Program Officer
Quick answer
GiveWell is hiring a remote Program Officer paying $167,500-$184,500 to conduct grant investigations, build cost-effectiveness models, and manage a portfolio of global health and poverty alleviation grants.
- Role
- Program Officer
- Organization
- GiveWell
- Location
- Remote (US/International)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $184,500 (NYC/SF Bay Area) or $167,500 (Other U.S./International)
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
GiveWell is seeking Program Officers to identify, investigate, and manage high-impact grants for global health and poverty alleviation. You will combine empirical evidence review, cost-effectiveness modeling, and grantee engagement to make critical funding recommendations for millions of dollars annually. This role requires independent judgment and the ability to pivot priorities based on rigorous data analysis. You will work within a lean, research-focused team to shape and scale global development programs.
What you'll do
- Own grant investigations from initial scoping through final funding recommendations.
- Manage and monitor a portfolio of grants to ensure adherence to evidence-based practices.
- Build and maintain rigorous cost-effectiveness models for diverse health interventions.
- Collaborate with grantees, subject matter experts, and other funders to evaluate potential impact.
- Publish transparent reports and blog posts detailing research findings and reasoning.
What it takes
- Approximately 3-5 years of professional experience in a related field.
- Demonstrated ability to use empirical tools for rigorous, evidence-based decision-making.
- Strong analytical skills with experience in research, modeling, or grantmaking.
- Ability to communicate complex findings clearly and effectively.
- Proven experience building and maintaining professional relationships with external stakeholders.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Fully funded health, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees and dependents; 4 weeks PTO; 16 weeks fully paid parental leave; ergonomic home office support; 5% 403(b) retirement contribution (US staff).
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a fully remote position eligible to work from within the U.S. or internationally, though international staff must overlap with American working hours.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary is $184,500 for those in NYC or the San Francisco Bay Area, and $167,500 for all other U.S. locations and international hires.
What kind of background are you looking for?
We look for candidates with 3-5 years of experience and a demonstrated ability to perform rigorous, evidence-based decision-making; there is no strict academic requirement.
How do I apply for this role?
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we recommend applying as soon as possible via our portal with your resume and answers to our application questions; no cover letter is required.
How to apply
Apply directly on GiveWell's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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