The international development landscape has seen seismic shifts over the past year, and many in the field are looking for work with more competition than ever before. While well-established organizations such as the United Nations Development Programme, the International Finance Corporation, and Mercy Corps are often the first to come to mind, they still represent only part of the picture. We’ve compiled a list of organizations that — though less widely recognized — also possess a growing influence in the sector, and help drive meaningful change.
Building on last year’s roundup, this edition revisits key development players and introduces emerging organizations that merit close attention from aspiring professionals.