Volunteering is often touted as an excellent way to break into international development. It can be challenging to land a full-time, paid position when you lack experience, so volunteering can be an effective way to build the skills that will eventually help you land a permanent position.
Many aspiring aid workers start out in this field by taking volunteer assignments while in school or just after graduating. In fact, volunteers are commonly perceived as young and inexperienced individuals who are eager to give back and make a difference. While some volunteers fall into this category, it doesn’t quite encompass the many volunteers — and volunteering needs — out there.
Yesterday, Devex hosted a webinar with United Nations Volunteers, the agency that recruits volunteers to assist with their missions across the U.N. system.
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