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Cause Prioritization Lead

GiveWell
Location
United States + International (Remote)
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Research
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Quantitatively-oriented advanced degrees or substantial relevant experience
  • 5-10 years of post-grad work experience in evidence-based decision making
  • Experience using empirical tools for rigorous analysis
What the job really is

As the Cause Prioritization Lead at GiveWell, you will enhance the cause prioritization process, manage a portfolio of early-stage grants, and respond to new opportunities that may require innovative investigation methods. You will lead a sub-team within the New Areas team, conducting rigorous evidence reviews and cost-effectiveness modeling to inform impactful grantmaking decisions. This role involves external communication to build networks and directly investigating complex grantmaking opportunities.

Benefits
  • Fully funded health, dental, vision, and life insurance for you and dependents
  • Four weeks of paid time off per year
  • 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave
  • Ergonomic home workstations or coworking space memberships
  • Automatic contribution equal to 5% of gross salary into 403(b) retirement plan
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of the technology stack or tools used
  • Role involves significant external communication, which may not suit all candidates
  • Position requires managing a team, which may not appeal to those preferring individual contributor roles
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