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10 Large NGOs Providing Support in Africa

A large continent with over 50 countries, Africa is a mix of diverse landscapes, wildlife, history, and culture. However, even though the most naturally rich continent-with tropical rain forests, deserts, fertile grasslands, and mountains-many African countries still depend on international support to meet the needs of their population. It is estimated that around 500 million people in Africa live under the poverty line. The continent presents a wide range of challenges not seen anywhere else-a lack of fresh water, widespread …

How To Get An NGO Jobs In Australia (Complete Guide)

Australia is one of the world leaders in foreign aid. The country donates over 4.5 billion dollars a year in international humanitarian and development funding. There are a huge number of NGOs in Australia, from major household names to small community groups. We’ve put together this guide for anyone who wants to learn more about working for an NGO in Australia. Its ideal for students and recent graduates planning their first moves into the Australian NGO sector, as well as …

9 NGO Nursing Jobs (And What You Need To Apply)

Many people who are qualified nurses are interested in working for NGOs. Taking a job with an NGO allows them to use their medical training to help people affected by conflicts, disasters or crises, or those living in poverty around the world. There are a wide range of jobs across the NGO sector open to nurses. Here we break down some of the most commonly recruited NGO nursing roles… Medical Coordinator A first NGO job that is often taken by …

7 NGO Jobs For Teachers (And What You Need To Apply)

Many people who are qualified teachers want to use their skills to provide education to children and young people living through humanitarian crises, or experiencing extreme poverty. There are many jobs for teachers across the NGO sector. Here we’ve broken down some of the most common NGO roles for teachers, as well as the likely qualifications and experience you will need to apply… Education Officer A first job that teachers often take with NGOs is the role of Education Officer. …

6 NGO Jobs For Pharmacists (And What You Need To Apply)

Many NGOs run medical projects ensuring that people who experience crises, conflicts or disasters, or those living in poverty, are able receive quality healthcare. As a result, almost all medical NGOs have a range of roles open to qualified pharmacists. If you are a trained pharmacist and interested in joining the NGO sector, check out of guide to some of the mostly commonly recruited NGO pharmacy roles… Base Pharmacist A first job that pharmacists can take with an NGO is …

8 NGO Jobs Helping Children (And What You Need To Apply)

Many people see disasters and conflicts around the world, and the impact they have on children, and really want to do something. Others see children living in poverty, or facing injustice, and also wish to help. There are a huge number of NGOs working with children and young people around the world, and many jobs in the NGO sector open to those qualified to work with young people. Here we’ve given some examples of the most common NGO jobs that …

6 NGO Jobs For Lawyers (And What You Need To Apply)

Many lawyers want to use their training to do good, and to assist people in need. NGOs work around the world helping people affected by conflicts or disasters, or living in destitution. This means NGOs must operate in complex and changeable legal environments. It’s common for NGOs to recruit a range of positions that are ideal for qualified lawyers. Here’s we’ve included a few of the most common NGO legal roles… Legal Advisor A first job that NGOs often hire …

6 NGO Human Rights Jobs (And What You Need To Apply)

Human rights are a series of inalienable protections that all people around the world should enjoy, regardless of race, nationality, religious belief, gender or sexual orientation. Sadly, there are many parts of the world where human rights are not respected. There are many NGOs that make it their mission to promote human rights in the countries they work. Across the NGO sector, there are many jobs open to those interested in doing human rights work. Here we go over some …