UPDATE: Maybe I’ll re-post that rant. I have to think about it. Thanks for the comments on “oh nevermind” and the actual rant post. It’s reassuring to know how many other people are just as frustrated as I am.
June 3, 2009...3:28 pm
Oh nevermind
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June 5, 2009 at 7:36 am
I wish you hadn’t deleted that other post. You’ve got a large readership! It was important stuff.
I also get so frustrated that so many entry-level positions overseas are volunteer/internship positions. I understand that I don’t have the experience, but that doesn’t mean that I don’t need health insurance and to pay my school loans…
June 5, 2009 at 6:11 pm
I agree. It’s comforting to know that I’m not the only one frustrated by this impenetrable wall around humanitarian work. I mean I’m willing to be shipped off into life threatening situations and work for little pay. Sure, 3-5 years experience would be great, but it’s not realistic.
June 7, 2009 at 10:48 pm
Hey Transitionland. You’re right… it’s still possible to find those old posts, even after you’ve deleted them. And I’m kinda glad – your rant on why NGOs should hire more rookies was insightful, well-written, and generally among your better posts (my opinion).
I’m occasionally in the position to influence hiring decisions for field posts. I don’t want to inappropriately raise expectations along those lines, but… if you’d like, I’d welcome your direct correspondence: wrightjd1(at)gmail(dot)com
June 9, 2009 at 10:24 am
Oh jeez, if that was one of my best-written posts, I’m a seriously crappy blogger! Nevertheless, I will definitely email you, and thanks for offering that.
June 10, 2009 at 4:04 am
hiya. So the ACTED thing didnt work>? I’m sorry. Hey, I know it is still a long way off, but we will be heading back to AFghanistan in some capacity, and that intern door is still open.
June 11, 2009 at 10:24 am
Hooray for your return to a place you love, and for that still-open door!