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International Development Organisations

Websites and Organisations Contact List

With thanks to Frank Harle who produced the following extremely comprehensive list.

 

INDEX

Careers advice Recruitment websites Charity and public sector recruitment Development related organisations Health & Social/Community Education & Teaching Supply Agencies Technical & Engineering

Natural Resources Business & general consultancies Volunteering Government/Multilateral Agencies Campaigning, Education & Action Project Funding Information/directories

CAREERS ADVICE

• WORLD SERVICE ENQUIRY. Tel: 0870 770 3274. Fax: 0870 770 7991. E-mail: wse@cabroad.org.uk . Website: www.wse.org.uk Provides information about working in development in the UK and overseas with a range of organisations (Christian and secular), many of which look for candidates with overseas experience. Has useful free handbook “2004 Guide to Working for Development at Home and Overseas” also available on the website. Website has jobs vacancy listing. WSE can also organise a one-to-one interview to give advice and information about working in development. Cost of this service is reduced for unemployed/low income interviewees. Highly Recommended by an RV.

RECRUITMENT WEBSITES

GENERAL RECRUITMENT

• www.expatnetwork.co.uk - details of a range of vacancies worldwide – membership fee payable
• www.fish4jobs.co.uk - general recruitment site
• www.gojobsite.co.uk - general recruitment site
• www.hobsons.com careers and educational opportunities in UK and overseas
• www.jobs.ac.uk - recruitment site for academic and associated communities
• www.jobsite.co.uk - UK based jobs service
• www.jobs.guardian.co.uk - job ads in the Guardian
• www.londonjobsguide.co.uk - London based jobs and links to other sites
• www.monster.co.uk - jobs and careers advice
• www.msf.org.uk - extensive links to websites in a variety of sectors
• www.planetrecruit.co.uk - UK and international jobsite
• www.prospects.csu.ac.uk - includes a recruitment e-mail service, with job and career opportunities delivered to your e-mail address.
• www.stepstone.com - jobs in UK and Europe
• www.topgrads.co.uk - graduate recruitment
• www.totaljobs.com - general recruitment site
• www.workingabroad.com - international networking site for volunteers, workers and travellers. Charge for personalised e-mail service for jobseekers.

PUBLIC AND DEVELOPMENT

• www.alertnet.org - Reuters global news service maintains extensive jobs database for the international disaster relief community
• www.bond.org.uk -includes NGO job vacancies
• www.charityjob.co.uk - jobs in charities and NGOs
• www.devnetjobs.org development and NGO jobs overseas
• www.eco-uk.com - an environmental site that includes job vacancies, directories and links
• www.the-environment-council.org.uk environmental careers, newsletter and other services from the Environmental Council
• www.gn.apc.org - GreenNet is a group of agencies with an environmental focus – links to hundreds of other sites
• www.ids.ac.uk/eldis - an information gateway with access to environment and development information worldwide, including a jobs section
• www.ids.ac.uk/ids (University of Sussex). List of vacancies in natural resources development and health sectors under News and Yellow Monday
• www.jobsgopublic.co.uk - recruitment site for not-for-profit and public sector jobs
• www.oneworld.net has a section showing current vacancies in the human rights and sustainable development sector
• www.reliefweb.int - UNCHA's website has lists of humanitarian vacancies
• www.wse.org.uk - has opportunities abroad

