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Aid sector job interview Vs traditional hiring dialogue: learn the key distinctions and do your homework
Are you looking for a job in the international development sector? In that case, the hiring interview will have industry-specific questions and issues that you will not have previously had to deal with. This is because working in the aid sector requires not only specific knowledge and skills but also an advanced ability to deal with the social and environmental challenges that are involved. Furthermore, for prospective development specialists, the interviewing phase provides
Nov 104 min read


Webinar: How to Secure Jobs and Assignments in the Development Sector: Tips from Top Recruiters
This informative session provided invaluable insights for professionals at all levels seeking to advance their careers in the development sector. During the webinar, attendees learned how to identify suitable opportunities, tailor their professional profiles, and avoid common pitfalls that can hinder job and assignment success. The event featured expert recruiters who shared practical tips and strategies for navigating the competitive landscape of the development sector emplo
Nov 102 min read


Preparing for consulting interviews: Top tips and proven strategies
Most often, when a candidate hears about a consulting or case interview, one thing comes to mind – case study research. These types of interviews involve the candidate being given a hypothetical situation so that their analytical thinking can be evaluated when they provide their solution to the case. No wonder that addressing this difficult scenario frequently becomes the main focus of any candidate. But problem-solving is just one of the interview phases. Below, we will delv
Nov 74 min read


No answer to your cover letter? Seven tips on the do’s and don'ts from experienced recruiters
Nowadays, almost every open vacancy requires the submission of a CV and a cover letter. These two documents reveal much about the person submitting an application. In the letter, the candidate is expected to explain why he or she would like to fill the position and to do that well, one has to be passionate – at the risk of becoming overly enthusiastic about the new job. Then, after hitting ‘Send,’ the wait begins, leaving the applicant feeling anxious and wondering how long
Nov 73 min read


Expert guide to consulting fees and per diems from DevelopmentAid recruiters
Various organizations seek consulting advice to benefit from professional guidance and assistance to accomplish project goals, improve operations, maximize aid efficiency, and avoid or resolve certain issues. However, since every organization and project is unique in its goals and the problems for which a solution is sought by using consulting services, the cost of this advice will also be specific to each. Pricing goods is simpler than pricing services since it is easier to
Nov 75 min read
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