Impactpool Career Podcast
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 remarkable careers within this field. Listen to their stories about how they once entered into this type of career, the 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.
Episodes
96. Rudy Perecin Mareño at the World Bank Group: Advice from a Talent Discovery Leader
In this episode we meet Rudy Perecin Mareño, Global Program Lead for Talent Discovery at the World Bank Group.
With over 20 years of experience advancing global talent, careers, and workforce development across mission-driven organizations, including the World Bank Group, the Inter-American Development Bank, and USAID-affiliated initiatives, Rudy shares practical insights into what it takes to bu
95. From 21 to 24.7: What CERN's Diversity Initiative Teaches Us About Culture Change
What does it take to move the needle on diversity in a large international organisation?
In this episode, we meet with Louise Carvalho, Diversity & Inclusion Programme Leader at CERN, to talk about 25 by '25, a five-year, organisation-wide diversity drive with a clear deadline and measurable targets. We discuss what worked, what didn't, and why the hardest part may still lie ahead: ensuring that
94. The Hidden Support System: How Governments Help You Land International Jobs
The Hidden Support System: How Governments Help You Land International Jobs
Most international job seekers go it alone. But in many countries, government support for UN, EU, and multilateral careers exists, is free, and often completely unknown.
In this episode, we meet with Anita Konijn, Dutch Ambassador and National Coordinator for International Positions at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ab
93. Inside Humanitarian Recruitment: How the Danish Refugee Council Hires for Crisis Zones
How does the Danish Refugee Council recruit for operations across 30+ countries, many in protracted conflict zones? Iosif Emmanouil Sofios, Recruitment Specialist at DRC, explains how to balance speed with safeguarding standards, what really matters beyond your CV, and why transferable skills from other sectors count more than you might think.
Whether you're considering humanitarian work or curi
92. Navigating Uncertainty: Building a Resilient UN Career with Gerhard Tripp
What does it really take to build a meaningful career in the UN system? Join us as Gerhard Tripp, Chief of Planning, Contracting and Reporting at UNOV, shares nearly three decades of experience spanning four continents.
From breaking in through the Young Professionals Programme to navigating field assignments in challenging duty stations, Gerhard offers honest insights on career flexibility, stra
91. Why Your Onboarding Experience Matters More Than You Think!
Thinking about a career move? Before you accept that offer, there's one question you should be asking: What does onboarding look like here?
In this episode, we meet with Meghan Parinussa, Director Customer Success at Appical about why onboarding isn't just something that happens TO you, it's a critical factor in YOUR success, job satisfaction, and decision to stay or leave.
In this podcast you w
90. Career by Curiosity: Satu Santala on Climate Leadership at the NDF
How does a year in an Ethiopian village at age 22 shape a career leading international climate finance? In this episode, Satu Santala, Managing Director of the Nordic Development Fund (NDF), shares her unplanned journey from NGO work through diplomacy and the World Bank Board to her current role.
Discover what makes NDF unique in the climate finance landscape, how to build a meaningful career in
89. Inside Humanitarian Recruitment at the UN with Liliana Nieves Paez
As the UN marks 80 years of service, Liliana Nieves shares what it really takes to build effective humanitarian teams. From recruiting during a cholera outbreak in South Sudan to achieving gender parity at UN headquarters, she reveals:
✅ Why emotional intelligence matters as much as technical skills
✅ How to tackle unconscious bias in hiring
✅ The direct link between strategic recruitment and men
88. From P1 to D2: A UN Veteran's Journey Through Crisis and Change
Join us for an insightful conversation with Yvonne Helle, former UNDP special representative and senior leader who climbed from entry-level P1 to D2 over 31 years in the UN system.
In this candid interview, Yvonne shares her experiences navigating some of the world's most challenging contexts—Haiti, Sudan, Palestine, and Syria—while offering practical career advice for international development p
87. Breaking the Myth: Your Guide to Working at INTERPOL
Think INTERPOL is just for cops chasing international criminals? Think again! Join us as we sit down with Danielle Garcia (Head of Talent Acquisition) and Magda Vigoureux (Assistant Director in Corporate Services) to reveal the surprising truth about careers at the world's largest international police organization.
