Jobs FAQs

How do I sign up for e-mail alerts for jobs with Action Against Hunger?

At the moment we do not have this service, but will do so in the future.  We will keep you posted through this web page.

How do I apply for a vacancy?

• Go to our current vacancies web page
• click on ‘Click here for current vacancies:’
• select the vacancy you wish to apply for and click ‘apply now’ at the end of the page
• Complete the ‘General Information’ Page
• At the end of the section, upload your CV and cover letter under the documentation section
• Select whether you would like to receive a newsletter from Action Against Hunger
• Click on submit application

Do you accept speculative applications?

Unfortunately we only accept speculative applications for international postings.

Can I volunteer for Action Against Hunger?

If you are interested in volunteering for us, please visit our volunteer pages.

Does Action Against Hunger offer internships?

We offer non-paid internship schemes, based in the UK.  Please see our volunteer pages  for more information and check our current vacancies pages .

Where do we work?

We provide aid in over 40 countries helping over 5 million people every year. Our programmes are supported by more than 400 international and 5,000 national employees. For more information, please click here

What work do we do?

Our mission is to save lives by eliminating hunger through the prevention, detection and treatment of malnutrition, especially during and after emergency situations of conflict, war and natural disaster. One of the leading organisations in the fight against hunger and malnutrition, our teams provide for people's immediate needs when food is scarce and provide families with the tools, seeds and support they need to build a sustainable future. 

Are the field positions accompanied?

All posts for first time international staff are unaccompanied. In most cases, the location of our programmes does not allow for friends or family members to visit volunteers. Accompanied posts are only considered after a few years with the organisation.

Are there any physical requirements?

To travel to the countries where our programmes are located, the employee must attest to a level of physical fitness capable of enduring physically difficult, highly stressful situations which may include the necessity to walk long distances, carry a backpack or other equipment of up to 50 pounds, to ride long distances over very poor road/water conditions, to eat a limited diet and/or to reside in potentially uncomfortable housing or tents. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

What are the visa requirements and will Action Against Hunger help me obtain a visa for a field mission?

Action Against Hunger will assist with the visa application though the successful applicant will be ultimately responsible for obtaining the necessary visas. All fees are paid for or reimbursed by Action Against Hunger and all visas are to be obtained before departure.

Where do I find out about current vacancies?

Visit the current vacancies page.

What does training involve?

There are regularly scheduled training sessions in Paris and Madrid. Upon completion of training, candidates will travel to their placement country. 

What is the recruitment process?

We operate a register (or pool) of professional humanitarian staff which is shared amongst our international network.  This means that you will only go through an interview process once.  We strive to place you in a position within three months of being placed onto the register.

The interview process starts with an initial interview with the Human Resources department to look at your competencies and suitability for working with Action Against Hunger.  You will also be required to sit a written security test to gauge your understanding of personal and team security awareness followed by a technical written test.  The full process may take up to four hours. 

If successful at this stage, you will then have a technical interview with the relevant technical advisor.  We endeavour to complete this process within one month.

Once the process is completed and you are successful, this will then be followed by our two week ‘Pre-departure training and technical training’ in Paris or Madrid.

How does the placement procedure work?

Placement is discussed during the interview process and depends on the availability of open positions and the preference of the candidate. The ACF International Network encompasses over 40 different countries in which a candidate can be placed.

What if I want to work for Action Against Hunger but do not meet the requirements explained above?

The best way to learn how to prepare yourself for a job with Action Against Hunger is to check the "Qualifications" or "Requirements" sections of our job postings. Due to the technical nature of many of the positions and the stress involved in working abroad we usually cannot place recent graduates or individuals who do not have any experience working overseas. Most of our field staff comes to us with at least several years of experience, but not necessarily in the field.

We typically look for individuals who have held management positions and are comfortable working in a team setting. Our expatriate staff must be able to show good judgment, have experience working in a stressful environment and have a proven adaptability. Building your resume with as many of these qualifications as possible is a good way to enhance your suitability for an expatriate position

What if I have already applied for different positions at Action Against Hunger and still have not been invited for an interview?

We understand that it is disappointing to be so interested in a field like humanitarian aid or an organisation like Action Against Hunger and not seem to be able to even get your foot in the door. Keep in mind that landing a job or even an internship with us is a highly competitive endeavour. Action Against Hunger typically receives anywhere from 300-700 applications every month. Our best advice is to check our website for postings, review the desired qualifications, and build your resume around those skills.

Are there benefits for field staff?

Please review our benefits section on our Working overseas page.