Senior Manager, Humanitarian

GiveDirectly; United States; Remote; USD 109,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a Senior Manager for its Humanitarian team to lead emergency response operations globally. This role involves designing and implementing rapid cash responses, managing program execution, and fostering partnerships. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and project management skills, alongside a commitment to inclusivity and problem-solving. Join a supportive environment that values professional growth and offers competitive compensation, where your contributions can significantly impact the lives of those in need.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Flexible Leave

Growth Opportunities

Supportive Team Environment

Qualifications

• Alignment with GD values and competencies.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Experience in fundraising and partnership management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee high-quality emergency response programs.
• Manage relationships with partners, vendors, and donors.
• Identify and pursue emergency funding opportunities.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Project Management

Inclusivity

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

4-7+ years in humanitarian/emergency contexts

Tools

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

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About GiveDirectly

GiveDirectly (GD) aims to reshape international giving – and millions of lives – by providing cash grants directly to the world’s poorest. The Brookings Institution estimates that $70B of cash transfers would be required to eliminate the poverty gap; the aid sector currently spends $135B each year, much of it on evidence-free interventions. GD wants to change that, establishing cash transfers as a benchmark for foreign aid – as the index fund is a benchmark for the financial industry – and in the process accelerating the end of extreme poverty.

GD has raised over $1B since launching in 2011, delivered cash to more than 1.5 million people in 15 countries. We’ve supported large-scale research indicating strong impact of our programs. GD has been recognized as one of the most innovative non-profits by Fast Company and featured in major publications like the New York Times Magazine, This American Life, Foreign Affairs, and The Economist.

Our culture is candid, analytical, agile, and non-hierarchical. Our global team of approximately 150 staff and 650 country operations team members come from 21 countries speaking 69 languages. Our team includes individuals from the private sector, NGOs, government, technology, and research backgrounds.

We value building an environment where all team members can thrive, succeed, and grow. We support flexibility, well-being, and professional development.

Location

Remote. We are unable to sponsor or process employment visas in the U.S. or U.K. at this time.

About This Role

As a Senior Manager on the Humanitarian team, you will play a key role in scaling up emergency response operations globally. Your responsibilities include launching rapid cash responses, designing response strategies, managing program implementation, and supporting fundraising efforts by translating field insights into compelling proposals. You will manage a Program Manager and support staffing, budgeting, and partnership development.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design and oversee high-quality emergency response programs, ensuring readiness and effective delivery.
2. Refine deployment criteria and operational procedures for rapid response.
3. Conduct risk assessments and operational diligence for disaster responses.
4. Track and report on operational performance and impact metrics.
5. Manage relationships with partners, vendors, and donors, and represent GD externally.
6. Lead and develop a team, supporting talent growth and performance management.
7. Identify and pursue emergency funding opportunities and develop donor relationships.

Qualifications

• Alignment with GD values and core competencies: emotional intelligence, problem solving, project management, inclusivity.
• 4-7+ years in roles involving problem solving, team management, or business development, preferably in humanitarian/emergency contexts.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent project management and multitasking abilities.
• Technical proficiency in data analysis and learning new tech tools.
• Experience in fundraising and partnership management preferred.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Comfort with ambiguity and building systems from scratch.

Nice to Have

• Fluency in additional languages such as French, Portuguese, Arabic, etc.

Compensation

We offer competitive, equitable salaries aligned with market standards, with base salaries of $109,200 in the U.S. and $77,500 in Kenya. Total compensation includes base salary and bonuses, with details shared during hiring.

Why Work at GiveDirectly?

• Supportive team environment with growth opportunities.
• Commitment to staff development and well-being.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including health coverage and flexible leave.

Our Commitment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prioritize safeguarding and ethical standards, including thorough background checks and adherence to laws protecting vulnerable populations.