Discover how professionals from 138 nationalities contribute to global safety thro
86. From Intern to Executive: A Costa Rican Lawyer's Journey to Leading HR at the OECD
Ever wondered what it takes to reach the top at the OECD—the organization shaping global economic policy for 38 countries?
Meet Daniel Fuster, Head of Human Resources at the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, who transformed from a questioning young lawyer in Costa Rica to leading talent strategy at one of the world's most influential international bodies. Discover how the OEC
85. Karim Benammar: Why This Amsterdam Philosopher Is Revolutionizing How We Think About Hiring
Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Amsterdam-based philosopher Karim Benammar, who's challenging the very foundations of how we recruit and think about talent.
In this episode, Karim shares his radical ideas about hiring – from why you should consider candidates who 'hate' your company to why university degrees might be completely irrelevant. Drawing on his international backgroun
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 com
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
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
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 S
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 en
79. Christel Adamou, OPEC Fund: Shaping International Development with a People-Centered Approach
Join us for an insightful conversation with Christel Adamou, HR Director at the OPEC Fund for International Development. Discover what makes this Vienna-based multilateral development bank unique, from its diverse workforce to its focus on impactful projects fighting poverty worldwide.
Christel shares valuable career advice from her 20 years in international development, discusses entry pathways
78. IDB's Ines Olano Shares Insights on Cross-Cultural Leadership and Women's Development
In this episode of the Impactpool podcast series, we meet with Ines Olano, Chief of Talent Management at the Inter-American Development Bank.
With 30 years of global experience at companies like Unilever, Bayer, and Honeywell, Ines shares insights on cross-cultural leadership, women's development initiatives, and her transition from corporate to development sectors. Learn about practical strateg
77. Sarah Clapham, OPCW: Neurodivergent woman breaking barriers in science and diplomacy
In this Impactpool podcast, we sit down with Sarah Clapham, Science Policy Officer at the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Sarah shares her remarkable journey from chemistry researcher to international policy expert while offering valuable insights into navigating STEM fields as both a woman and a neurodivergent professional.
Discover how Sarah's neurodivergent perspec
76. International Relocation and Driving Impact: A Look Inside AIIB with Scott Fitzgerald
In this episode we meet with Scott Fitzgerald, Head of Talent Acquisition at the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank. We speak about how this multilateral organization is powering sustainable infrastructure across Asia, from renewable energy in Kazakhstan to satellite connectivity in Indonesia.
Scott shares insights from his journey from rural Canada to Beijing, offers practical advice on inter
75. From Service Industry to UNICEF: How Eugenia Olliaro's early work shaped her Humanitarian Path
In this inspiring Impactpool Podcast, Eugenia Olliaro shares her remarkable career path from working in the service industry to becoming the Manager of Data Governance at UNICEF.
Music by Merlijn Angad Gaur / Musical Minutes
Eugenia speaks about how her experiences across nearly ten countries shaped her perspective, from her early work with migrant communities to her roles as a UN Volunteer in
74. From Cultural Exchange to Global Impact: A Conversation with UNDP's Jean-Luc Marcelin
What does it take to build a career advancing sustainable development across cultures and continents? Hear Jean-Luc Marcelin, Talent Acquisition and Partnership Specialist at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) share his journey in international development and valuable insights for aspiring UN professionals!
Music by Merlijn Angad Gaur / Musical Minutes
73. Micheal Conneely - Director, Human Resources Management at UNIDO - Reimagining Careers and HR
From military service to managing global talent - in this episode, we meet with Micheal Conneely, Director of Human Resources Management at UNIDO.
Micheal shares his fresh perspectives on how traditional career paths are evolving in international organizations; how to ensure promoting diversity and inclusion in a global workforce; the role of AI and automation in transforming HR practices and the
72. Impactpool Podcast - An internship with the Green Climate Fund
In this episode, intern Emma Nijssen takes us behind the scenes at the Green Climate Fund (GCF), sharing insights from her roles in accreditation and investment operations. From navigating project partnerships to discovering unexpected career opportunities, Emma discusses what it really takes to join this unique climate finance institution and make the most of the experience.
