It’s a sector of the international development community that likes to remain under the radar. Yet it serves as a lifeline for thousands of humanitarians who risk their lives on a daily basis. As part of an in-depth report, Devex spoke extensively with Andrew Firth, head of risk for one of South Sudan’s leading security companies, to find out what it takes to be a leader in this field.
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Sam is a Devex Contributor based in South Sudan. Over the past 12 years she’s reported on conflict, post-conflict, and development stories from the Middle East, Africa, Asia, South America, and Europe. Her work has appeared in Devex, the Associated Press, VICE, The Guardian, Foreign Policy, and The New Humanitarian, among others. Sam also produces and hosts the Happiness at Work Podcast, interviewing authors, speakers and thought leaders about what it takes to live productive and fulfilling lives.
