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GiveDirectlyDirector, Talent Management
GiveDirectly is an international non-profit organization that fights extreme poverty by delivering cash directly to people in need, operating across more than 15 countries with a…
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GiveDirectly is an international non-profit organization that fights extreme poverty by delivering cash directly to people in need, operating across more than 15 countries with a global team spanning over 20 languages. As the organization prepares for significant scale, it seeks its first Director, Talent Management to establish and lead the talent management function. This is a hands-on leadership role suited for a builder who has previously created talent management…
Job Description
GiveDirectly is an international non-profit organization that fights extreme poverty by delivering cash directly to people in need, operating across more than 15 countries with a global team spanning over 20 languages. As the organization prepares for significant scale, it seeks its first Director, Talent Management to establish and lead the talent management function.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited for a builder who has previously created talent management systems from scratch during periods of rapid growth. The successful candidate will design and own the global performance management system, revamp onboarding, develop leadership and manager capabilities, and shape employee listening strategies and culture.
The role operates globally with required alignment with East Africa Time and US Eastern hours, and is based in specific eligible countries where the employer has established employment infrastructure. Periodic international travel of approximately three to four trips per year is required.
Responsibilities
- Assess existing talent processes within the first 90 days and establish a multi-year functional roadmap in partnership with the Head of People
- Join the redesign of the performance management system early and own its execution to support merit increases and salary bands
- Build calibration processes to ensure fair ratings across different countries, currencies, and manager quality
- Revamp onboarding content and experiences for new hires and their managers ahead of upcoming hiring waves
- Develop a foundational manager program covering feedback, coaching, and performance management
- Plan and execute a values retreat for senior leaders in collaboration with an executive sponsor and external facilitators
- Design talent planning and succession frameworks starting with critical organizational roles
Requirements
- At least seven years of experience in talent management, performance, or organizational design, including functional leadership
- Demonstrated hands-on experience building talent management programs from scratch in a start-up or scale-up environment
- Experience designing a performance system and connecting ratings to pay outcomes across diverse contexts
- Deep expertise in at least two of the following areas: onboarding, manager development, and employee engagement or listening
Qualifications
- Background in a mission-driven or international organization alongside high-growth commercial or technology experience
- Professional fluency in French or Portuguese
- Prior exposure to compensation design or collaboration with total rewards teams
- Experience working across multiple countries, particularly sub-Saharan Africa
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What is the employment type and salary for this role?
This is a full-time position with an annual salary of GBP 134,400.
Where is the position located?
The role is remote, but candidates must be based in a location that allows for at least three hours of daily overlap with East Africa Time and meaningful overlap with US Eastern hours. Hiring is prioritized in specific countries where GiveDirectly has established employment infrastructure.
Are there travel requirements for this position?
Yes, the role requires approximately three to four trips per year, which includes at least one trip to an operational country and one to a key in-person leadership event.
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