Music by Merlijn Ang
71. Daiga Barone - Talent Acquisition Team Lead at the ICC
In this Impactpool Podcast, we meet with the ICC's Talent Acquisition Team Lead, Daiga Barone.
We look at the challenges and strategies of recruitment and human resources management; Daiga shares her own diverse career path, from the private sector to the public service of the ICC, and discusses the ICC's efforts to efficiently process a surge of job applications while ensuring diversity and incl
70. Michael Emery - Director, Division for Human Resources Management at the IOM
Impactpool meets with Michael Emery, Director, Division for Human Resources Management at IOM - UN Migration.
Micheal has a long working history in HR and dare we say it, always interesting stories to share!
In this podcast we speak about his broad experience as an HR director, his take on advancing an inclusive workplace; the positive impact the Covid pandemic may have had on staff wellbeing i
69. Sophie Rwegera Khadhraoui - Head of Staffing Division at the ICRC
In this podcast, we meet with Sophie Rwegera Khadhraoui who is the Head of Staffing Division at the International Committee of the Red Cross.
In our discussion we touch upon Sophie’s career path in the ICRC, the insights that data analytics bring in the decision-making process for workforce planning, and how the ICRC nurtures talent and facilitates staff mobility within the organization, upskilli
68. Liza Rubinstein - Head of Impact at Carbon Equity
In this Impactpool podcast episode, we meet with Liza Rubinstein - Co-Founder and Head of Impact at Carbon Equity.
Carbon Equity focuses on investments in climate technology solutions with a vision of a carbon net-zero economy. Through different investment portfolios, it enables investors to contribute to a sustainable future - a true company with impact.
As we meet at their office in Amsterda
67. Deepa Pindolia - Global Health Consultant at the WHO
In this Impactpool podcast, we meet with global health expert Dr. Deepa Pindolia.
Deepa has over a decade of experience in strategically leading malaria and Neglected Tropical Disease (NTD) programs across Africa. Amongst others, she has worked for the Clinton Health Access Initiative and is now employed as a Consultant at the World Health Organisation.
In this episode we discuss, amongst othe
66. Terre des Hommes - The issue of girls marriages in Asia
In this podcast Regional Director Asia Bushra Zulfiqar speaks about why girls get married early; what can be done, what is being done to address this issue and the challenges Terre des Hommes encounters to arrive at a child-marriage-free Asia.
Globally, each year, 12 million girls are married before the age of 18. This is 23 girls every minute and one girl every three seconds. These are staggerin
65. Olufemi Elias - Legal Expert, Judge and former Registrar IRMCT
In this podcast, we meet with Olufemi Elias, former Registrar (United Nations Assistant Secretary-General) of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT).
Today, he works as an independent Judge for ‘Administrative Tribunals’ and a visiting Professor in International Law at Queen Mary, University of London.
Amongst others, we discuss his fascination with the international
64. Paolo Bernasconi - Director of HR at OSCE
In this episode of our Impactpool podcast series, we meet with Paolo Bernasconi, the Director of Human Resources of the OSCE.
We discuss quite a few topics that have to do with attitudes and behaviours in the workplace.
In the discussion, Paolo speaks about the importance of vulnerability: we speak about HR being a safe space and the importance it plays in the individual growth of people.
We als
63. Ndunge Evelyn Pavao - Associate HR Director, Talent Acquisition at CHAI
In this episode, we meet with Ndunge Evelyn Pavao who works as the Associate HR Director, Talent Acquisition at Clinton Health Access Initiative and is also the founder of Kweli Noir, a review website created for anyone who identifies as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color.
We speak about her role in CHAI, and what they are looking for when recruiting; we dive into what it means to successful
62. David Bearfield - Director of HR at UNDP
In this episode, we speak with David about his belief on how HR can make a strong impact on the well-being of staff in the public sector, and how the intelligence, skills, commitment, passion, and courage of the people who work for them make the difference. We touch upon the grading system of the UN; and how to make a real difference when it comes to Diversity and Inclusion in your hiring of staf
61. Catty Bennet Sattler - Director of HR at UNHCR
In this episode of our Impactpool podcast series we meet with Catty Bennet Sattler, the Director of Human Resources of the UNHCR.
