Top organisations hiring in international development

ByCatalina Russu

Top organisations hiring in international development

Working in the development sector provides a wealth of opportunities to contribute to the world in a meaningful way and to also grow a successful international career. In order to succeed, you have to know the key players. Donor governments, international financial institutions, consultancy firms, and NGOs have been dominant players providing aid, technical assistance and funding. We have compiled some of the most influential organisations in international development who have the highest number of open positions. Take a look and get your application ready!

Name: United Nations (UN)
Headquarters: USA
Nr. of employees: 10001+
Type: Funding Agency
Nr. of jobs: > 190

The United Nations is an international organisation founded in 1945 which is currently made up of 193 Member States. The organisation is committed to maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations and promoting social progress, better living standards and human rights. The UN is certainly not lacking career opportunities given the broad range of activities of the numerous UN organisations (UNDP, UNICEF, WHO, UNEP, etc.) globally.  The full selection process for UN agencies takes from 2 weeks to 4 months so, if you want to start a UN career, arm yourself with patience. Check all the UN career opportunities here.

Name: FHI 360
Headquarters: USA
Nr. of employees: 1001 – 5000
Type: NGO
Nr. of jobs: > 120

Established in 1971, FHI 360 is a global non-profit development organisation that has long managed projects relating to family health. FHI 360 seeks individuals for short- and long-term work assignments that arise through their proposal development process. Sectors include global health and nutrition, education, civil society, economic development and livelihoods and research of the environment thus creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 international consultants serve more than 60 countries and all U.S. states and territories. Check all the open positions at FHI 360 here.

Name: Solidarités International
Headquarters: France
Nr. of employees: 1001 – 5000
Type: NGO
Nr. of jobs: > 60

Founded in 1980, Solidarités International began as a developing organisation aiming to deliver aid where humanitarian crises occurred. For over 39 years, the organisation has worked towards meeting the three basic needs – water, food, and shelter – of vulnerable and crisis-affected populations and, more specifically, has been committed to fighting against waterborne disease, the leading cause of death in the world. Solidarités International is looking for professionals with strong expertise in food security, humanitarian aid, and emergency or water and sanitation to work in countries such as Nigeria, Yemen, France, Burkina Faso, Dem. Rep. Congo etc. Check their latest open positions here.

Name: World Bank
Headquarters: USA
Nr. of employees: 5001-10000
Type: Funding Agency, Financial Institution
Nr. of jobs: > 40

The World Bank Group is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries. Established in 1944, the World Bank Group is headquartered in Washington, D.C. and has more than 10,000 employees in more than 120 offices worldwide. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity and promoting sustainable development. The World Bank Group is looking for international specialists with expertise in climate change, disaster management, education, financial crisis, food crisis, fragile and conflict states, growth and renewable energy, health systems, land reform, public-private partnerships, public sector, water resources, etc. Check all the WB open positions here.

Name: Norwegian Refugee Council
Headquarters: Norway
Nr. of employees: 5001-10000
Type: NGO
Nr. of jobs: > 40

The Norwegian Refugee Council is an independent humanitarian organisation founded in 1946, helping people forced to flee. They work in crises across 31 countries where they help to save lives and rebuild futures. This includes refugees and internally displaced persons who are forced to flee their homes as a result of conflict, human rights violations and acute violence, as well as climate change and natural disasters. With regard to career opportunities, their aim is to establish Framework Agreements for specific areas of expertise under which to issue future consultancy contracts. The Norwegian Refugee Council is looking for international professionals in countries such as Iraq, Colombia, Greece, Honduras, etc. Check all their open positions here.

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