Senior Product Manager, International Rapid Response Payment Systems

GiveDirectly is seeking a Senior Product Manager to drive the design, evaluation, and deployment of cutting-edge payment solutions that support cash transfers to people affected by crises or in extreme poverty—anywhere in the world. This individual will serve as the technical and strategic lead on payment rails and digital transfer mechanisms within the International Rapid Response (IRR) Product team, with a strong focus on reaching displaced and crisis-affected populations with unconditional cash assistance efficiently, securely, and with dignity. The ideal candidate will combine technical knowledge of global payment systems—including aggregator platforms and blockchain-based solutions—with a deep curiosity for solving complex financial and technology challenges. The Senior Product Manager will play a pivotal role in identifying, testing, and scaling solutions that allow GiveDirectly to deliver cash directly to individuals in emergency settings across the globe. They will own the product vision, roadmap, and prioritization for international payments infrastructure, translating strategic objectives into actionable product goals, features, and success metrics. The individual will ensure payment strategies align with on-the-ground realities and compliance frameworks, and continuously refine internal payment playbooks and propose systemic improvements to speed, reliability, and recipient experience.