From chiefs of party, directors of finance, and program officers, U.S. Agency for International Development-funded projects offer a wide array of exciting opportunities for development consultants across the globe. But obtaining one of these jobs is far from a straightforward process within USAID’s complicated web of funding proposals and role requirements.
To help job seekers navigate the USAID ecosystem, Devex hosted a digital event featuring insights from Susanne Barsoum, founder and CEO of KeyLime International, which specializes in USAID proposal and project management consulting. We asked her what applicants need to know when pursuing USAID consulting work.
Highlights from this event include:
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Justin Sablich
Justin is a contributing writer and editor who previously led Devex’s careers content strategy. Before joining Devex, Justin served as the managing editor of Springwise, covering sustainable and climate-tech innovation across all business sectors. He also spent over 13 years as an editor and writer for the New York Times, specializing in digital content production and strategy while producing written and multimedia content on a range of topics, including travel, sports, and technology.
