Senior Recruiter

GiveDirectly, a globally recognized organization known for its innovative approach to poverty alleviation through direct cash transfers, is hiring a Senior Recruiter in a remote position. This role focuses on scaling recruitment efforts to support rapid growth across multiple functions, including programs, tech, product, G&A, and fundraising. The position emphasizes proactive sourcing in niche markets and building strong pipelines for senior talent, particularly in Africa. The company values a candid, analytical, and non-hierarchical culture with opportunities for professional growth.

What it offers

This is a generalist recruitment role for someone experienced in sourcing senior talent across various functions. The focus is on proactive market mapping, building calibrated pipelines from scratch, and quickly engaging strong candidates. The role includes networking with institutions and networks to establish GiveDirectly’s presence in key markets. The primary responsibilities are in programs leadership and tech recruitment, with the potential to expand into other areas.

Who can apply

Applicants should have significant experience recruiting senior talent, particularly in African markets, across diverse functions. The role requires a strong track record in proactive sourcing, pipeline building, and engaging top-tier candidates for leadership positions.

What you'll do

• Proactively source senior talent in under-served markets where talent is present but not readily visible.
• Build calibrated pipelines from scratch, ensuring strong candidates are quickly moved into the recruitment process.
• Engage with institutions and networks to establish GiveDirectly’s reputation and visibility in target regions.
• Lead recruitment efforts for programs leadership and tech roles, with opportunities to expand into other functions.
• Drive recruitment growth as GiveDirectly scales its operations globally.

How to apply

Applicants should submit their application through the standard GiveDirectly recruitment portal. No specific application instructions are provided beyond this general note.

Good to know

• This is a remote position with the core team primarily based in Nairobi.
• The role is generalist with a focus on senior-level recruitment, particularly in Africa.
• Experience in proactive sourcing, pipeline management, and engaging senior candidates is essential.
• GiveDirectly’s culture emphasizes candidness, analysis, and non-hierarchical decision-making.