Conduct targeted research to identify new funding prospects and strategic pathways
  • Scope early-stage ideas by gathering data, analyzing trends, and surfacing actionable insights
  • Maintain systems for tracking donor interactions, project timelines, and team workflows in Salesforce
  • Ensure donor experiences reflect organizational values through thoughtful planning and follow-up
  • Document lessons learned and help refine processes to strengthen future project outcomes

Requirements

  • Deep alignment with core values: emotional intelligence, inclusivity, problem solving, and accountability
  • Proven ability to manage complex priorities in fast-moving environments such as startups, consulting, or nonprofits
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organizational discipline, and consistent follow-through
  • Minimum of three years of professional experience in performance-driven settings
  • Strong communication skills for crafting clear, impactful external materials
  • Adaptability in shifting priorities and evolving project scopes
  • Passion for advancing direct giving and expanding the reach of evidence-based aid
  • Experience using AI tools to enhance research, documentation, or workflow efficiency

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage tailored to your country of residence
  • Flexible paid time off with encouragement to use it fully
  • Stipends for home office setup and professional development
  • Annual benefits allowance (US: $21,393; UK: £2,760)
  • Performance bonus (10% of base salary, with potential for additional upside)
  • No negotiation policy to ensure pay equity across roles
  • Opportunities for career growth and high-impact ownership
  • Team retreats and supported travel for donor field visits (1–2 times per year)
Required Skills
Project ManagementProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsRemote CollaborationSalesforce
Job Details
Location Fully remote; must overlap with East Africa timezone by at least 3 hours
Work mode Remote (Global)
Salary USD 74,900 / year
Department Special Projects
Category other
Posted 5 months ago
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GiveDirectly aims to reshape international giving by providing cash grants directly to the world’s poorest, with the goal of establishing cash transfers as a benchmark for foreign aid and accelerating the end of extreme poverty.
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