GiveDirectly is a pioneering nonprofit transforming international aid through direct cash transfers, reaching over 1.5 million individuals across fifteen countries since its 2011 launch. They’re globally recognized for their innovation, featuring prominently in outlets like Fast Company and The Economist.
Position Overview
Role: Internal Audit Field Officer (IA FO)
Team: Recipient Safeguarding and Advocacy – operates independently from operations to maintain confidentiality
Reports to: Internal Audit Associate
Type: Full-time, remote (Travel under 5%)
Location: United States-based, with occasional international travel—typically 1 or 2 trips per year
Responsibilities
- Field Surveys (40%): Engage recipients via virtual surveys (using Aidkit, Salesforce) to identify issues like fund access, fraud, or scams.
- Reporting & Analysis (30%): Log complaints, escalate issues per protocol, maintain daily notes and produce weekly summaries.
- Support & Investigation (30%): Assist with field operations, risk assessments, community engagement, and investigate suspected scams or imposters.
Skills & Qualifications
- Fluent in English (additional languages like Spanish, Arabic, French, Swahili, Kinyarwanda are a bonus)
- Excellent interpersonal skills, active listening, discretion, and high emotional intelligence
- Experience working with vulnerable populations (2+ years preferred)
- Tech-savvy: comfortable with smartphones or tablets for data entry
- Strong critical thinking, integrity, and alignment with GiveDirectly values
Compensation & Perks
- Salary: $66,200/year (U.S. base)
- Benefits: Paid training, health coverage, paid time off, professional development opportunities, equipment provided (smartphone, tablet/computer), and flexible PTO. No salary negotiation policy ensures equitable compensation.
Major Information
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | GiveDirectly |
| Position | Internal Audit Field Officer (IA FO) |
| Employment Type | Full-time, Remote (U.S.), Minimal Travel (~<5%) |
| Salary | $66,200/year (U.S. base) |
| Primary Responsibilities | Field surveys, incident tracking/reporting, risk assessment, fraud detection |
| Qualifications | 2+ years with vulnerable communities, strong communication, tech literate |
| Tools Used | Aidkit, Salesforce, internal tracking systems |
| Perks & Benefits | Training, health insurance, PTO, device allowances, pro development |
FAQs
Yes! It’s remote-based within the U.S., requiring less than 5% travel, such as annual team retreats or field visits.
You’ll work with Aidkit, Salesforce, and other in-house tools for assessing and tracking surveys and incidents.
You’ll receive paid training, necessary work equipment, health benefits, flexible paid time off, and growth opportunities—all aligned with GiveDirectly’s equitable compensation approach.
Their culture is non-hierarchical, candid, and centered on impact. They prioritize integrity, empathy, and commitment to safeguarding vulnerable populations and transparent collaboration.
