Application Guide

How to Apply for International AI Governance Fund Lead

at Astralis Foundation

🏢 About Astralis Foundation

The Astralis Foundation uniquely focuses on supporting entrepreneurs, researchers, and funders specifically dedicated to safe and beneficial AI, positioning itself at the intersection of philanthropy and AI governance. Working here offers the opportunity to shape international AI policy through strategic funding in a globally remote environment, ideal for those passionate about AI safety and global cooperation.

About This Role

This role involves leading the Shared Horizons fund from pilot to major initiative, deploying over $15M in strategic grants across European and Chinese policy ecosystems. It's impactful because you'll directly influence international AI governance by funding high-impact projects, building relationships with policymakers, and demonstrating measurable outcomes to donors.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing grant proposals from European think tanks, conducting due diligence calls with potential Chinese partners, and preparing impact reports for donors. You'd spend significant time building relationships with policymakers across time zones and developing strategic vision documents for the fund's growth.

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🎯 Who Astralis Foundation Is Looking For

  • Has 3+ years experience leading philanthropic funds or grant-making initiatives, preferably in tech or policy sectors
  • Possesses deep knowledge of international AI governance frameworks, with specific familiarity with European and Chinese policy ecosystems
  • Demonstrates a track record of conducting due diligence on grant proposals and managing multi-million dollar portfolios
  • Is skilled at building relationships with diverse stakeholders including policymakers, think tanks, and high-net-worth donors

📝 Tips for Applying to Astralis Foundation

1

Highlight specific experience with AI governance or policy work, especially any involvement with European or Chinese ecosystems

2

Quantify your impact in previous grant-making roles (e.g., 'managed $X in grants resulting in Y policy changes')

3

Demonstrate understanding of Astralis Foundation's focus on 'safe and beneficial AI' by referencing their publications or initiatives

4

Showcase your ability to work remotely in a global context, emphasizing cross-cultural communication skills

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Include examples of presenting complex recommendations to donors or stakeholders in previous roles

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your specific experience with international AI governance and why you're passionate about Astralis Foundation's mission", 'Concrete examples of scaling philanthropic initiatives or managing substantial grant portfolios', "How you've successfully built relationships with policymakers or think tanks in previous roles", 'Your approach to conducting due diligence and measuring impact in grant-making']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Astralis Foundation's existing publications or initiatives related to AI safety and governance
  • → Research the current state of AI policy in Europe (EU AI Act) and China's AI governance approach
  • → Look into other philanthropic initiatives in AI governance to understand the competitive landscape
  • → Identify key policymakers and think tanks in European and Chinese AI policy ecosystems
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you approach scaling the Shared Horizons fund from pilot to major initiative?
2 What specific opportunities do you see for strategic grants in European vs. Chinese AI policy ecosystems?
3 Describe your process for conducting due diligence on potential grantees in the AI governance space
4 How would you measure and communicate the impact of $15M+ in grants to donors?
5 What relationships would you prioritize building first with policymakers and think tanks?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with generic AI experience but no specific knowledge of governance or policy work
  • Failing to demonstrate understanding of the differences between European and Chinese policy approaches
  • Not providing concrete examples of grant-making or portfolio management experience

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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