Centre for Effective Altruism (CEA) is hiring: Program Manager, Global Groups (Remote) @Centre for Effective Altruism

Overview

The Centre for Effective Altruism (CEA) is seeking a Product-minded Program Manager to lead the strategy and execution of its global group support programs. This role is vital for unlocking the potential of hundreds of university and city-based EA groups worldwide, helping them grow and maximize their impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify Focus Areas: Determine which global regions and communities should be prioritized for support.
• Develop Theory of Change: Create a clear framework illustrating how support activities translate into increased group impact.
• Prioritize Initiatives: Make informed decisions about what programs to expand, modify, or decommission.
• Gap Analysis: Recognize gaps in the current support ecosystem and develop ideas for new initiatives to fill those gaps.
• Design Support Offerings: Develop programs and resources that attract and retain group organizers.
• Marketing & Outreach: Craft messaging and outreach strategies that resonate with target regions and communities.
• Experimentation & Evaluation: Conduct experiments to test new approaches, establish success metrics, and iterate based on results.
• Data-Driven Decisions: Use qualitative and quantitative data to inform ongoing improvements and scaling plans.
• Achieve Growth Targets: Scale successful programs to reach more communities while maintaining quality.
• Capacity Building: Develop infrastructure, recruit staff, and secure funding to support expansion.
• Maintain Impact: Ensure existing programs continue to operate effectively during scaling efforts.
• Manage Team Members: Supervise the Organizer Support Coordinator and guide the execution of programs like the Organizer Support Program (OSP) and retreats.
• Coordinate Resources: Align the support systems such as resource centers, grants, newsletters, and design tools to work seamlessly.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build relationships with community organizers, funders, and other stakeholders to support program objectives.

Requirements

• Product Development Mindset: Ability to design and run experiments, analyze results, and make data-driven decisions.
• Impact Orientation: Deep commitment to effective altruism principles and a focus on maximizing social impact.
• Leadership & People Management: Experience managing teams or individuals, with a passion for developing talent.
• Strategic Vision: Proven ability to set clear goals, develop actionable strategies, and adapt plans based on evidence.
• Execution Skills: Track record of shipping projects, launching new initiatives, and iterating on programs.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build relationships across diverse cultures and stakeholders.
• Community Building Experience: Ideally, experience with EA groups or similar community organizations, understanding their dynamics and needs.

Benefits

Full-time employment with competitive salary and benefits including private insurance, flexible working hours, professional development allowance ($6,000 / £5,000 annually), mental health support, extended parental leave, ergonomic equipment, and paid vacation (25 days). Opportunities for travel and international engagement.

Location

Global (Remote)

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their applications via the CEA careers portal, including their CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role. Apply here: Centre for Effective Altruism Careers

Deadline

February 18, 2026, at 7:00 AM GMT+2