Working for change : making a career in international public service /

Brinkerhoff, Derick W.

Working for change : making a career in international public service / Derick W. Brinkerhoff, Jennifer M. Brinkerhoff. - Bloomfield, CT : Kumarian Press, c2005. - 222 p. ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

What is development management? -- The service choice spiral -- Self-awareness -- Serving in community -- Skills and skill building -- Where will you work? -- Career evolution -- Sustaining motivation for international public service.

"This book focuses on development management positions in international service employment and offers guidance on finding the right mix of service objectives, degree programs, job opportunities and personal lifestyle choices. For students considering careers in public service and mid-career professionals looking for a change in direction. It is also for university career development officers and faculty advisors"--Provided by publisher.

156549203X (pbk. : alk. paper) 9781565492035 (pbk. : alk. paper)

2005001044

GBA526390 bnb

013148312 Uk


Vocational guidance.
Career development.
Economic development projects--Management.--Developing countries

HF5381 / .B6528 2005

361.2/6/0231724