GiveDirectly is hiring a Manager Legal, Risk & Compliance

About GiveDirectly GiveDirectly seeks to transform international aid by providing direct cash transfers to the world's most economically vulnerable populations. The organization aims to establish cash transfers as a benchmark for foreign aid, potentially eliminating the poverty gap more effectively than traditional intervention methods. Since its establishment in 2011, GiveDirectly has raised over $1B and delivered cash assistance to more than 1.5 million individuals across 15 countries. The organization has gained recognition from prominent media outlets like Fast Company, New York Times Magazine, and The Economist for its innovative approach to humanitarian support. The organization boasts a global team of approximately 150 staff and 650 country operations professionals, representing 21 countries and speaking 69 languages. Their workforce includes diverse professionals from backgrounds such as software engineering, humanitarian work, management consulting, and public service. GiveDirectly's culture emphasizes candid communication, analytical thinking, agility, and a non-hierarchical structure. Their core values prioritize centering the communities they serve, creating a dynamic and high-performing environment, and fostering professional growth opportunities. Location: Fully remote position requiring East Africa timezone overlap of at least 3 hours. No visa sponsorship available in U.S. or U.K. Role Overview: Manager, Legal, Risk & Compliance This foundational role will strengthen GiveDirectly's governance systems by developing enterprise risk management frameworks, designing control structures, and establishing comprehensive risk assessment processes. The position will evolve from initially building risk management systems to supporting broader legal and compliance operations. Key Responsibilities: - Develop enterprise risk management framework - Create organizational risk register - Design comprehensive controls documentation - Coordinate quarterly risk review cycles - Integrate risk management into legal systems - Support ongoing compliance operations - Facilitate cross-functional governance alignment Candidate Requirements: - Strong alignment with organizational values - Systems-thinking approach - Risk management/compliance experience - Understanding of control and assurance concepts - Cross-functional collaboration skills - Clear communication abilities - Excellent judgment and discretion - Proven follow-through capabilities Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree required - Advanced degree preferred (JD, MPA, MBA) - 3-5 years relevant experience - Nonprofit/international organization background preferred - Strong project management skills - Comfort with ambiguous environments - English language proficiency - French or Portuguese preferred Compensation Philosophy: GiveDirectly commits to competitive, equitable compensation using third-party salary aggregators to ensure packages fall within the 75th percentile of comparable roles. Benefits: - Supportive team environment - Professional development opportunities - Competitive salary with bonus - Robust health benefits - Flexible paid time off - Learning and development allowances Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusive hiring practices and organizational safeguarding.