Senior Officer, DAC Review Business Operations (11 Month LTE)

Interim Senior Officer, DAC Review Business Operations

The Gates Foundation (GF) Global Health division harnesses advances in science and technology to save lives in poor countries. We focus on the health problems that have a major impact in developing countries but get too little attention and funding. Where shown tools exist, we support sustainable ways to improve their delivery. Where they don't, we invest in research and development of new interventions, such as vaccines, drugs, biologics, and diagnostics.

Your Role: As the Interim Senior Officer, DAC Review Business Operations, you will report to the DAC Deputy Director and work within our Seattle, WA office. In this role, your overarching objective will be to handle and implement DAC's Review Services for PSTs to achieve our mission of improving the informativeness of global health research funded by the GF.

What You'll Do:

• Strategic Partnership Development: Cultivate and sustain deep relationships with Program Strategy Teams (PSTs) and other partners to find opportunities where DAC's Review Services can significantly enhance programmatic impact.
• Business Development Leadership: Lead DAC's business development initiatives by engaging with PSTs through targeted meetings, strategic email campaigns, and optimization software. Collaborate with the Deputy Director and Senior Program Manager to design and implement segmented business development strategies tailored to various GF programmatic teams, proactively anticipating future needs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a key liaison between DAC and other foundation divisions, fostering strong partnerships to advance DAC's mission. Participate actively in IDev Team initiatives, be a connector to the GHIDE program and IDev business team members to support the Deputy Director in achieving annual strategic goals.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee DAC's substantial investment portfolio, incorporating external review consultants, analytical and methodological authorities, and platform contracts/licenses (e.g., DAC website, Talent LMS, Salesforce). Ensure timely delivery of contract and grant obligations by collaborating closely with contractors and grantees.
• Process Optimization: Identify and assess opportunities for process improvements to support the scaling of DAC's review operations. Implement solutions to contain costs, improve quality and enhance operational efficiency, applying a continuous improvement approach to elevate impact.
• Financial Stewardship: Collaborate in the development and management of DAC's annual budget, investment plans, and staffing strategies, ensuring alignment with the foundation's objectives and fiscal responsibility.
• Leadership and Decision Support: Act as a trusted advisor to the DAC Deputy Director, Senior Program Manager, and Unit Leaders by providing insightful analyses to inform decision-making processes.

Your Experience: We seek a diligent, detail-oriented, self-starter who is passionate about making GF-funded research better and more likely to save and improve lives. You will bring validated program management, prior experience with the Gates Foundation and business operations skills to DAC's small but mighty internal GF team.

Educational Background: Possess a Master's degree or higher in business administration, public health, life sciences, or a related field (e.g., MBA, MPH, MS).

Professional Experience: Bring over 7 years of experience in business operations, program/project management, or execution planning. Strong preference will be given to applicants who are already working at the GF or have recent multi-year experience working within the foundation or one of its close affiliates. Experience in business operations within service-focused startups or mid-sized companies is helpful.

Operational Expertise: Demonstrate a proven track record in handling sophisticated operational processes, including budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Relationship Management: Exhibit exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships across diverse cultures and professional levels, effectively navigating organizational change.

Self-Motivation and Independence: Showcase a proactive, self-starting demeanor with the ability to work independently, determine methods and procedures, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Attention to Detail: Ensure meticulous attention to detail, minimizing errors and oversights in all aspects of work.

Organizational Skills: Possess excellent organizational and planning abilities, capable of leading sophisticated projects, running virtual teams, and prioritizing tasks effectively to adapt to changing landscapes.

Communication Proficiency: Communicate clearly and concisely, both in writing and orally, tailoring messages to diverse audiences with attention to their roles and perspectives.

Adaptability: Demonstrate flexibility and positivity in the face of changing situations and unexpected challenges.

Passion for Mission: Align with the foundation's values, demonstrating a commitment to delivering results that contribute to saving and improving lives globally.

Must be able to legally work in the country where this position is located without visa sponsorship.

The salary range for this role is $191,100 to $294,700 USD. We recognize high-wage market differences in Seattle and Washington D.C., where our offices are located. The range for this role in these locations is $209,100 to $ USD. As a mission-driven organization, we strive to balance competitive pay with our mission.