Humanitarian Affairs Jobs in International Development

Browse international development jobs in the Humanitarian Affairs sector. Roles are posted daily from UNDP, UNICEF, WHO, ReliefWeb, and 200+ other sources.

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ERS Interns

Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian AffairsGENEVA

I-1Humanitarian Affairs
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Head of Office

Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian AffairsDAMASCUS

D-1Political, Peace and HumanitarianHumanitarian Affairs
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Intern

Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian AffairsGENEVA

I-1Humanitarian Affairs
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Humanitarian Affairs Officer

Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian AffairsNEW YORK

P-3Political, Peace and HumanitarianHumanitarian Affairs

FAQs — Humanitarian Affairs jobs in international development

What qualifications do I need for Humanitarian Affairs jobs in international development?

Most Humanitarian Affairs positions require a relevant master's degree, 3–7 years of field experience, and strong written English. French or Spanish is often required for francophone Africa or Latin America programmes. Specialised certifications (e.g., WASH engineering, epidemiology) strengthen applications.

Which organisations hire Humanitarian Affairs specialists?

Key employers for Humanitarian Affairs roles include UNDP, UNICEF, WHO, WFP, FAO, the World Bank, bilateral donors (USAID, FCDO, GIZ), and international NGOs listed on ReliefWeb. Dev Procure aggregates all their vacancies in one place.

Are Humanitarian Affairs jobs mostly field-based or HQ-based?

It depends on career stage. Entry to mid-level Humanitarian Affairs roles tend to be field-based in developing countries; senior advisory, policy, and research positions are more commonly based in Geneva, New York, Washington D.C., or London.