↑ Prospects.ac.uk - International aid/development workers provide aid and assistance to people and communities in the developing world
Humanitarian aid work often involves responding to emergency situations, helping those affected by natural and man-made disasters, such as earthquakes and war.
↑ Nationalcareers.service.gov.uk - Job Title: Aid Worker Other job titles: Development Worker, Humanitarian Aid Worker, Relief Worker. Aid workers support people in foreign countries affected by human or natural disasters such as wars, disease outbreaks, and earthquakes.
Requirements: - Passion for helping others. Good communication and teamwork skills. Willingness to work in challenging and unpredictable environments. Flexibility and adaptability.
Career path and progression: Multiple paths to becoming an aid worker include volunteering, internships, and obtaining relevant qualifications. Progression comes from gaining experience and further training.
Current opportunities: Opportunities in aid work are ongoing, with organisations constantly seeking motivated individuals. Watch for job openings and explore volunteering programs for valuable experiences.
Euan Crispin: UN-Habitat
Beatriz Gonzalez Mendoza: UN-Habitat
Patricia Schappo - PhD researcher "Patricia's research investigates the potential of marketplaces as settings of multipurpose urban development. "
↑ Hic-net.org - HIC is a global, independent, and non-profit network for the defence, promotion and realisation of human rights related to habitat and a safe place to live in peace and with dignity, both in urban and rural areas.
↑ Gov.uk- We aim to position the UK as a responsible and effective international actor. Invest in long-term global relationships. Promote and protect security, prosperity, and sovereignty. Shape an open and stable international order.
Who we are: Employ 17,033 staff worldwide. Operate in 281 embassies and high commissions abroad. Have UK-based staff in London, East Kilbride, and Milton Keynes.
↑ Alnap.org - ALNAP is a global network of NGOs, UN agencies, members of the Red Cross/Crescent Movement, donors, academics, networks and consultants dedicated to learning how to improve response to humanitarian crises.
We believe that by improving the quality, availability and use of knowledge and evidence from previous responses we can make the system perform better and be more accountable.
To do this, we facilitate learning between our Network Members, host the largest library of evaluations of humanitarian action, carry out original research and host events and conferences.
↑ Unhabitat.org - A better quality of life for all in an urbanising world.
UN-Habitat, mandated by the UN General Assembly, promotes sustainable towns and cities. They work with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable communities, reducing inequality and poverty.
Mission: UN-Habitat promotes transformative change through knowledge, policy advice, technical assistance and collaborative action in over 90 countries.
Strategic plan: UN-Habitat thinks normatively, does operationally, shares through advocacy, and partners with various organisations to achieve enduring results in addressing urbanisation challenges.