We touch upon her passion for HR and her care for personal wellbeing, how to prepare when you are interested to work in the humanitarian field, and, last but not least, what Catty believes has been critical as a personal trait throughout her career.
Music by Merlijn
Impactpool Career Podcast with Claudia Rodriguez - UN OCHA
Impactpool Career Podcast with Claudia Rodriguez - UN OCHA by Impactpool for Career Growth
Career Podcast - IOM - Jo Rispoli
International Organizartion for Migration (IOM) - Jo Rispoli Chairman of the Global Staff Association Committee
Career Podcast - Jo Rispoli, IOM Chairman of Global Staff Association Committee
Learn about what are the policies and regulations rolled out at the IOM to protect, and support their staff.
Saman Saidi - Humanitarian Communications Manager at Save the Children.
Saman Saidi is the Humanitarian Communications Manager at Save the Children. Saman has worked with Communication for many years and has extensive humanitarian experience. In this episode, he explains what it was like to save people from drowning in the mediterranean sea, what it is like to constantly be on stand-by to go to an emergency, and why he started to work with Communication in the first p
What´s it like on a vessel in the Mediterranean sea? - Saman Saidi
Saman Saidi is the Humanitarian Communications Manager at Save the Children. Saman has worked with Communication for many years and has extensive humanitarian experience. In this episode, he explains what it was like to save people from drowning in the mediterranean sea, what it is like to constantly be on stand-by to go to an emergency, and why he started to work with Communication in the first p
Making an impact – how to make an impact in Afghanistan? - Sandra Kukla
Sandra Kukla is the Reporting Specialist at the Swedish Committee for Afghanistan in Kabul. Sandra moved from working in the private sector to the field of international development and a job in Afghanistan. In this episode, she explains why and how she made that shift in her career, what she finds as most rewarding about working in the global impact sector, and what it’s like to be a woman workin
Making an impact – how to achieve zero hunger? - Gerard Rebello
Gerard Rebello is the Head of Supply Chain at WFP in Nigeria. Gerard has worked with logistics for many years and has an extensive humanitarian experience. In this episode, he explains how his work helps people in need to receive food, what it’s like to work with logistics in humanitarian situations, and how he got into that field in the first place.
- You might literally have to even have donk
Making an impact – what does a good CV look like? - Anna Cook
Anna Cook is the Deputy Group Leader – Talent Acquisition at CERN in Geneva. Anna has a longstanding experience in working with human resources and talent acquisition. In this episode, she explains what she looks for when reading CV’s and application letters, which skills she sees as the most needed, and why she went into the field of human resources.
- I always had a very keen interest in peop
Learn directly from a Recruitment Manager at UN Headquarters
Learn directly from a Recruitment Manager’s voice at UN Secretariat how to succeed in your career at UN Secretariat? See to him explaining how he got there himself and what are they looking for in candidates.
He told us his best advice for a successful career at the United Nations and much more.
Our conversation answers some of the following questions:
-What career decision accelerated his care
Making an impact – how to mitigate climate change? - Rana Ghoneim
Rana Ghoneim is the Chief, Energy Systems and Infrastructure Division at UNIDO in Vienna. Rana has a longstanding experience in working with UNIDO and in the energy sector. In this episode, she explains how her work helps mitigate climate change, what it’s like to work in the energy sector, and why she got into that field in the first place.
- It’s the fact that I see that we are really making
Impactpool Career Story - What is it like working at an UNHCR refugee camp as a Senior Officer?
We had a conversation with Roupen Alexandrian who holds the position of Senior Officer, Durable Solutions at UNHCR, based in one of the biggest refugee camps today. We asked him all the details that will help you have a clear idea of how successful careers happen at the United Nations.
