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Becoming an International Humanitarian Aid Worker
A concise guide to getting started in international humanitarian aid
Chen Reis (Author), Tania Bernath (Author)
9780128043141, Elsevier Science
Paperback, published 19 October 2016
142 pages
22.9 x 15.1 x 1.1 cm, 0.2 kg
Becoming an International Humanitarian Aid Worker draws on the experiences of those currently working and those hiring people to work in humanitarian aid today, and an analysis of job postings over a 9-month period. It provides relevant information and advice to help jobseekers make more informed decisions about what steps to take. It first pushes prospective job seekers to reflect on whether this is the right career path for them. It then provides tried and tested strategies for preparing for a humanitarian career and being competitive in the humanitarian job market, serving as a comprehensive guide for those thinking about a career in international humanitarian aid.
Part I: Background Information1. International Humanitarian Aid Today2. Humanitarian Organizations and Jobs3. The Reality of Working in Humanitarian Aid Part II: Preparing to Work in Humanitarian Aid4. Core Competencies in Humanitarian Action: Soft Skills5. Core Competencies in Humanitarian Action: Hard Skills6. Experiences7. Networks Part III: Searching for Jobs and What You Need to Know When You Have an Offer8. Job Search9. After the Job Offer
Subject Areas: Natural disasters [RNR], Public administration [JPP], Social impact of disasters [JFFC]
