The world of philanthropy as we know it is undergoing notable transformation, driven by growing demands for greater accountability and transparency. Among these changes, salary transparency is also taking on new importance.
In this edition of Career Hub, we’ve compiled a list of large U.S.-based grantmaking organizations that have set a high standard in salary transparency, as well as five questions aspiring humanitarian workers should ask themselves if they are considering working abroad. Plus, featured job postings from the likes of USAID, World Vision, and more.
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In focus: Top US-based grantmaking employers and insight on their salary
Want to know what grantmakers pay? We identified eight organizations with a high number of job postings with salaries on Devex’s job board, and also a high level of salary transparency, and we’ve broken down all the information on those funders. Together, these organizations posted 1,039 jobs from January 2023, of which 731 (70%) included salary information. Below are the top four — read the full article to see all eight.
1. Gates Foundation. Leading our grantmakers list is the Gates Foundation, a global philanthropic organization dedicated to enhancing health care, reducing poverty, and expanding educational opportunities.
Jobs posted since 2023: 605.
Average annual salary: $138,095 — $239,323.
View all current job postings from the Gates Foundation on Devex.
2. MacArthur Foundation is a leading private foundation that makes grants and impact investments to support nonprofit organizations in over 100 countries.
Jobs posted since 2023: 95.
Average annual salary: $115,026 — $148,136.
View all current job postings from MacArthur on Devex
3. Ford Foundation is a global philanthropic organization dedicated to advancing social justice, reducing poverty, and promoting human rights through strategic grantmaking and advocacy.
Jobs posted since 2023: 59.
Average annual salary: $124,000 — $142,450.
View all current job postings from the Ford on Devex
4. ClimateWorks Foundation is a global platform for philanthropy that aims to accelerate scalable climate solutions.
Jobs posted since 2023: 58.
Average annual salary: $111,607 — $127,286.
View all current job postings from ClimateWorks on Devex
Read the full article: Top US-based grantmaking employers and insight on their salary (Career)
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5 questions aspiring humanitarian workers should ask themselves
“The basic thing to note on any transition is you’re going to lose some of the steps that you have climbed.”
— Thomas Hill, country director, the Norwegian Refugee CouncilIn a recent Devex career event on “getting your first international job in humanitarian aid”, Thomas Hill, country director at the Norwegian Refugee Council, and Caroline Korda Poole, international career coach, told us five things to ask yourself if you are seriously considering pursuing an international role:
1. There is one very important question to ask yourself: How much risk and challenge are you willing to take on? Hill advised job seekers to consider more challenging or high-risk locations to increase their chances of landing a role, especially for entry-level or mid-management positions. But that, of course, comes with sacrifices of its own.
2. Are you willing to take a step back on the career ladder? Transitioning into the aid sector from other fields is possible, but often requires adjusting expectations about roles and starting “a couple of notches down,” Hill said. For those comfortable with this trade-off, he said, the move can still be fulfilling.
3. Are you still operating based on a linear concept of networking? Networking isn’t about a straight line to a job. While it’s tempting to focus solely on the “big players” for connections, impactful networking often comes from unexpected places, Hill and Poole explained.
4. Are you thinking of yourself as an asset or a burden? “Don’t apologize for your interest or your dedication to the work,” Poole said, noting that there are many mutual benefits of networking with people within an organization.
5. Is there domestic work you can do instead that would be valuable? Ultimately, Hill said, there are “always opportunities to do good locally,” and this may even be the right way in.
Read the full article: 5 questions aspiring humanitarian workers should ask themselves (Career)
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About the author
Katrina J. Lane
Katrina Lane is an Editorial Strategist and Reporter at Devex. She writes on ecologies and social inclusion, and also supports the creation of partnership content at Devex. She holds a degree in Psychology from Warwick University, offering a unique perspective on the cognitive frameworks and social factors that influence responses to global issues.
