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Specialist-level program staff - Anonymous employee Save the Children US Employee Review

1.0
Oct 26, 2015
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Senior management is very accessible and friendly. They will always say hi when they pass you in the hallway and strike up conversations just to hear your thoughts, how you're doing, etc. I've never worked anywhere that had such accessible senior management staff. Work-life balance is fairly decent, depending on the department you're in. Most of the staff are very nice, especially IT, benefits, HR.

Cons

Too many to list. Basically, don't work here, at least not now or for the next 5-10 years. The old boys club still exists at the middle level of management and they protect each other at all costs, at great expense to those at the support level who actually do the work. No one can tell what these managers actually do; looks like nothing. It might be better when these people retire in 5-10 years, but I'd doubt it. Misogyny and ageism abound. If you're a younger woman just be prepared to be treated like crap and like a moron from your superiors, meanwhile your male counterparts can basically do nothing and get away with it. Forget about promotions; unless you're in upper level management it's not possible. There's no transparency to the process. The organization actively works to try to cut your salary at great effort and any time someone leaves and the job is reposted it's always at a lower level for less pay. There's no upward mobility. Except for a handful of nice people, the environment is toxic. You're encouraged to act like you're in middle school and talk behind each other's backs. Just don't come here, seriously. It's not worth it. I'm getting out of here as soon as I can.

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Save the Children offers deeply meaningful, mission-driven work alongside colleagues who are genuinely committed to impact. I’ve had a very positive experience with my manager, and there are many strong, thoughtful professionals across the organization. More recently, new staff coming in have been high-caliber and bring fresh energy and expertise. There are signs the organization is moving in a more positive direction, and benefits and flexibility are solid for the nonprofit sector.

Cons

There was a major reduction in staffing over the course of a year, carried out in several large phases due to a decline in public funding. This was followed by a number of senior staff departures, which, in combination, affected morale and increased uncertainty across teams. From a staff perspective, the pace and communication around these changes sometimes felt abrupt and not always clearly explained. While change is never easy, the experience was particularly challenging for those navigating ongoing transitions and shifting priorities. At times, there can also be a perception of inconsistency in how personnel decisions are made, which can further impact trust.

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