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      Overhiring is a Major Issue.... - Anonymous employee Gates Foundation Employee Review

      3.0
      9 Mar 2016
      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
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      Pros

      This is a wonderful organization that does incredible work, and feeling like you're contributing to the mission is incredibly motivating and inspiring. The CEO is a brilliant woman and seems to generally care about the happiness and well-being of the staff. The work done by the program teams, in spite of themselves, is valuable and important work. We are making a difference.

      Cons

      OMG -- seriously, stop with the over-hiring! Just because you CAN hire a double- or triple PhD from Harvard doesn't mean you SHOULD. Overall the organization is STILL too large, too reliant on contractors and consultants (don't get me started on IT) and the scope of your work will be incredibly small, so you will fee like you just magically stepped ten years back in your career. Nowhere to develop, grow, or advance. Stagnation.

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      Gates Foundation Response
      9y
      Thank you so much for your thoughts on areas of improvement. I would love to sit down with you to understand a bit better what you are seeing from your vantage point. pam.yanchik@gatesfoundation.org

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      5.0
      24 Apr 2026
      Senior program officer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
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      Pros

      Everyone is aligned to the mission. Fantastic benefits.

      Cons

      These could be pros for some but travel and ambiguity are things to deal with

      3.0
      8 Jun 2026
      Program manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Mission-based work Diverse, passionate employee base Healthcare benefit Parental leave and support Unlimited PTO

      Cons

      Poor work-life balance Perfectionist culture Unreasonable expectations with working hours High levels of burnout Retaliation for setting boundaries with working hours Culture resistant to prioritization of work

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