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3.7

63% would recommend to a friend

(561 total reviews)
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Mark Suzman

81% approve of CEO

70% positive business outlook

Gates Foundation has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 561 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Gates Foundation employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Nonprofit & NGO industry (3.7 stars).

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561 reviews
4.0
Mar 31, 2011
Recommend
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Pros

It's satisfying to work for an organization that is actively trying to make the world a better place, rather than trying to increase shareholder profits. I have a supportive manager who encourages growth and stretch goals. After being here several years, I feel a sense of camaraderie with my team and believe that we are making a difference with our work.

Cons

Some employees have a strong sense of entitlement and are demanding of and demeaning to other staff. A few managers appear to have been promoted for their technical skills without having any real people-management skills, which has led to team dysfunction and job dissatisfaction. However, senior management is aware of this and have implemented a robust management skills training curriculum. It helps to know that the top leaders are listening and willing to make positive changes.

4.0
May 12, 2010

Opportunity to make a difference.

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Foundation has wonderful mission and is funded to make progress. Everywhere you go, people will say "Wow, you work at the Gates Foundation? How do I get a job there?" Incredibly smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference in people's lives. Fabulous benefits. Great physical work enviroment. It will be even better with the move to the new campus in April 2011.

Cons

Culture of management setting unrealistic goals within a given period of time. Burnout among employees is very common and work/life balance is nearly impossible in order to be successful at the foundation.

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