You’re in the running for an amazing international development job, and the question of compensation comes up. What do you do?
“People shy away from negotiating salary because they’d rather avoid conflict, but it’s really about creating a win-win for both you and the employer,” said Shana Montesol Johnson, a certified career and executive coach based in the Philippines who frequently works with international development professionals.
Here are some tips on negotiating the salary you deserve — whether you’re an experienced independent consultant or a recent graduate looking for a full-time position with a nonprofit or donor agency.