Emma Smith
Latest Articles
The top global development employers of 2025
11 days ago // Job Board Insights
Devex looks at hiring trends for one of the most turbulent years for job seekers in the world of global development.
How to land your next mission-driven role, from someone who's done it
11 days ago // Devex Career Events
This former USAID staffer found meaningful and purpose-driven work outside of the global development sector.
How two global development pros turned layoffs into consulting careers
19 days ago // Devex Career Events
Two consultants share tips for successfully pivoting to project- and client-based work.
The AI skills global development professionals need in 2026
about 1 month ago // Devex Career Event
Job seekers who show curiosity, judgment, and leadership in AI use will stand out in a competitive market.
How Africa’s development job market is changing in 2026
about 1 month ago // Devex Career Event
Business models are shifting and there's demand for professionals with problem solving and donor skills. But it's a highly competitive job market and salaries are not what they used to be.
UN agencies embrace AI as budgets fall and staff demand rises
about 2 months ago // Artificial Intelligence
In the face of budget cuts and rising staff demand, United Nations agencies are ramping up efforts to leverage artificial intelligence.
Why Save the Children US prioritizes donor engagement skills in hiring
about 2 months ago // Devex Career Events
As the organization rebuilds its fundraising teams, its looking for experts with transferable skills to engage new donors.
What would-be interns need to know about the World Bank’s new program
about 2 months ago // Devex Career Events
Talent experts from the World Bank Group join Devex to talk about the talent program, which is launching next week, and share exclusive tips on how to stand out as an applicant.
How to run a smarter job search in 2026
2 months ago // Devex Career Events
Career coaches Dan Freehling and Spencer Campbell provide job seekers with expert guidance on finding their place in a changing sector and pursuing a more strategic, data-driven job search.
Is MrBeast a force for good in development — or a big problem?
3 months ago // Philanthropy
News of the strategic collaboration between MrBeast and The Rockefeller Foundation signals the young YouTuber’s growing influence in modern philanthropy. He has raised hundreds of millions for good causes. But his flashy methods remain controversial, and he risks skewing how a generation perceives aid.