Safeguarding Programme Manager - Emergency Cash (EC)

GiveDirectly aims to reshape international giving by providing cash grants directly to the world's poorest. The Safeguarding Programme Manager - Emergency Cash (EC) has a leading role in GiveDirectly's commitment to preventing abuse and ensuring appropriate and timely responses to safeguarding concerns within emergency and rapid response environments.

Requirements

• Exceptional alignment with GiveDirectly Values and active demonstration of our core competencies: emotional intelligence, problem solving, project management, follow-through, and fostering inclusivity.
• Language Requirement: Professional fluency in English. Highly Desirable: French, Swahili, Portuguese.
• Minimum of 5 years experience working in safeguarding, protection, or risk management roles within humanitarian or development settings.
• Demonstrated experience in emergency or rapid response operations, ideally across multiple countries and contexts.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and a can do attitude, with the capacity to adjust quickly to changing needs, short timelines, and evolving operational realities.
• Deep understanding of safeguarding standards, abuse prevention principles, and survivor centred case management in emergency and/or rapid responses.
• Strong analytical and decision making skills, with the ability to operate effectively in high pressure or crisis environments.
• Proven ability to collaborate across teams and work respectfully and effectively with diverse stakeholders in complex settings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate safeguarding requirements clearly and confidently.

Benefits

• A supportive team that works hard and cares hard
• A robust health benefits plan (exact details will vary by country)
• Flexible paid time off that staff is encouraged to take
• Allowances for desk set-up and learning and development