Coaching on a global level at the World Bank Group - Stefano Olmeti
Listen to our podcast with Stefano Olmeti, a global coach who specializes in working internationally with mission-driven professionals and change-makers. Learn from his experience as the Coaching Manager of the World Bank Group, where he directed 1,000+ coaching engagements to assist staff worldwide in preparing for career advancements, enhancing impact, and transitioning successfully to new roles
How to have a successful career working with Human Rights - Antonia de Meo
Impactpool has interviewed Antonia de Meo, Chief of Human Rights and Rule of Law Service in United Nations Support Mission in Libya, Representative of Office of UNHCR in Libya, Based in Tripoli
Impactpool Podcast Episode 23 Thomas Neufing - Chief, UNOG
In this episode, we talk to Thomas Neufing, currently heading the Centre for Learning and Multilingualism (CLM) at UNOG. Thomas has focused over the last 15 years on leadership and management development programmes. Listen about his educational and professional background in various development programmes and humanitarian and peacekeeping assignments.
Impactpool Career Podcast: Episode 22
In this episode, we had the opportunity to talk to Maudo Jallow, currently working at the Tony Blair Institute alongside the Ministry of Trade and Industry in Accra, Ghana.
Maudo is a young professional that has worked for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), United Nations Research Institute for Social Development (UNRISD) and United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNID
Episode 20: Making an impact – how to make workplaces inclusive?
Michelle Walker is the People Business Partner for International at Leonard Cheshire in London. Michelle has a long-standing experience working in human resources. In this episode, Michelle explains the impact their organization has while working with people experiencing some form of disability, how they ensure that their workplace is inclusive, and how it all once began.
- We are a pan-disabili
Episode 19: Making an impact – how to bring sight to blind and low-vision people?
Alexander Hauerslev Jensen is the Chief, Commercial Officer at Be my Eyes in Denmark. Be my Eyes is a mobile app that is bringing sight to blind and low-vision people. In this episode, Alexander explains how Be my Eyes works and the background to why it was initiated.
- And people really want to help out and I think it’s beautiful to see that in a world where news and all politics can be slight
Episode 18: Making an impact – how is disability included in recruitment processes?
Niels Lohmann is the Team Lead Capacity Development at UNV in Bonn. Niels has worked with human resources and in particular with aspects facing persons with disabilities for a long time. In this episode, he explains what the role of UNV is, and how they ensure that persons with disabilities are included in recruitment processes.
- Around the theme of inclusion and disability, so that is specifi
Episode 17: Making an impact – how to ensure equal opportunities for all?
Marko Vuoriheimo is the founder and CEO of Chabla in Finland. Chabla is a mobile app that allows deaf to make and receive phone calls through an interpreter. In this episode, Marko explains how Chabla works and the background to why he started it. Marko is using sign language and the voice we hear in the podcast is the translator’s.
- Just spontaneously want to go to a bank and discuss with som
Episode 16: Making an impact – how to provide higher education for refugees?
Rohit Kakar is the Head of Human Resources at Kiron in Berlin. Rohit has longstanding experience in working with human resources. In this episode, he explains how Kiron helps refugees to have access to higher education, and how his own background has inspired him to join this field of work.
- What we actually believe in is that education can change lives, transform communities and build bridges
Episode 15: Making an impact – how to improve small scale farmers farming capacity?
Lizzie Merrill is the Chief, Operating Officer at Ignitia in Ghana. Lizzie has extensive experience in working with both aid organizations as well as social enterprises. In this episode, she explains how her work helps small scale farmers improve their farming capacities, what it’s like to work with a social enterprise, and how to develop a successful innovation project.
- So when I learned abo
Episode 13: Making an impact – how is a Gender and Diversity perspective ensured?
Lisa Akero is the Gender and Diversity Coordinator at IFRC in Geneva. Lisa has extensive experience in working with gender and diversity issues. In this episode, she explains how her work ensures a gender and diversity perspective in all emergencies, what it’s like to work with gender and diversity, and why she ended up in that field in the first place.
- I find it extremely important and very
Episode 12: Making an impact – what role does social enterprises have?
