While there are hundreds of consulting opportunities available at any given time on Devex’s jobs board, there are many more that are not advertised, which means the ability to network effectively is of special significance for those seeking consulting work.
“Most of the time, the hiring unit or hiring manager doesn’t need to advertise. They know where to go; they have a network of contacts that they value and they use internally and externally, so it's very important for an individual to know this and to explore opportunities to connect,” said Roberto Amorosino, a career coach and a former senior HR specialist at World Bank.
Here are five key networking tips that global development career experts recommend for those seeking consulting roles.