The Guidebook for "Crossing Borders: A Job Seeker’s Guide to Humanitarian Work" is an essential resource for aspiring humanitarian professionals seeking to join the sector. This comprehensive guide, paired with a practical workbook, draws on over two decades of first-hand experience across 13 countries, including Afghanistan, Yemen, and Hungary. It illuminates various pathways into humanitarian work, emphasizing how to align personal skills with the demands of the field and excel in competency-based interviews.
The book not only addresses the crucial role of networking but also candidly discusses the challenges of working away from home, providing an unvarnished look at the realities faced by humanitarian workers. It highlights opportunities for personal growth and several benefits of a career in this sector. Ultimately, it equips readers with the tools to not only anticipate but actively shape the future they desire in humanitarian efforts.