High-Impact Job Opportunity: Director, Mothers & Babies (Remote) at GiveDirectly

About GiveDirectly

GiveDirectly is a pioneering nonprofit organization transforming international aid by delivering unconditional cash transfers directly to the world’s poorest populations.

Since 2011, GD has raised over $1 billion, reaching more than 2 million people across 15 countries, and is recognized as one of the most innovative organizations in the sector.

With a culture rooted in candor, agility, and impact-driven decision making, GD fosters a high-performing, inclusive, and growth-oriented environment.

Job Opening at GiveDirectly

Job Title: Director, Mothers & Babies (Remote)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya (Remote, must overlap with East Africa timezone by 3 hours)
Closing Date: Friday, May 1, 2026 (or until sufficient applications received)
Contract: Full-Time, with travel up to 1x per quarter for 1-2 weeks

The Director of Mothers & Babies will spearhead the development and scaling of a groundbreaking cash transfer program aimed at improving maternal and newborn health outcomes.

Building on recent evidence that large cash transfers can reduce infant mortality, this role involves leading cross-functional teams, setting strategic hypotheses, designing program models, and establishing evidence-based operations across multiple countries.

The position reports to the VP of Product and requires a dynamic leader capable of managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives in a highly adaptive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Program Development

Define and execute the multi-year product vision and strategy for Mothers & Babies
Lead hypothesis development, prioritize initiatives, and set clear decision points
Design program models that balance impact, feasibility, and scalability
Build operational plans including targeting, verification, and delivery mechanisms

Partnership and Delivery Model Building

Identify and manage strategic partners including health NGOs, government systems, and health platforms
Develop scalable, efficient delivery processes and partner responsibilities
Create standardized operating procedures and technology needs assessments

Evidence and Learning

Establish measurement strategies and lead the learning agenda
Collaborate with research teams to generate robust evidence
Communicate impact stories and evidence narratives to stakeholders and donors

Fundraising and Market Positioning

Develop compelling narratives for donor engagement
Support pipeline development and donor relationships
Prepare materials for presentations and negotiations

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Build and lead a high-performing, cross-functional team
Foster a culture of candor, learning, and high standards
Ensure alignment across programs, research, partnerships, and technical teams

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Qualifications

8+ years of professional experience in product management, program delivery, or business development within international development or humanitarian sectors
Proven leadership in managing diverse, distributed teams
Strong strategic thinking, data-driven problem solving, and influence skills

Experience working with health programs and understanding of maternal and infant health issues
Commitment to GD’s values, recipient dignity, and empowerment
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to operate in a highly adaptive, multicultural environment

Compensation and Benefits

United States:

Base Salary: $128,000
Bonus at Target: $19,200 (~15%)
Total at Target: $147,200+
Benefits Stipend: $21,393

United Kingdom:

Base Salary: £87,500
Bonus at Target: £13,125 (~15%)
Total at Target: £100,625+
Benefits Stipend: £2,760

Kenya:

Base Salary: $101,221
Bonus at Target: $15,183 (~15%)
Total at Target: $116,404+
Benefits Stipend: $8,453

This position is fully remote, with competitive local salary benchmarks provided during hiring based on the candidate’s location.

Why Join GiveDirectly?

Be part of a high-impact, innovative organization committed to ending extreme poverty
Work with a diverse, global team of passionate professionals
Enjoy a competitive salary, benefits, and flexible working arrangements
Contribute to evidence-based programs that have the potential to save lives and improve health outcomes