Stay Away - Director Build Change Employee Review

1.0
13 Sept 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Global staff are kind and a pleasure to work with.

Cons

Working at Build Change will drain you. There’s deep mistrust of staff even if you work hard. Favoritism runs rampant. Boils down to whether CEO likes you. This feeds into a culture of fear provoked by leadership and carried out by those in the inner circle. Same two executives closest to the CEO get promoted often (check track record). Expressing one’s opinions or appearing to want change to antiquated ways will get you blackballed or ousted. Turnover amongst POC over the past 2 years is alarming. Build Change goes against what its name states.

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5.0
18 Apr 2025
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Local leadership is from the countries where they have programs. Diverse experiences and ideas.

Cons

Collaborating across time zones requires flexibility in your schedule.

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5.0
9 Sept 2024
Recommend
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Pros

I've been at Build Change for over 5 years, and still count myself lucky to work here: - The work is mission driven and Build Change really does what it says it does. - I feel 100% supported by my coworkers and feel motivated by their passion for what they do - I have a lot of agency over what projects I choose to work on and in shaping their outcomes - I have been given a lot of opportunities for progression and feel that my managers have always believed in my abilities (often more than I have myself!) - I respect and appreciate the vision and direction from senior leadership. They have always listened to me when I have come with ideas or concerns. - I like working for a small organisation that can quickly adapt and respond to changing needs. - My personal travel and life with a young family works well with the 100% remote role - I've had the opportunity to travel to places I never thought I'd see, and to see them through the eyes of local residents.

Cons

Budget for administrative support is understandably tight, so sometimes I end up helping out outside of my role, but it's not a big deal.

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