International development is about engaging with economically disadvantaged regions in the world to empower people to improve their well-being and address causes of poverty. Jobs in this sector are diverse, encompassing governance, healthcare, education, gender, disaster preparedness, infrastructure, economics and livelihoods, human rights, forced migration, security, conflict, the environment and other associated issues. Whilst many international development organisations also respond to emergencies by providing or funding disaster relief and humanitarian aid, international development seeks to implement long-term solutions to problems by working with developing countries to help them create the capacity needed to provide such sustainable solutions.
If you are interested in working for a Development NGO, there are a number of resources available to help you make an informed choice.
Dóchas resources
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Read our weekly newsletter, the Dóchas Wednesday News to find the most current vacancies in the Irish Development sector
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Visit the websites of Dóchas members to see what vacancies currently exist
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Situations Vacant - An analysis of jobs advertised in Dóchas Wednesday News 2007-2011
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Working in Development (Blog post by Dóchas)
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Volunteering: Empowering individuals and communities (Dóchas briefing paper)
Other useful resources
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Visit the Volunteering Options website
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Check out the Irish Aid website
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So, you’re thinking of studying an MA in Development Studies? Think again. (whydev.org)
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Career advice (Blog: whydev.org)