Job Description

The Foundation

We are the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world. Founded on a simple premise: people everywhere, regardless of identity or circumstances, should have the chance to live healthy, productive lives. We believe our employees should reflect the rich diversity of the global populations we aim to serve.We provide an exceptional benefits package to employees and their families which include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums, generous paid time off, paid family leave, foundation-paid retirement contribution, regional holidays, and opportunities to engage in several employee communities. As a workplace, we’re committed to creating an environment for you to thrive both personally and professionally.

The Team

The Global Policy and Advocacy (GPA) division shapes the policy landscape surrounding the foundation’s work. We influence public debates, strengthen support for key priorities, and forge partnerships that accelerate impact at national and global levels. Because solving the world’s toughest challenges requires more than funding alone, GPA mobilizes diverse stakeholders and champions innovative solutions that move our programs forward.

We collaborate closely with colleagues across Global Health, Global Development, Global Growth & Opportunity, U.S. Programs, Gender Equality, and Foundation Communications—creating the conditions for people everywhere to live healthier, more prosperous lives.

The Europe, Middle East, and East Asia (EMEEA) team anchors the foundation’s presence across major donor markets outside North America and China. Covering Europe (including the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the Nordics, the Netherlands, and EU institutions), the Middle East (Arab League countries), and Asia-Pacific (Japan, South Korea, and Australia), EMEEA connects foundation strategy with regional realities.

We provide deep geopolitical insight, track media and public sentiment, and lead high-impact campaigns aligned to our advocacy priorities. Working alongside an extensive network of grantees and partners—spanning media, civil society, think tanks, and academia, we help translate strategy into momentum.

Application Deadline: 8/4/2026

This position is a limited-term position for24months Relocation will not be provided.

Your Role
In May 2025, the Gates Foundation sharpened its focus around three bold goalsto

• End preventable deaths of moms and babies

• Ensure the next generation grows up free from deadly infectious diseases

• Lift millions out of poverty and onto a path to prosperity

A). Achieving this vision demands fresh thinking and powerful engagement,from globalleaders,influencersand policymakers to new public audiences;innew placesand spaces, particularly popular culture,new media, andsport and entertainment; and in new ways that we havenot considered yet!

B). Within EMEEA, weare piloting an exciting new role that brings apubliccampaigning mindset to our regional work. Youwill partner with a smallgeographical andcross-functional team spanning insights and measurement, communications, and political and advocacy strategy.You will worktothe Deputy Director for Insights, Campaigns and Communications with a dotted line to both the GPAand CommsDivisions in SeattleTogether, youwill design integrated campaigns that spark attention, build coalitions, and create meaningful public momentumthat creates a positive policy-making environment for this priorityYour work will primarily focus on the first goal:ending preventable deaths of moms and babies

C). Youplay a key role in developing a campaign plan for a global renewed push on saving the lives of moms and babies – harnessing political moments – but alsocultivatingpartnerships across entertainment, creative industries, private sector leaders, and media platforms of all kinds—andhelping to furtherbuildupa champions program that resonates and expands our reachand ultimately ladders up to influencing the policy space This work spans EMEEA markets and connects with teams in North America, Africa, and India.

This role is ideal for someone bold, inventive, and action-oriented—someone who can craft compelling strategies and turn ideas into results. You understand how governments and multilateral systemsoperate,andyouwillbring proven experience leading audience-driven campaigns across multiple markets.You must be comfortable with, even thrive in,uncertainty and complexity, recognizing that we will be co-creating this body of work togetherand so flexibility, willingness to change and evolve, and adaptabilityarecentral.

At the interview youwilldemonstratehow youhave cut through crowded information environments with creative, high-impact campaigns. Youwill show how youhave built engagement, increased visibility, and generated measurable momentum—mobilizing audiences and forging coalitions that deliver real-world change. Experience inphilanthropy, science,globalhealth,or development is welcomebut notrequired

WhatYou’llDo

• Bring an innovative, collaborative, mindset and approach to the teamsharing ideas,supporting colleagues, and upskilling everyone

• Design and lead integrated campaign strategies that advance advocacy and engagement goals, partnering acrossdifferent divisions includingCommunications,GPA, regional offices, and private offices.

• Develop sharp creativebriefs;manage agencies; and oversee channel and media planning.

• Establish learning agendas and success metrics with the Measurement & Insights team; drive informed decision-making and cross-partner collaboration.

• Guideagencies and contractors in developing authentic, compelling campaign content—providing clear direction andtimelyfeedback.

• Ensure strategic alignment, a cohesive global voice, and seamless execution across teams and markets.

• Manage day-to-day campaign operations, linking brand strategy, creative development, channel activation, legal review, and final delivery.

• Oversee client–agency relationships,consolidatefeedback, and track timelines and deliverables.

• Coordinate cross-functional marketing plans spanning channels, regional offices, media, and advocacy partners.

• Partner with audience insights leadsmeasuringimpact,analyzeengagement data, andtranslatefindings into smarter future campaigns.

• Champion an inclusive team culture and proactively address challenges.

Your Experience

• Significant experiencedesigning and leading sophisticated, multi-market campaignsacross a range of cultural/entertainment channels and strong understanding of what makes effective public engagementto help create a better policyand advocacyenvironment.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.

• Deepexpertiseincampaign execution, with the ability to communicate complex global or domestic issues clearly and persuasively.

• Strong judgment and collaboration skills, with the ability to synthesize diverse inputs and drive toward effective decisions.

• Grant making or contract management experience would beadvantageous

Other Attributes ​

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work inthecountry where this role is based without visa sponsorship.

• Ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally.

Hiring Requirements

As part of our standard hiring process for new employees, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Candidate Accommodations

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring experience for all candidates. If you have a disability or medical condition and need an accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process—such as an ASL interpreter, alternative interview format, or physical accessibility support—we’re happy to help. Please contact HR@gatesfoundation.org with the position number and a brief description of your accommodation needs. Requests will be handled confidentially.

Inclusion Statement

We are dedicated to the belief that all lives have equal value. We strive for a global and cultural workplace that supports ever greater diversity, equity, and inclusion — of voices, ideas, and approaches — and we support this diversity through all our employment practices.

All applicants and employees who are drawn to serve our mission will enjoy equality of opportunity and fair treatment without regard to race, color, age, religion, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and prior protected activity.