Advice for prospective relief workers
As well as recruiting from our pool of experienced members - supplying experienced humanitarian professionals to relief efforts following a major disaster - RedR also advises potential new relief workers who are interested in getting into aid work.
Workshops and courses
Throughout the year we run a number of So You Think You Want To Be A Relief Worker? wokshops. This one-day course is a must for those looking to get into aid work. It covers the structure of the humanitarian sector, individuals’ motivations for wanting to get into aid work and practical advice on steps you can take to get your first assignment. It gives you the opportunity to hear from returned relief workers and speak to an aid agency recruiter.
As the next step or for people who are already working in relief or development but who want a more theoretical framework, RedR runs a five-day Essentials of Humanitarian Practice course. This stimulating and interactive course takes an in-depth look into the humanitarian sector and helps prepare participants for the realities of working overseas on aid projects.
Future Relief Workers scheme
RedR has partnered with Engineers Without Borders to provide placements for young engineers from our Corpoarte Partners looking to take their first step in the world of overseas development and relief. If you are interested in finding out more about becoming a Corporate Partner of RedR please click here and for EWB contact details see here.
Resources and advice
RedR can provide guidance and information for those wanting to find out how they can use their skills towards a career in humanitarian relief and development. We have a number of resources aimed at those looking to get their first assignment. Alternatively, if you wish to contact someone directly, please give us a call on 020 7840 6000 or drop us an email info@redr.org.uk
“Reading stories of projects that people had been involved on in developing countries really brought to my mind that a career choice did not necessarily have to mean choosing either a ‘regular’ job with an engineering firm, or having to take the leap of faith into an ‘exciting but not necessarily secure’ job in the world of disaster relief, development and humanitarian aid, I realised I could do both.”
New relief worker and RedR Member, John Leung
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