ONE, the Washington, D.C.-based advocacy organization, plans to eliminate roughly 30% of its staff — about 50 roles — to narrow its focus on key global development priorities amidst rising operating costs and increasing competition, Devex has learned.
“Like other non-profits, ONE has experienced a challenging financial environment and more competitive fundraising landscape,” the organization wrote in a statement to Devex on Tuesday.
“As part of its strategy review, ONE evaluated its operational model and how it can be more successful in an era of rising costs and a lower overall budget. As a result, ONE has taken some difficult but necessary steps to ensure it is the right size for its budget and is aiming to reduce approximately 50 roles across the organization,” the statement reads. ONE did not offer specifics on which roles would be cut or where they are based.