Wednesday, Feburary 8, 2023
​The agenda is subject to change.

Agenda at a Glance

10:00 - 11:00 AM ET (7:00 AM - 8:00 AM PT):
     Two Breakout Session Tracks
  • The Many Paths of International Development (Entry-Level)
  • The Mid-career Itch: Career Transitions in International Development (Mid-Career)

11:10 AM - 12:10 PM ET (8:10 AM - 9:10 AM PT):
     Breakout Session
  • Assessing An Organization’s DEIA Values (All Career Stages)

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET (9:00 AM - 2:00 PM PT):
     Exhibit Hall
  • On the Brazen Career Fair Platform, click here to log in.  

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM ET (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM PT):
      Virtual Networking​
See more information below.

10:00 AM  - 11:00 AM ET
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM PT
Breakout Sessions:
Two Concurrent
The Many Paths of International Development (Entry-Level)

There are so many extraordinary and unique opportunities in today’s international development field. From NGOs to consulting firms, government agencies, the private sector, universities, small businesses, large corporations (and more), it’s rare that you find two career paths that are the same. Join us to learn how our panelists chose their career paths, what barriers they faced, and what advice they have on the skills and education needed to succeed in international development. 

Moderator 
  • Zahabya Mama, Program Manager, Europe & Eurasia, Chemonics International

Speakers
  • Erin Brown, Interim Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion Coordinator / Lead Management & Program Analyst (M/MPBP), USAID
  • Amina Musa, Program Manager, Princeton in Africa
  • ​Ryan Ubuntu Olson, Independent Consultant & SID-US Workgroup Co-Chair

10:00 AM  - 11:00 AM
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM PT
​Breakout Session
The Mid-career Itch: Career Transitions in International Development (Mid-Career)

Some have called 2022 the year of the Great Resignation. Did you know the average person will change careers 5-7 times during their working life? And approximately 30% of the total workforce will change jobs every 12 months?

Career changes and transitions can be complex. There are lots of reasons why people choose a change – whether it's pursuing a passion, looking for a change, family obligations, or other unexpected things that life throws your way. Sometimes, it requires careful planning and thinking, but sometimes a great opportunity or challenge comes your way that pushes you in a new direction. Join this panel discussion to hear those that took a leap into trying something different in their career – why did they change, what were the challenges, and what advice do they have for others facing a mid-career itch.

Moderator 
  • David Smith, President, Forage Center for Peacebuilding and Humanitarian Education 

Speakers

11:10 AM  - 12:10 PM
8:10 AM - 9:10 AM PT
Breakout Session
Assessing An Organization’s DEIA Values (All Career Stages)

As international development organizations strive to create more diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility, it is crucial for job seekers to understand what to look for when they are looking for positions to make sure organizations truly live up to their values. This session will offer guidance and tips to job seekers to help them understand how to assess an organization’s DEIA values during the job search. Learn more about practical methods job seekers can use when looking for openings to assess an organization’s DEIA values and whether an organization is a good fit.  

​Moderator 
  • Queshia Bradley, Founder, Trailblazers for Global Health; SID-US Workgroup Co-Chair 

Speakers 

12:00 PM  - 5:00 PM ET
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM PT
Exhibit Hall
On Brazen, One on One virtual meetings with recruiters 
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5:00 PM  - 6:00 PM ET
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM PT
Networking Session 
With Speakers, Board, SID-US Staff, and Workgroup Co-Chairs

Attendees of the networking session will have the opportunity to win a free ticket to our Annual Dinner or 2023 Annual Conference.