IPED Lecture: The World of NGOs

Speaker: Andrew Simons, Ph.D.

From health to food security, learn about the ins and outs of a career in NGOs, including the types of development projects, the preparation and skills, the different positions within an NGO, as well as an inside look into the NGO working environment.

Simons is an applied economist, researcher, and professor at Fordham University. Prior to academia, he worked as a development practitioner and senior level manager in Ethiopia and Honduras. He holds a Ph.D. in applied economics and management from Cornell University and a Master of Public Administration in international development from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.

This event consists of a 35-40 minute presentation followed by a 15-20 minute Q&A session. Free refreshments provided.