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    Careers in international development: You ask, Devex answers

    Not sure how to find a job that's right for you or how to build a consulting resume? Kate Warren, Devex's director of global recruitment services, shares advice as she answers questions posed by participants of this members-only webinar.

    By Devex Editor // 04 September 2012
    Whether you’re a recent graduate, a mid-level official or a veteran consultant: If you’re working in development cooperation, you’re navigating an increasingly competitive yet supremely rewarding industry with ample opportunity to do good around the world – in the public, private or nonprofit sectors. But we’re sure you have questions — about how to find a job that’s right for you, build a consulting resume or highlight your transferable skills when transitioning from the private sector. Devex tries to answer these questions as well as possible — as it did in a recent webinar for Devex members, featuring Kate Warren, Devex’s director of global recruitment services. Check out the recording by clicking the image above. Can’t watch the webinar right now? Check out the audio podcast and listen to the full webinar — it’s great material for people on the go like you! And remember that as a Devex member, you’re also able to access our complete career coverage — including all webinar recordings — on www.devex.com. Here’s just a small sample: Volunteering with the UN: A mid-level career strategy How to transition to a career in global development Gender-focused careers in international development How to launch a career in global health Networking for people who dread networking How to get a job with Europeaid CV makeover: Extreme edition Check out more career advice and analysis online, and subscribe to Doing Good to receive top international development career and recruitment news.

    Whether you’re a recent graduate, a mid-level official or a veteran consultant: If you’re working in development cooperation, you’re navigating an increasingly competitive yet supremely rewarding industry with ample opportunity to do good around the world – in the public, private or nonprofit sectors.

    But we’re sure you have questions — about how to find a job that’s right for you, build a consulting resume or highlight your transferable skills when transitioning from the private sector. Devex tries to answer these questions as well as possible — as it did in a recent webinar for Devex members, featuring Kate Warren, Devex’s director of global recruitment services. Check out the recording by clicking the image above.

    Can’t watch the webinar right now? Check out the audio podcast and listen to the full webinar — it’s great material for people on the go like you!

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