Organization Overview: New Incentives uses a cost-effective, evidence-based approach to increase routine childhood vaccinations in northern Nigeria, a region with some of the highest child mortality rates and lowest childhood vaccination rates in the world. Working within government clinics and in conjunction with existing programs, New Incentives provides small cash incentives to caregivers after their infant has received the latest round of vaccinations while also raising awareness about vaccinations and supporting vaccine supply efforts. New Incentives has been a GiveWell top charity since 2020.
Position Overview: New Incentives is at an exciting inflection point. Having established a rigorous evidence base for our core conditional cash transfer program for routine immunization, we are now investing in building a pipeline of new, cost-effective interventions—from lighter-touch program variants to complementary health interventions like ORS distribution—that extend our impact and inform how we scale.
We are seeking a Program Explorations Associate to support the organization in identifying and piloting new, potentially highly cost-effective program additions. This is a field-heavy role: you will spend significant time on the ground in Nigeria observing pilots, troubleshooting implementation challenges, and engaging with stakeholders from caregivers to government officials. Back at your desk, you will coordinate across internal teams to translate what you learn into operational improvements.
The ideal candidate is a sharp, adaptable problem-solver who thrives in ambiguous environments and can move fluidly between field observation, stakeholder conversations, and internal coordination. Success requires being comfortable engaging critically with evidence and asking the right questions.
Location: Remote, Global
Position: Full-time
Salary: $60k - $80k
Travel: Travel to Nigeria 3-4 times/year
