Secondment Jobs in International Development

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

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Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)·Brighton, United Kingdom

Secondment
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Occupational Therapist

Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust·Lincoln, United Kingdom

Secondment

FAQs — Secondment jobs in international development

What qualifications do I need for Secondment jobs in international development?

Most Secondment 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 Secondment specialists?

Key employers for Secondment 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 Secondment jobs mostly field-based or HQ-based?

It depends on career stage. Entry to mid-level Secondment 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.