Overview

The Animal Welfare Fund (AWF) is seeking 1-3 Program Officers (Senior, Mid-Level, Junior) to join their team. This role involves evaluating grant opportunities, shaping funding strategies, and allocating resources to high-impact animal welfare initiatives on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate and assess grant proposals for their theory of change, impact potential, cost-effectiveness, and team capacity.
Critically review and engage with recommendations from colleagues.
Recommend high-impact grants aligned with AWF’s strategic priorities.
Monitor ongoing grants, conduct evaluations, and adapt strategies based on findings.
Identify promising projects and organizations, and source new applications through strategic networking.
Develop relationships with potential grantees, guide them to submit fundable proposals, and support existing grantees to maximize impact.
Manage a portfolio of grants, ensuring they collectively advance AWF’s long-term objectives.
Identify funding gaps and develop new opportunities.
Draw strategic insights from monitoring and evaluation processes to inform future grantmaking.
Contribute to the development of AWF’s strategic direction.
Represent AWF at external events, conferences, and in collaborations with other funders.
Support the organization’s fundraising efforts and build partnerships to expand impact.
For higher seniority levels, manage and mentor junior staff and team members.
Actively participate in team discussions, sharing insights and expertise to refine AWF’s approach.

Requirements

Demonstrated analytical rigor in assessing projects or work.
Effective communicator, capable of articulating complex reasoning transparently.
Highly organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple priorities.
Eagerness to learn new evaluation methods and improve judgment.
Well-connected within the animal welfare or related advocacy space.
Passionate about effective altruism and committed to its principles.
Junior Level: Developing knowledge of effective animal advocacy; curious and quick learner; some experience in advocacy, research, or related fields is a plus.
Mid-Level: Deep expertise in one or more focus areas (e.g., farmed animal welfare, wild animal welfare); proven success in advocacy, research, or grantmaking; ability to develop strategic frameworks and identify promising interventions.
Senior Level: Extensive knowledge across multiple focus areas and strategic thinking; significant experience in grantmaking or senior advocacy roles; skilled in overseeing complex portfolios, managing teams, and setting organizational priorities.

Benefits

Competitive salary packages based on location and seniority ($90,026 to $131,988 USD annually, or equivalent in GBP for UK-based candidates).
Private health insurance (US/UK).
Flexible working hours.
Generous professional development allowances.
Mental health support.
Extended parental leave.
Ergonomic equipment.
Paid vacation.
Opportunities for growth, leadership, and increased responsibilities.

Location

Global (Work from anywhere with time zones between US Pacific Time and Central European Time)

How to Apply

Submit a CV and cover letter, clearly indicating the level of interest. The selection process includes initial application screening, test assessments, multiple interview rounds, and reference checks.

Deadline

February 18, 2026, at 07:00 AM GMT+2 ardini

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate and assess grant proposals for their theory of change, impact potential, cost-effectiveness, and team capacity.
Critically review and engage with recommendations from colleagues.
Recommend high-impact grants aligned with AWF’s strategic priorities.
Monitor ongoing grants, conduct evaluations, and adapt strategies based on findings.
Identify promising projects and organizations, and source new applications through strategic networking.
Develop relationships with potential grantees, guide them to submit fundable proposals, and support existing grantees to maximize impact.
Manage a portfolio of grants, ensuring they collectively advance AWF’s long-term objectives.
Identify funding gaps and develop new opportunities.
Draw strategic insights from monitoring and evaluation processes to inform future grantmaking.
Contribute to the development of AWF’s strategic direction.
Represent AWF at external events, conferences, and in collaborations with other funders.
Support the organization’s fundraising efforts and build partnerships to expand impact.
For higher seniority levels, manage and mentor junior staff and team members.
Actively participate in team discussions, sharing insights and expertise to refine AWF’s approach.

Requirements

Demonstrated analytical rigor in assessing projects or work.
Effective communicator, capable of articulating complex reasoning transparently.
Highly organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple priorities.
Eagerness to learn new evaluation methods and improve judgment.
Well-connected within the animal welfare or related advocacy space.
Passionate about effective altruism and committed to its principles.
Junior Level: Developing knowledge of effective animal advocacy; curious and quick learner; some experience in advocacy, research, or related fields is a plus.
Mid-Level: Deep expertise in one or more focus areas (e.g., farmed animal welfare, wild animal welfare); proven success in advocacy, research, or grantmaking; ability to develop strategic frameworks and identify promising interventions.
Senior Level: Extensive knowledge across multiple focus areas and strategic thinking; significant experience in grantmaking or senior advocacy roles; skilled in overseeing complex portfolios, managing teams, and setting organizational priorities.

Benefits

Competitive salary packages based on location and seniority ($90,026 to $131,988 USD annually, or equivalent in GBP for UK-based candidates).
Private health insurance (US/UK).
Flexible working hours.
Generous professional development allowances.
Mental health support.
Extended parental leave.
Ergonomic equipment.
Paid vacation.
Opportunities for growth, leadership, and increased responsibilities.