Who We Are

IDAD's team works across Liberia but we share a deep commitment to our mission, vision, and values. We are a team of governance professionals, researchers, legal advocates, and civic educators. We have staff working from our Monrovia headquarters and county offices across Liberia. Our global team is headquartered in Monrovia.

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At IDAD, we strive to reward our employees equitably and transparently. This means that we pay our team members based on a clear and consistent methodology and without regard to identity or personal relationships. We have made this model fully transparent, so that everyone has access to all information related to compensation.

If you are an employee at IDAD, we hope this helps you understand your compensation. If you are a job candidate, we hope this helps you better understand IDAD’s values and commitments to our employees.

Learn more about our approach to compensation and how compensation works in each of the counties where we operate:

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Our Commitment to Equity and Transparency in Compensation

If you are an employee at IDAD, we hope this helps you understand your compensation. If you are a job candidate, we hope this helps you better understand IDAD's values and commitments to our employees.

Learn more about our approach to compensation and how compensation works in each of the counties where we operate:

Montserrado Nimba Bong Lofa Grand Bassa

Benefits at IDAD

IDAD offers a benefits package to all employees. These benefits vary according to market expectations and local labour laws.

Meaningful Work

Every role at IDAD contributes directly to strengthening democratic institutions and improving lives in Liberia.

Flexible Vacation Time

Significant paid time off, sick leave, and approximately one week office closure at year end.

Build Your Skills

Access to a range of technical and leadership development opportunities across the governance sector.

Fair Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package, including health coverage, paid leave, and retirement support.

Equipped for Excellence

Access to the technology and resources needed to do your job effectively.

Professional Development

IDAD supports continuous professional development, mentorship, and opportunities to build expertise.

Families Welcome

All moms and dads get generous paid leave when they deliver or adopt.

Peace of Mind

Counselling and resilience services to help our staff thrive in the midst of challenges.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at IDAD

At IDAD, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all members of our community by embracing diverse voices and working daily to remove barriers caused by social injustice and inequality. Our commitment to these values extends throughout our community: from our staff to our partners, peers, and the communities we work with.

IDAD is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Learn more ›

Employee Testimonials

“IDAD embraces a culture of transparency, accountability, and learning. The organisational environment allows staff to take risks, try new approaches, and be open about our challenges and successes. We bring new ideas, challenge old norms, and find ways to think outside the box while solving some of the toughest governance challenges in Liberia.”

IDAD Team Member

Programme Officer, IDAD Liberia