Job Overview
Strategy Officer – Lead Global Malaria Innovation at Gates Foundation | Up to $21K/Month
Are you a strategy-driven leader passionate about global health innovation? The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is hiring a Strategy Officer for its Malaria Program Strategy Team (PST) in a limited-term, full-time role with a salary of up to $21,000/month.
This position focuses on eradicating malaria through innovative technologies like vaccines, diagnostics, digital tools, and vector control strategies—impacting lives across high-burden countries, especially in West and Central Africa.
🌐 What You’ll Do:
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Lead strategy development for malaria intervention projects
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Conduct modeling, forecasting, and qualitative/quantitative analysis
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Collaborate with cross-functional experts in R&D, global health, and AI
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Produce strategy briefs and presentations for senior leadership
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Design and support integrated country plans and pilot programs
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Manage high-impact innovation initiatives and partnerships
✅ Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree (STEM field preferred)
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7+ years experience, including 4 years in management/health consulting
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Strategic planning, project management, and data visualization expertise
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Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
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Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship available)

Strategy Officer – Lead Global Malaria Innovation at Gates Foundation
💵 Compensation & Benefits:
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Salary: $154,200 – $231,400/year (up to $252,200 in Seattle/DC)
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Full health, dental, and vision coverage
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Generous PTO, retirement contributions, and parental leave
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Employee engagement programs
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36-month limited-term contract
🗓️ Deadline to Apply: July 21, 2025
🔗 Apply Now via Gates Foundation Careers Portal
FAQs
Q1: What’s the salary for the Strategy Officer role at Gates Foundation?
💰 The salary ranges from $154,200 to $231,400/year, with higher ranges in Seattle/DC. That’s up to $21K/month.
Q2: Is this a remote position?
📍 The role is U.S.-based with flexibility, ideally in Seattle or Washington, DC.
Q3: What type of experience is required?
✅ A minimum of 7 years of experience, including 4 in consulting, plus exposure to global health, innovation, or data analysis.
Q4: When is the application deadline?
🗓️ July 21, 2025.
Q5: How long is the contract?
🧾 It’s a 36-month limited-term role with full-time benefits.