Marta Aretakis Terne is the Head of Marketing and Communication at Better Shelter in Sweden. Marta has a longstanding experience in Marketing and Communication. In this episode, she explains how her work has helped displaced persons receive a good shelter, what it’s like to work with a social enterprise, and how to develop a successful innovation project.
- So we are the innovators and our role
Episode 9: Making an impact – how to deliver on the Sustainable Development Goals?
Robert Piper is the Assistant Secretary General of the United Nations Development Coordination Office in New York. Robert has a longstanding experience in international development, humanitarian response and peacebuilding at the United Nations. In this episode, he explains the role of the UN Development Coordination Office, the background to the Talent roster and what kind of profiles he is lookin
Episode 7: Making an impact – how to save a refugee’s life?
Annika Sandlund is the Chief, Interagency and Coordination Unit at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees headquarter in Geneva. Annika has extensive experience and has been working with refugees in many different countries and in different geographical regions. In this episode, she explains how her work has helped the lives of refugees, what’s it like to work with a humanitarian organi
Episode 6: Making an impact – what role does research play?
Marylene Wamukoya is the Senior Data Analyst at the Africa Population Health Research Center in Kenya. Marylene has extensive experience working in demographics, health and poverty dynamics research in Africa. In this episode, she explains how research are used, how it has had a positive impact o the African continent, and why she chose to become a researcher in the field of development.
- To t
Episode 5: Making an impact – how to promote Gender Equality?
Comfort Lamptey is UN Women’s Country Representative in Nigeria. Comfort has spent most of her professional life working on gender issues. In this episode, she explains how her interest in promoting gender equality started out of curiosity of where all the women were, how she sees the necessity to transform societies, and what helped her to move all the way to a top position within the UN.
- I
Episode 4: Making an impact – how to make an impact in Afghanistan?
Sandra Kukla is the Reporting Specialist at the Swedish Committee for Afghanistan in Kabul. Sandra moved from working in the private sector to the field of international development and a job in Afghanistan. In this episode, she explains why and how she made that shift in her career, what she find as most rewarding about working in the global impact sector, and what it’s like to be a woman working
Episode 3: Making an impact – what is life as a roving Emergency Specialist?
Jaime Castaneda is the Global Emergency Specialist at the Danish Refugee Council. The position is part of DRC:s emergency team and is roving. Jamie has extensive experience working in emergencies. In this episode, he describes the tasks that lies ahead when arriving at the frontline, his background that has prepared him for that kind of job, and which skills that are needed if one wants to work at
Episode 2: Making an impact - what is Program staff doing?
Episode 2: Making an impact – what is Program staff doing?
Sofie Liesker is the Head of Program Support Unit at the Norwegian Refugee Council in Lebanon. Sofie has extensive experience working in the humanitarian sector. In this episode, she describes the role of programming staff, what its like to work in a humanitarian operation, and also gives some advice on how to get the first job in the glo
Episode 1: Making an impact - why a podcast?
Episode 1: Making an impact – why a podcast?
Impactpool’s podcast is now being re-launched with the title “Making an impact”. In this first episode, Impactpool’s founders Magnus Bucht and Henrik Rydén provides an explanatory introduction to the podcast. The podcast’s background, purpose, and its importance will be explained.
- If you know what you are applying for and you understand the contex
EP 15 | Meet Vivian Van de Perre, Chief Of Staff at MINUSCA
Vivian Van de Perre is Chief Of Staff at the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic - MINUSCA. She talks about what is appealing in serving in the UN field missions and about her role as CHIEF of STAFF. She shares career tips and advice for people with private sector profile that would like to start a career with the UN.
EP 14 | Meet Carsten Olsen, Finance and Budget Officer at MINUSCA - Bangui
Carsten Olsen is Finance and Budget Officer at MINUSCA - Bangui. In this interview Carsten shares his 26 years of experience working at the UN, skills and competences that have attributed to his success and explains what does it mean to work with Finance and Budget section in the United Nations in the field.
