The world is in bad shape: a yawning chasm between rich and poor, unequal distribution of power and resources, rights curtailed by politics and business, climate crisis and rapid species extinction. All problems caused by humans. And only solvable by humans. Our development workers hear “the cry of the earth and the cry of the poor” (Laudatio si’, Pope Francis). They channel their passion into working for fair living conditions and protecting our planet – worldwide.
Recruitment
Social, ecological and peaceful perspectives
Our development workers address social, ecological and conflict issues. Their outlook and perspectives are clearly demonstrated in their work. Their expertise and dialogue capability pave the way for more original thinking, creating productive friction and leading to sustainable solutions to problems in the host country. These kind of skills are in demand all over the world – both in the South and in the North. Which is why we deploy personnel in all directions. From Europe to Africa, Asia and Latin America and vice versa – and with an increased focus within individual countries themselves.
Recruiting European development workers
In dialogue with European clients and non-European partner organisations, we recruit development workers for international development cooperation assignments based on the German Development Aid Workers Act (EhfG).
Recruitment of foreign development workers to Europe
We recruit development workers from Africa, Asia and Latin America for organisations in Germany and other European countries – this is known as South-North placement. These experts contribute new points of view and can draw on their wealth of new experiences when they return to their home country.
Providing personnel consulting for partner organisations all over the world
We provide expert advice on personnel matters to organisations around the globe. Our expert consulting allows dioceses, missions, NGOs, etc., in Africa, Asia and Latin America to network with one another and to develop strategies so that they can place their personnel at each other’s disposal.
Domestic agency for placing development workers with German civil society organisations
In future, our development workers will be drawing to an even greater extent on their global experience and creativity to assist German civil society organisations in their work. These include associations, NGOs or church organisations.
At the heart of all projects and programmes are people who develop ideas and join forces with others to shape change.
Dr Claudia Lücking-Michel, Managing Director of AGIAMONDO
Frequently asked questions
For whom does AGIAMONDO recruit development workers?
AGIAMONDO is the personnel service for Catholic organisations such as Misereor, dioceses and religious communities as well as other church executing agencies. More and more non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are also benefiting from our experience in recruiting and selecting development workers for their international cooperation positions and providing them with ongoing support. Our experience, values and professionalism speak for themselves.
We are far more than just a recruitment agency. Why?
Personnel service in a development cooperation context is a process between our clients and us. This includes:
- Clarifying the scope of the mission
- Recruiting and selecting candidates
- Contract of employment in accordance with the German Development Aid Workers Act (EhfG), organising insurance and social security – including for family members
- Preparatory measures (courses, job shadowing, specialist discussions, reviewing files, coaching)
- Accompanying projects and (if required) emergency intervention
- Monitoring
- Follow-up activities
- Evaluation of work with development worker, local partners and clients
- Summary of all costs involved
Through this process, we ensure a high level of quality and satisfaction among everyone involved – clients, development workers and employers in the relevant host countries.
As a state-recognised development service, we can provide our partners with all the advantages associated with this, for example: Financing the overall preparation of development workers, subsidised and customised insurance coverage, seamless continuation of protection for public social security and the security of a state-supported service abroad as well.
Who do we recruit?
AGIAMONDO is looking for development workers for employers in the host country. These include communication experts, journalists, sociologists, lawyers, psychologists, social pedagogues, project and non-profit managers, doctors, engineers and trainers.
In which areas do the development workers work?
There is a broad spectrum of activities: our development workers provide advice and active assistance in areas such as psychological support, health, infrastructure, education, peace and reconciliation work, environment and climate protection, economic growth and democratisation, communication and project management.
Why do we recruit these experts?
An international cooperation has many advantages:
- Development workers with other cultural backgrounds have different perspectives.
- Teams made up of people from different cultures pool their expertise.
- International cooperation encourages creativity and the development of new, unconventional and locally specific solutions.
- Support from a neutral third party helps in conflict situations
The church background establishes trust and facilitates dialogue with local people.
How long do development workers work together with the local development partners?
The assignments are set up for a specific amount of time, between one and three years.
Do development workers have to be Catholic to work for AGIAMONDO?
No. All they need is to have a church background. Protestants, Orthodox Christians and Old Catholics are also welcome. If expressly requested by our partners, we also recruit applicants with no religious affiliation and members of other religions.