84. Pursuing a Career in Humanitarian Work: Pathways to Joining the ICRC
Ready to make a real impact? Join Mohini Ghai-Kramer, Head of Learning and Development at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), as she reveals what it really takes to break into humanitarian work.
Discover the two distinct career pathways at ICRC - the specialist route for experts and the unique generalist path developed in-house. Learn about essential skills like intercultural competence and negotiation, plus get practical advice on transitioning into the sector.
Mohini dispels common myths about humanitarian work (it's not just about good intentions!) and shares insights on ICRC's comprehensive learning ecosystem spanning 90 countries. Whether you're considering a career change or just starting out, this episode offers honest guidance on building a meaningful career that makes a genuine difference.
Perfect for: Career changers, recent graduates, and anyone passionate about humanitarian impact.
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83. Breaking Barriers: How Neurodivergent Professionals can Thrive in International Organizations
Join Satomi Ogata, founder of Beyond Bias and late-diagnosed neurodivergent HR professional, as she shares 15 years of insights from international organizations. Discover why traditional DEI approaches often fail neurodivergent talent, learn practical strategies for creating truly inclusive workplaces, and get game-changing interview questions to evaluate potential employers.
From Singapore to UN agencies in Denmark, Satomi reveals the gap between inclusion theory and practice—and offers universal design solutions that benefit everyone. Essential listening for neurodivergent professionals, HR practitioners, and anyone building careers in international development.
Key takeaways: How to navigate disclosure decisions, spot genuinely inclusive employers, and why small workplace adjustments create massive impact.
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82. Building Highways of Knowledge: Exploring Careers at the European Southern Observatory
Join Fiona Brazil, Head of HR at the European Southern Observatory, for insights into careers building the world's most powerful telescopes. From 8-day shifts in Chile's Atacama Desert to engineering the "Extremely Large Telescope," discover what it's really like working for an organization that pushes the boundaries of human knowledge.
Fiona shares practical advice on breaking into international scientific organizations and essential tips for authentic applications in the age of AI. Perfect for engineers seeking purpose-driven work or anyone curious about careers among the stars.
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81. How One WHO Staff Member Sparked a Global Movement
When WHO economist Tania Cernuschi couldn't sleep through her children's coughing in January 2025, she had an audacious idea: what if one billion people each donated just one dollar to support global health? Within days of launching the One World Movement, it was raising $10,000 daily and has now generated over $500,000 from 10,000+ supporters.
In this episode, Tania and WHO Foundation's Sandra Sorial reveal how individual donations democratize global health funding, why multilateral cooperation benefits everyone (including your local pharmacy visits), and how this grassroots movement is creating unexpected pathways into global health careers. From midnight musings to a movement that's raised over $5 million, discover how small actions create big change in global health solidarity.
Ready to make your voice heard? Every dollar counts at oneworldhealthforall.org
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80. How Amar Bokhari Transformed His Family Business into a Social Enterprise Powerhouse
After 20 years at the United Nations, Amar Bokhari took a leap of faith to revitalize his family's textile business in Pakistan. In this episode, discover how he transformed a traditional rug company into a thriving social enterprise that employs 450 people, provides free education to 1,000 children, and operates on 100% solar power.
Amar shares his unique perspective as a Norwegian-Pakistani entrepreneur and offers invaluable insights on balancing purpose with profitability. Whether you're an aspiring social entrepreneur or interested in sustainable business practices, this conversation provides both practical wisdom and inspiration for making business a force for good in the 21st century.
Impactpool Career Podcast is for all of you who are interested in a career within the United Nations, European Union, Development Banks, intergovernmental or non-governmental organisations. By following this podcast you are going to hear interviews with people who are having a remarkable careers within this field; to hear their stories about how they once entered into this type of career, choices that they have made, challenges that they have faced and not least hear what advice they can share with you. Find jobs and more career resources at impactpool.org
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