Other development employers to watch out for

The international development sector is constantly evolving to address current and ongoing global challenges. For professionals in this space — whether seasoned or just starting out — the work can be both demanding and deeply fulfilling, especially for those committed to partnering with organizations dedicated to making a tangible impact. UNOPS, Chemonics International, and Save the Children are some of the better-known employers with a large presence within the sector. However, there are also many lesser-known but highly active employers making significant contributions to the sector. For job seekers looking to break into or advance their careers in international development, these organizations offer valuable opportunities. Here are 10 development organizations that have been actively involved in the sector — and that aspiring professionals should keep on their radar. 1. The Pacific Community Headquarters: 95 Promenade Roger Laroque, BP D5, 98848 Noumea, New Caledonia Year founded: 1947 The Pacific Community, or SPC, is a development organization centered on sustainable development through research and technology operating in the Pacific region. SPC is actively seeking a data outreach and engagement adviser based in New Caledonia. The successful candidate will lead community outreach and engagement activities encouraging data-driven decisions within the Pacific. 🔍 View all current SPC job postings on Devex. 2. Habitat for Humanity International Headquarters: 285 Peachtree Center Ave NE, Suite 2700, Atlanta, USA Year founded: 1976 Habitat for Humanity is a global nonprofit organization providing decent and resilient housing to local and international communities. It is advertising a senior director of programs position who will lead its Asia-Pacific area office. This full-time position involves leading efforts to ensure house deficits within the region. 🔍 View all current Habitat for Humanity job postings on Devex. 3. The Asia Foundation Headquarters: 465 California St., 9th Floor, San Francisco, California, USA Year founded: 1954 The Asia Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of lives of people across Asia and the Pacific through investing in innovative solutions to today’s economic and social challenges. The foundation is looking for a senior development officer — offering an annual salary gross of $83,174 to $124,761. This is a hybrid position to support the transition and expansion of the foundation’s environment and climate action programs. 🔍 View all current Asia Foundation job postings on Devex. 4. WorldFish Headquarters: Jalan Batu Maung, Batu Maung, 11960 Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia Year founded: 1975 WorldFish is a leading global research organization focused on the improvement of food security, nutrition, and livelihood through aquatic food systems. It is currently promoting a post-doctoral fellowship on fisheries assessment and technology based in Maputo or Inhambane, Mozambique. The successful candidate will collaborate with local and international specialists to develop and implement ecological and digital research methods and technologies. 🔍 View all current WorldFish job postings on Devex. 5. National Democratic Institute Headquarters: 455 Massachusetts Ave, NW, 8th Floor, Washington, D.C., USA Year founded: 1983 The National Democratic Institute is a nongovernmental institution partnering with organizations in strengthening and supporting democracy worldwide. NDI recently advertised a resident senior program director located in Baghdad. The role’s function was to lead and manage the enhancement of the citizen’s trust and participation in Iraq’s democratic processes. 🔍 View all current NDI job postings on Devex. 6. IntraHealth International, Inc. Headquarters: 6340 Quadrangle Drive, Suite 150, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA Year founded: 1979 IntraHealth International is a health nonprofit organization focused on strengthening health systems by working with governments and local collaborators around the globe. It is recruiting for a strategic information director position for its anticipated USAID HIV Care and Treatment project. The position will be responsible for monitoring project progress and providing guidance and necessary adjustments. 🔍 View all current IntraHealth International job postings on Devex. 7. International City/County Management Association Headquarters: 777 North Capitol Street, NE, Suite 500, Washington, D.C., USA Year founded: 1914 International City/County Management Association, or ICMA, is a nonprofit engaged in providing community services, advancing local government, and performing grants and contract-funded works. ICMA is advertising a deputy chief of party position based in Guatemala. The successful candidate will lead the anticipated USAID/Guatemala Governance for Local Development Program, which aims to strengthen the ability of local governments to be more responsive, effective, inclusive, and accountable. 🔍 View all current ICMA job postings on Devex. 8. American Institutes for Research Headquarters: 1400 Crystal Drive, 10th floor, Arlington, Virginia, USA Year founded: 1946 American Institutes for Research is a nonpartisan organization mainly conducting behavioral and social science research and technical assistance to resolve pressing challenges worldwide. It is seeking an operations lead who will work on the Food for Education project based in Benin. The successful candidate will coordinate and oversee field activities and monitor the implementation of literacy activities across the northern region of the country. 🔍 View all current AIR job postings on Devex. 9. EngenderHealth Headquarters: 505 9th Street NW, Suite 601, Washington, D.C., USA Year founded: 1937 EngenderHealth is dedicated to advancing gender equality by partnering with communities and organizations that prioritize health and rights. EngenderHealth is promoting a country representative/country project manager who will be responsible for the overall program portfolio, management, and results. The position will be located in Bujumbura, Burundi, with an annual salary ranging from$65,000 to $75,000. 🔍 View all current EngenderHealth job postings on Devex. 10. Integra Government Services International Headquarters: 1156 15th Street NW, Suite 800, Washington, D.C., USA Year founded: 2010 Integra Government Services International, or Integra LLC, is a development firm centered on delivering economic and social solutions globally. Integra LLC is currently searching for a senior MEL specialist based in Jakarta, Indonesia. The successful candidate will specialize in data collection, and monitoring, evaluation and learning, or MEL, activities across the country. 🔍 View all current Integra LLC job postings on Devex. Interested job seekers who are in the global development sector may also want to check other notable employers actively hiring such as Adam Smith International, SEGURA Consulting, The Cadmus Group, and Pragma.