[Hiring] Director, Mothers & Babies @GiveDirectly

Role Description

GiveDirectly has established a Product team responsible for identifying new program areas for exploration and implementation, as well as deepening our impact in existing program areas. Products at GiveDirectly are double-sided - serving the needs of our recipients on one side, and donors on the other - and include large technology components as well as the careful design of in-person operations. They range from our flagship large lump sum cash work to highly targeted support for specific populations or locations; the Product team works across fundraising, program implementation, and Research and Technology to build end-to-end programs and bring them to market. This role is responsible for assembling and leading cross-functional teams to drive product development, optimization, and scale.

• Oversee single products, if large and/or complex, or a portfolio of products at different stages of development.

Building on recent evidence that large, unconditional cash transfers can significantly reduce infant mortality, GiveDirectly is building a “Mothers & Babies” product that provides large cash transfers to expectant mothers to improve maternal and newborn outcomes.

• Lead the end-to-end product strategy and execution across multiple countries and partnerships.
• Assemble and drive a cross-functional team spanning Programs, Research/M&E, Partnerships, and Safeguarding.
• Set the learning agenda, pressure-test and iterate on program design, and translate evidence and delivery performance into a compelling case and readiness for scale.

Qualifications

• Exceptional alignment to GD values, passion for our mission, and commitment to recipient dignity and empowerment.
• 8+ years of professional work experience in similar role or function (product, programs, business development, partnerships).
• Proven leadership ability and management experience in building high performing teams.
• Experience working with a distributed team in a multicultural environment.
• Interest in working as part of a growing company, with awareness about the opportunities and challenges that come with a highly adaptive environment.
• Strong, succinct communications: Skilled in speaking, writing, presenting, and negotiating across multiple stakeholders.
• Analytical problem solver: Looks at problems with analytical and iterative mindset, with strong framework for prioritization.

Requirements

• Be entrepreneurial generalists with capabilities/experience across at least 2 of 3 following areas: software & technology, development research & evidence, and humanitarian or development program delivery.
• Demonstrate strong go-to-market instincts, with track record for mobilizing resources around big ideas and opportunities.
• Be data driven with excellent altitude awareness.
• Show discernment and conviction in ambiguity, making the hard decisions to say no to things and drive focus.
• Have track record of driving big results without direct formal authority.

Benefits

• A positive and supportive team with opportunities for advancement.
• A demonstrated commitment to helping all staff develop and grow.
• A competitive salary, including bonus.
• A robust health benefits plan (exact details will vary by country).
• Flexible paid time off.
• Allowances for desk set-up and learning and development.