President, U.S. Education & Mobility Program

Gates Foundation; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off and family leave

Foundation retirement contribution

Job summary

Gates Foundation, based in Seattle, seeks the President of the U.S. Program to lead the division’s strategy and execution, advancing education as a pathway to upward mobility. You will shape policies, investments, and partnerships across K-12, postsecondary learning, data infrastructure, and advocacy, while guiding a high‑performing leadership team.

The role demands deep expertise in U.S. education systems, equity, and AI-enabled innovation, with responsibility for measurable outcomes and

Qualifications

• Extensive executive experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to translate long-term ambition into strategy and measurable outcomes.
• Strong understanding of U.S. education, workforce, and economic mobility systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the U.S. Program strategy to advance equitable upward mobility in education.
• Oversee a multi‑divisional portfolio spanning K-12 to postsecondary learning and navigation.
• Guide AI and data infrastructure investments responsibly and at scale.
• Develop and maintain a high-trust leadership team and partnerships with external stakeholders.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

People management

Change management

Portfolio management

Policy and advocacy

Stakeholder relationship building

Data and AI literacy

Public speaking / representation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

AI/Data infrastructure

Job description

Gates Foundation, based in Seattle, seeks the President of the U.S. Program to lead the division’s strategy and execution, advancing education as a pathway to upward mobility. You will shape policies, investments, and partnerships across K-12, postsecondary learning, data infrastructure, and advocacy, while guiding a high‑performing leadership team.

The role demands deep expertise in U.S. education systems, equity, and AI-enabled innovation, with responsibility for measurable outcomes and