The Agency Fund is a nonprofit innovation lab working to expand human agency — people's ability to make and act on meaningful choices.
We combine the agility of a startup with the reach of a global network, building projects at the intersection of technology, AI, and social science. Our small, distributed team brings together engineers, designers, researchers, and strategists who care deeply about using technology for human good. We've partnered with 200+ organizations worldwide, reaching millions annually through digital tools, behavioral insights, and scalable interventions. We value curiosity, autonomy, and collaboration — and we operate more like a mission-driven startup than a traditional NGO.
Don't see a role that fits right now?
We're a small team with a big mission, and we don't always have open roles — but we're always interested in hearing from people who care about the problems we're working on.
If you're excited about expanding human agency through AI, behavioral science, or technology and you think you could contribute to what we're building, we'd love to stay in touch. Submit a General Interest application and tell us who you are, what you're good at, and what draws you to our work. We review these on a rolling basis and reach out when something relevant opens up.
We're especially curious about people with backgrounds in:
Software engineering and AI/ML
Research, behavioral science, or development economics
Product design and UX
People operations, finance, or internal systems
Communications, content, or strategic partnerships
Program management and operational execution
This list isn't exhaustive so if you have a skill set that feels relevant to our mission, tell us about it.
Who you are:
You're drawn to mission-driven work and care about real-world impact, not just interesting problems
You're comfortable with ambiguity and thrive in small, entrepreneurial environments
You take initiative, work autonomously, and don't need a lot of hand-holding to get things done
You're a clear communicator and can work across a globally distributed team
You're humble, curious, and eager to keep learning
Bonus points if you have:
Experience working remotely and across time zones
Familiarity with global development, public health, or behavioral interventions
Prior experience at a startup, nonprofit innovation lab, or research organization
Why join us:
True Flexibility and Remote-First Culture: We believe in results over rigid schedules. As a globally distributed team, we've built a culture that supports you doing your best work, wherever and whenever that is.
Global Collaboration: Join a small, talented, and mission-driven team distributed across the globe.
Collaborate with Bold Thinkers: Work alongside experts in software, AI, social psychology, and development economics who are solving complex global problems.
Mission-Driven Impact: Your work will directly contribute to projects that improve health outcomes, social impact, and expand the capabilities of millions through AI and data-driven technology.
Compensation & Growth: We offer salaries benchmarked to be internationally competitive, paying higher than local market rates in most regions to attract world-class talent, while maintaining the sustainability of our non-profit mission.
Global Travel Opportunities: Opportunities for team meetups and project-related travel, contingent on visa acquisition.
Interest in mission-driven work across software, research, design, people ops, communications, and program management; comfortable with ambiguity; strong communicator; remote-ready.
Key Responsibilities
- reviewing submissions
- networking opportunities
- communicating opportunities
Job Details
- Category: Research and Development (R&D)
- Seniority: No Prior Experience Required
- Commitment: Full Time
- Workplace: Remote — United States
- Languages: English
About The Agency Fund
A nonprofit innovation lab expanding human agency through AI, behavioral science, and technology. — Industry: Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs