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3.7

70% would recommend to a friend

(260 total reviews)
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David Miliband

73% approve of CEO

41% positive business outlook

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4.0
Nov 8, 2014
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Pros

Consistent leadership and team building (meetings occur every week) Fulfilling community oriented work Teaches strong administrative skills

Cons

Training is informal A lot of busywork Sometimes the office is empty; case workers are on part-time schedules

4.0
Sep 3, 2014
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Pros

Wonderful work culture, your colleagues are there to provide support if needed. Great at sending to you in the field to get a better sense of on-the-ground programs (and this is a major plus because it gives you great insight as to how to effectively run programs within the 'real world' context). I was very impressed with everyone that worked there - you can't get away with working here with a poor work ethic. Dedicated, smart, hard-working people throughout. I was proud to work there.

Cons

Departments can be stretched thin in providing the needed support and training to new comers who may need that extra bit of attention when first starting out at the company. Burn-out (lots of requirements and not enough guidance to know that you're heeding them). Pay could be better, but then remember what you're working for and the % of resources that goes towards meaningful and much needed programs abroad.

3.0
Jun 15, 2014
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Pros

professional and committed staff members global assignments collaborative multi-disciplinary working culture Good technical quality Room for personal growth Commitment to learning

Cons

poor work-life balance inadequate compensation considering performance expectations Lack of management system Lot of pressure to win bids for donor-funded projects Understaffed unit

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