Whether you’re an independent consultant from Islamabad preparing for a job interview with a U.S. donor, or a French NGO representative about to meet new development business partners in Manila — chances are you’ve found yourself wondering: What do I wear?
Dressing for business meetings or job interviews can be a challenge for globe-trotting, culture-hopping aid workers. True, the dilemma is common in any industry — but it is especially tricky in one that covers a diverse range of organizations and regions, such as international development.
One general rule to follow when figuring out how to dress for the occasion, according to Valarie Barksdale, a recruitment specialist for the Catholic Relief Services: You want to look like you want the job.