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Overview

Careers at NDI can take you around the world. With programs in nearly 70 countries and a staff of nearly 100 nationalities, the Institute offers opportunities to grow within the organization, and to learn from the diverse experience of our international staff.

NDI's success is a result of the passion, ingenuity, and commitment of our employees worldwide. Our staff of approximately 1,200 works with people across the globe to support and strengthen democratic institutions and practices - helping citizens to monitor their elections; training youth and women to take their first political steps; and assisting parliaments, political parties and civic organizations to instill more transparency and accountability in government.

If you share our belief in the vital role that democracy plays in enhancing social and economic well-being and protecting human rights, we encourage you to consider a career or consultancy with NDI. 

NDI’s career opportunities along with short-term and long-term consultant opportunities can be found under Current Openings. For full-time positions, please submit your application to the position of interest. For consultancies, please follow the instructions in the job posting to submit your resume/CV. If you’d like to be part of our consultant roster, please submit your resume to the generic “Consultant Registry” posting.

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Benefits

Full-time positions include the following benefits:

Health & Wellness Plans

Paid Leave

Pension

Potential for housing and relocation

Where We Work

NDI maintains field offices across the globe

NDI seeks to provide opportunities for professional development and personal growth so everyone has the tools to succeed and thrive. We are here to build a culture of belonging, and create impactful change in our sector and beyond.
Join us in shaping a more inclusive future at NDI—where diversity of thought, background, and experience is celebrated and where everyone is encouraged to contribute and grow.

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NDI recruits highly-skilled technical consultants to support our program needs worldwide.

Our talent community provides NDI with a roster of technical experts in fields related to our mission of supporting and strengthening democratic institutions

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NDI welcomes and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. As such, our commitment is to promote equal employment opportunities (EEO) for all applicants seeking employment and employees. NDI makes employment decisions based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, personal appearance, military status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation, educational status, unemployment status, place of residence or business, source of income, or reproductive health decision making. Additionally, harassment or discrimination based on these characteristics will not be tolerated at NDI. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities and qualified individuals who have limitations due to pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or medical related conditions.

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