Advisor, AI Global Policy & Advocacy
Quick answer
The Gates Foundation is hiring a senior Advisor, AI Global Policy & Advocacy (Seattle, WA or Washington, DC) with a salary range of $267,000 to $413,800 USD, to lead the foundation's AI public goods portfolio and coordinate efforts across teams.
- Role
- Advisor, AI Global Policy & Advocacy
- Organization
- The Gates Foundation
- Location
- Seattle, WA or Washington, DC (with some flexibility for US-domestic remote work)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $267,000 to $413,800 USD, with a range of $293,600 to $455,200 USD in Seattle and Washington D.C.
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The Gates Foundation is seeking an Advisor, AI Global Policy & Advocacy to lead the foundation's portfolio of cross-cutting 'AI for good' public goods, coordinate efforts across teams, and ensure strategic engagement with AI funding and policy.
What you'll do
- Coordinate and bring coherence across GPA's AI activity
- Serve as the connective point across GPA's AI efforts
- Establish a clear operating rhythm and decision-making approach for GPA's AI public goods
- Shape, steward, and translate a coherent foundation position on AI
- Enable a coordinated approach to mobilizing funding
- Bring structure to GPA's AI policy agenda
What it takes
- Deep substantive expertise in artificial intelligence
- Demonstrated experience translating AI expertise into strategy, policy, investment, or implementation decisions
- Demonstrated ability to bring structure, clarity, and momentum to complex, fast-evolving areas of work
- Strong judgment across both funding/philanthropic and policy domains
- Experience in global health, development, or related policy
- Advanced degree or equivalent experience
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums, generous paid time off, paid family leave, foundation-paid retirement contribution, regional holidays, and opportunities to engage in several employee communities.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Seattle, WA or Washington, DC, with some flexibility for US-domestic remote work.
What is the compensation range?
The salary range for this role is $267,000 to $413,800 USD, with a range of $293,600 to $455,200 USD in Seattle and Washington D.C.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include deep substantive expertise in artificial intelligence, experience in AI policy and advocacy, and a strong ability to coordinate across teams and functions.
How do I apply?
Applications are accepted until Noon Pacific Time on Friday, September 4, 2026. Please apply through the Gates Foundation's standard hiring process.
Is the role remote?
The role is based in Seattle, WA or Washington, DC, with some flexibility for US-domestic remote work. International remote work is not possible.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Gates Foundation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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