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Operations Associate
  • Job Number: 25828
  • Functional Area: Administration
  • Department: J-PAL North America
  • School Area: Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences
  • Pay Range Minimum: $62,000
  • Pay Range Maximum: $79,200
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule:
  • Pay Grade: 6


Posting Description

OPERATIONS ASSOCIATE, Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL)-North America, to support the Executive Director in advancing J-PAL North America’s strategic priorities, translating vision into action, and strengthening engagement with internal and external stakeholders. The role coordinates a broad portfolio of financial, operational, administrative, and technology initiatives, while helping communicate the organization’s mission, impact, and achievements to diverse audiences.

For complete details and application instructions, please review the full job description: https://www.povertyactionlab.org/careers/

Job Requirements
 REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, with at least two years of relevant professional experience; demonstrated attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and exceptional organizational, time-management, and communication skills; proficiency with Excel, Google Sheets, Salesforce, Asana, or similar project management and data-tracking platforms; ability to leverage technology to analyze and communicate information effectively; monitor strategic and financial metrics; and develop clear, compelling presentations for diverse audiences.

06/23/2026