The United Kingdom is a central hub for national and international development agencies. From the International Maritime Organization to Save the Children International, The Prince’s Trust, and Amnesty International, these institutions form robust networks dedicated to supporting communities and fostering humanitarian action worldwide.
For those looking to work in the development sector, the United Kingdom offers many engaging opportunities. Over the last 12 months, Devex’s job board featured 4,029 job listings in the U.K. Notably, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office have been the most active in posting U.K.-based jobs during this period.
Who else makes the top development employers in the United Kingdom? From local governmental bodies to international organizations, here are the U.K.’s top 12 employers for global development positions, contributing to development efforts within and beyond their borders.
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Kristiana Louise Ortega
Kristiana Louise Ortega is a Data Quality and Knowledge Management Associate at Devex. She is part of the Data Collections Team where she assists in the overall content strategy, ensuring quality and accurate data and provides support in research and analysis. She has a bachelor’s degree in Asian Studies from the University of Santo Tomas.
