Social Affairs Jobs in International Development

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

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Social Affairs Intern

Economic Commission for Latin America and the CaribbeanSANTIAGO
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RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Economic Commission for Latin America and the CaribbeanSANTIAGO
G-5Economic, Social and DevelopmentSocial Affairs
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RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Economic Commission for Latin America and the CaribbeanSANTIAGO
G-5Economic, Social and DevelopmentSocial Affairs
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RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Economic Commission for Latin America and the CaribbeanSANTIAGO
G-6Economic, Social and DevelopmentSocial Affairs
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FAQs — Social Affairs jobs in international development

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

Most Social 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 Social Affairs specialists?

Key employers for Social 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 Social Affairs jobs mostly field-based or HQ-based?

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