M&E Associate – Rapid Experimentation

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Rwanda.

📋 Description

• Assist in the execution and evaluation of rapid A/B tests across GiveDirectly initiatives.

• Ensure that experiments are accurately implemented, reliably measured, and analyzed to yield credible results.

• Perform power calculations and establish pre-defined experimental designs.

• Review the setup of experiments and identify any execution and measurement risks.

• Oversee a portfolio of 2–3 active A/B tests concurrently.

• Collaborate with Programs, Product, and Research teams, as well as external Principal Investigators and academic collaborators.

• Prepare and maintain clean, well-organized datasets derived from survey, administrative, and product information.

• Identify data quality issues and perform targeted literature reviews.

• Produce decision-ready analyses of experimental data while evaluating effects and limitations.

• Convert findings into actionable recommendations for program and product decisions.

• Create concise learning materials, de-identified datasets, and documentation for both internal and external stakeholders.

• Contribute to discussions across countries and apply insights across different contexts.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, or a related quantitative discipline.

• 2–4 years of experience working with data in practical applications.

• Strong understanding of experimental design and causal inference principles.

• Proficiency in R, Python, or Stata for data cleaning, manipulation, and analysis.

• Experience handling multiple data sources, such as survey or administrative data.

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners.

• Fluency in English is required.

• Capability to manage various workstreams and adapt swiftly with imperfect data.

• Ability to interpret results in a context that extends beyond statistical significance and communicate actionable insights.

• Alignment with GiveDirectly values, demonstrating emotional intelligence, problem-solving skills, project management capabilities, follow-through, and inclusivity.

🏝️ Benefits

• Bonus at Target Performance: 10% (~$3,760, with potential for upside).

• Comprehensive health benefits plan (specific details vary by country).

• Flexible paid time off.

• Desk setup allowance.

• Learning and development budget.

• Supportive team environment.