Application Guide

How to Apply for The AI Access Initiative, Program Manager

at Evidence Action

🏢 About Evidence Action

Evidence Action is a unique organization that scales cost-effective, evidence-based programs to reduce poverty across Africa and Asia. Their commitment to data-driven impact and rigorous evaluation makes them a leader in global development, offering employees the chance to work on solutions that truly work.

About This Role

As Program Manager for the AI Access Initiative, you will lead efforts to leverage artificial intelligence for social good, coordinating implementation, monitoring, and stakeholder collaboration. This role is impactful because it bridges cutting-edge technology with proven development approaches to scale solutions that can transform lives.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve a morning check-in with field partners in Africa to review program milestones, followed by analyzing monitoring data to identify bottlenecks. Afternoons could include drafting a stakeholder report and collaborating with the AI team to refine a tool's deployment strategy, ending with a virtual meeting with a donor to discuss scaling plans.

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🎯 Who Evidence Action Is Looking For

  • Has 3-5 years of program management experience in global development or technology access, with a track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
  • Demonstrates strong project coordination skills, including experience with monitoring and reporting frameworks (e.g., logical frameworks, KPIs).
  • Possesses excellent stakeholder engagement abilities, with experience working across diverse teams (e.g., technical, field, donor).
  • Shows familiarity with AI or technology-for-good initiatives, such as AI for health, education, or agriculture in low-resource settings.

📝 Tips for Applying to Evidence Action

1

Highlight specific examples of managing programs with measurable impact, especially if you used evidence-based approaches.

2

Tailor your resume to show experience coordinating remote teams or working across time zones, as this role is remote (US).

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In your cover letter, connect your past work to Evidence Action's mission of scaling cost-effective interventions.

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Mention any familiarity with AI applications in development, even if through coursework, side projects, or volunteer work.

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Research Evidence Action's existing programs (e.g., Deworm the World, Safe Water) and suggest how AI could enhance them.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Emphasize your commitment to evidence-based decision-making and your ability to use data to drive program improvements.', 'Showcase your experience in stakeholder management, particularly with partners in Africa or Asia.', 'Demonstrate your understanding of how AI can be responsibly deployed in low-resource settings.', 'Explain why you are passionate about scaling technology access for poverty alleviation.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read Evidence Action's annual reports and program evaluations to understand their impact measurement standards.
  • → Familiarize yourself with their current programs and how technology is already used (e.g., mobile data collection).
  • → Explore the AI Access Initiative's goals if publicly available, or similar initiatives like AI for Good by ITU.
  • → Learn about the ethical considerations of AI in developing countries, such as bias and data privacy.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you ensure the AI Access Initiative aligns with Evidence Action's evidence-based approach?
2 Describe a time you managed a program with multiple stakeholders; how did you handle conflicting priorities?
3 What metrics would you use to measure the success of an AI-for-good program in a developing country?
4 How do you stay updated on AI trends, and how would you apply them to global development?
5 Given the remote nature of this role, how do you maintain team cohesion and accountability?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application that doesn't reference Evidence Action's specific approach or programs.
  • Overemphasizing technical AI skills without linking them to program management or development impact.
  • Ignoring the evidence-based culture—avoid proposals that sound innovative but lack a clear evaluation plan.

📅 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:

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Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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