All candidates must submit their application materials directly to Spencer Stuart at GatesUSP@spencerstuart.com. The application deadline is October 19th, 2026.

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President, U.S. Program

LocationRemote with travel

SetupRemote

LevelSenior

Posted4w ago

Leadership & Executive

Quick answer

The Gates Foundation is hiring a remote Senior President, U.S. Program (US-based) paying $800,000 to $1,100,000 USD to lead the foundation’s U.S. education strategy and make education a true engine of upward mobility.

Role: President, U.S. Program
Organization: The Gates Foundation
Location: Remote with travel
Work setup: Remote
Level: Senior
Compensation: $800,000 to $1,100,000 USD
Category: Leadership & Executive

The role

The President, U.S. Program, leads the foundation’s U.S. education strategy and the division’s long-term effort to make education a true engine of upward mobility. This role requires exceptional people leadership, strategic vision, and a deep understanding of U.S. education and economic mobility systems.

What you'll do

Drive the U.S. Program Strategy
Lead an integrated portfolio spanning K-12 teaching and learning, postsecondary learning and navigation, data and AI infrastructure, advocacy and system improvement
Ensure the division develops and scales solutions that improve learning, navigation, persistence, completion, and mobility for millions of learners
Lead responsible innovation in AI, data, and infrastructure
Build and mobilize the partner ecosystem
Lead and evolve the U.S. Program division

What it takes

Deep and demonstrated executive judgment
Extensive experience leading large, complex, multi-disciplinary teams and portfolios
Strong understanding of U.S. education and economic mobility systems
Demonstrated ability to translate long-term ambition into coherent strategy and organizational performance
Experience leading system-level changes across public, private, nonprofit, philanthropic, research, policy, technology, or community contexts
Proven ability to build and sustain high-trust relationships with senior external stakeholders

What you'll bring

Executive judgmentPeople leadershipStrategic visionSystem-level changeEquity and inclusionData and evidence-based decision-making

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 remote with travel.

What is the compensation range?

The compensation range is $800,000 to $1,100,000 USD.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include executive judgment, extensive experience leading large, complex, multi-disciplinary teams, and a strong understanding of U.S. education and economic mobility systems.

How do I apply?

All candidates must submit their application materials directly to Spencer Stuart at [email protected]. The application deadline is October 19th, 2026.

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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