With thousands of development workers laid off or furloughed in the wake of USAID’s dismantling, many affected are wondering if there will be enough work to go around to maintain a successful consulting career in the sector. 

This is why we’ve put together this guide for development consultants, which draws from the collective wisdom of career coaches, recruiters, and seasoned professionals in the field. They offer insider guidance on how to navigate this uncertain period. Coupled with the latest job board data insights, this guide will help you manage the most prevalent challenges consultants are encountering in the current development recruitment landscape. 

What you’ll learn:

• Why networking is more important than ever and how to improve your approach. 
• The consulting skills that are in demand as the sector continues evolving. 
• Who is still hiring consultants in a reshaped recruitment landscape. 
• How to approach contract and rate negotiations in the new normal. 
• What the future may hold for the consulting profession, and much more.