The global development sector is quite unlike any other, and the usual career advice and rules do not always apply. From humanitarian aid workers, to United States Agency for International Development consultants, to policy makers in Brussels, there are hundreds of different ways global development professionals are doing good. It is also a very competitive job market, where increasingly the private sector, tech companies, and startups are contributing new ideas and changing the types of skill sets in demand.
Through practical advice, insider insights, and exclusive webinars, Devex strives to answer your most pressing career questions and help you navigate the sector. We know it’s difficult to cover everything, however. That’s why we’ve launched Ask Devex, a new monthly online event for Career Account members where you can directly ask resident career guru, Kate Warren, for advice on your next steps.
About the author
Emma Smith
Emma Smith is a reporting and communications associate at Devex, based in Barcelona. She focuses on bringing the latest career and hiring trends, tips, and insights to our global development community. Emma has a background in journalism and, in addition to writing for news publications, has worked with organizations focusing on child rights and women’s rights in sustainable development.