EP#13 | From Lobbyist to Humanitarian Leader - Carlo Gherardi from the NRC
Listen to the career story of an Italian who grew up in the UK, and has gone from being a EU lobbyist via jobs in different NGOs all over the world, to where he is today as the Head of Operations for NRC in Amman, Jordan. Carlo Gherardi will share how he has grown both professionally and personally during his assignments and you will get excellent insider tips about the skills he is looking for wh
EP#12 | Meet Becky Bakr Abdulla from the NRC
In this episode you will meet Becky Bakr Abdulla, Media Coordinator in Iraq at the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). Listening to this episode will really give you an understanding of the importance of communications and what it means to be working in a conflict situation for an international organization such as the NRC.
Becky Bakr Abdulla, a 27-year old from Oslo, Norway, is in the beginning of
EP#11 | Meet Cornelia Moussa, HR Director from WIPO
In this episode we interview an interesting person with enormous experience from different UN organizations. Currently, she is the Human Resources Director for the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). Don’t miss out on a great learning opportunity!
In this podcast Cornelia Moussa, HR Director from WIPO, talks about the very specific work environment in the development sector, like ho
EP#10 | Meet Sonia Peña from IUCN
She has moved up the career ladder from intern to senior policy officer. Now Sonia Peña at IUCN is crafting the important messages to influence governments all over the world to take action to conserve our precious planet.
”We are realizing that we are losing much more species than we anticipated in the past. The rate of biodiversity loss is accelerating really enormously. We need to do something
EP#9 | Meet Jens Behrendt from OSCE
Meet Jens Behrendt, the Deputy HR Director at the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, OSCE. In this episode he shares excellent career advice and personal stories from working in various organizations and places around the world, such as being taken hostage in Ghana.
“Sometimes you’re walking a thin line. But it did not change my commitment or determination to work for internat
EP#8 | Meet Ann Rennie from Asian Development Bank
She moved from commercial banking into the international development world. In this episode we talk to Ann Rennie, responsible for human resources and one of the Deputy Director Generals for the Asian Development Bank (ADB). “I kind of fell into banking, but then I always was missing something. There was something that wasn’t there”, says Ann Rennie.
She has had executive roles at the World Bank
EP#7 | Meet Laura Londén, HR Director at UNRWA
After her first job after university, resettling Vietnamese refugees in Finland, she’s done four different UN entities, nine field duty stations, and three headquarters including the UN Secretariat in New York. Laura Londén just hit her 25th anniversary in the UN system and has worked in every single aspect of operational support.
“That makes me a UN veteran and it also makes me a UN gypsy. I’m a
EP#6 | Meet Charles Cisney, Global HR-director at Pact
In this episode you will get useful career advice from Charles Cisney, Global HR-director of Pact, an international nonprofit organization open for all nationalities. Listen to how Pact supports people in over 25 countries through establishing local solutions and partnerships.
“At the end of the day we’re all working towards the same thing which is in the service of people, helping them live bet
EP#5 | Meet Sajid Ali from IUCN
Sajid Ali has over 15 years of experience from IUCN, the International Union for Conservation of Nature, which is the oldest environmental organization in the world.
In this episode you will learn more about:
- IUCN and their recruitment needs
- What are the challenges and rewards from a career within a global organization
- Important lessons –It’s not all about your expertise!
- What are the p
EP#3| Meet Julia Watt from ITU
Julia started her career with the United Nations when she got a JPO position with UNDP 25 years ago. Since then she has worked for UNOPS, UNHCR and ITU. In this episode she will share some of her experiences from these years and give some valuable career tips.
EP#2 | Meet Michael Emery - Director of Human Resources at UNFPA
Michael Emery is the Director of Human Resources at UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund. He started his career as a teacher in Australia and has since then had a remarkable career with different UN organizations. In this interview you will hear Michael share some of his experiences and valuable advice. Hear what Michel believes are essential skills and qualities if you you want to work with
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The Joe Rogan Experience
The Church of What's Happening Now: The New Testament
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von
The Bread and Banter Podcast
Solved Murders - True Crime Stories
紐約鳥｜New York Aperture
Stand In The Circle
Doctor Zhivago Slow Read
