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Resume formats for international development professionals

International development professionals can choose from an array of resume and curriculum vitae formats for specific positions, organizations and countries. Here’s a roundup of some resume formats used by applicants for development jobs in the U.S. and beyond.

By Ingrid Ahlgren // 23 December 2010

In the field of international development, job seekers have a range of resume and CV formats to choose from. Knowing these types and where to use them will give you an edge over thousands of candidates vying for positions in development organizations.

Here’s a roundup of some of the resume and CV formats used by development job applicants in the U.S. and beyond.

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