CHARITY AND PUBLIC RECRUITMENT

• CHARITY ACTION RECRUITMENT. 5 – 13 Trinity Street, London SE1 1DB. Tel: 020 7378 5441 Fax: 020 7378 5410
  Email: info@c-a-r.org.uk web: www.c-a-r.org.uk Charity Action Recruitment was established in 1997 to meet the growing demand from charities for highly skilled and motivated staff. We operate on a not-for-profit basis, as a funding stream for Red Kite Learning (registered charity: 1002148). For roles in all areas including, Fundraising, Marketing, Admin/Secretarial, Finance and Senior Management, please email your CV to: info@c-a-r.org.uk or call 020 7378 5441/2.
• CHARITY AND FUND RAISING APPOINTMENTS (CF Appointments Ltd). Lloyds Court, 1 Goodmans Yard, London E1 8AT. Tel: 020 7953 1190. E-mail: enquiries@CfAppointments.com Website: www.charity-executives.co.uk Senior executive recruitment consultancy for the charity and non-profit sectors. To register, send CV and short covering letter indicating the type of job sought and salary expectations through website link. Also publishes booklet Working for Charities and runs evening seminars.
• CHARITY PEOPLE. E-mail: candidates@charitypeople.co.uk Website: www.charitypeople.co.uk Tel: 0207 299 8700. Recruitment agency for voluntary sector including temporary posts. Links through website to various e-mail addresses depending on type of job required. Fill in on-line application form and submit CV by e-mail, outlining type of work sought, preference for type of charity and minimum salary.
• CHARITY RECRUITMENT. 40 Rosebery Avenue, London EC1R 4RX. Tel: 020 7833 0770. Fax: 020 7833 0188
  E-mail: info@charityrecruit.com . Website: www.charityrecruitment.co.uk . Send CV indicating salary recruitment and geographical preferences.
• OXFORD HUMAN RESOURCE CONSULTANTS LTD. 69 Observatory Street, Oxford, OX2 6EP. Tel: 01865 510980. E-mail: mwills@oxfordhr.co.uk
  Website: www.oxfordhr.co.uk Specialises in international recruitment across the development, aid, environmental, conservation and ethical business sectors. To register complete on-line form and send in hard copy CV. For further information call Oxford HR's Principal, Michael Wills (ex VSO volunteer and programme director).
• PROSPECT-US. 20-22 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LR. Tel 020 7691 1925. Fax: 020 7691 1930. E-mail: enquiries@prospect-us.co.uk . Website: www.permanent-prospects.co.uk. Specialises in recruitment for the not-for-profit sector including temporary and part-time posts. Send CV by e-mail with a covering letter indicating the type of role and organisation required and minimum salary requirements. Website also contains advice on CV writing and interview techniques .

DEVELOPMENT RELATED ORGANISATIONS

Most websites listed advertise job vacancies

• ACORD (Agency for Cooperation and Research in Development). Dean Bradley House, 52 Horseferry Road, London SW1 2AF. Tel: 020 7227 8600. E-mail: info@acord.org.uk . Website: w ww.acord.org.uk International consortium of 24 non-governmental organisations co-operating in the field of long-term development in Africa.
• ACTION AGAINST HUNGER UK. Unit 7B, Larnaca Works, Grange Walk, London, SE1 3EW. Tel: 020 7394 6300 Fax: 020 7237 9960 E-mail: info@aahuk.org Website: www.aahuk.org Operates nutrition and food security programmes, water engineering and health programmes in 28 countries. UK and overseas recruitment.
• ACTION AID. Hamlyn House, McDonald Road, Archway, London N19 5PG. Tel: 020 7561 7561. Fax: 7281 0899. E-mail: mail@actionaid.org.uk Website: www.actionaid.org Working with children, families and communities to improve the quality of life in over 30 countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean.
• AGA KHAN FOUNDATION (UK). 3 Cromwell Gardens, London SW7 2HB. Tel: 020 7591 6800. Fax: 020 7589 0641. E-mail: info@akf.org.uk . Website: www.akf.org.uk . Promotes social development, primarily but not exclusively, in low-income countries in Asia, Central Asia and Africa, supporting programmes in health, education, NGO enhancement and rural development. All recruitment is done locally in country.
• APT ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT. 29 Northwick Business Centre, Moreton-in-Marsh, Glos. GL56 9RF. Tel: 01386 700130. E-mail: support @dial.pipex.com Website: www.dialspace.dial.pipex.com then search under name. Provides a wide range of skills training and specialist support to small enterprises in developing countries by forming long-term partnerships with local organisations. Short and long term opportunities occasionally arise. Send your CV and say what type of vacancy you are interested in.
• BRITISH RED CROSS. 10th floor, Westminster Tower, 3 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7SP. Tel: 0207 793 3360. Fax: 0207 793 3361.
  E-mail: enquiries@redcross.org.uk Website: www.redcross.org.uk Provides caring and emergency services to both local communities and overseas. Network of volunteers who help locally. Occasional salaried jobs overseas in emergency relief work. Register of skilled professionals for overseas assignments (contact Overseas Personnel Unit).
• IRISH RED CROSS. 16 Merrion Square, Dublin 2. Tel: 00 3531 676 5135. Fax: 00 3531 6614461. E-mail: redcross@iol.ie Website: www.redcross.ie
• CAFOD (Catholic Fund for Overseas Development). Romero Close, Stockwell Road, London SW9 9TY. Tel: 0207 733 7900. Fax: 0207 274 9630. E-mail: hqcafod@cafod.org.uk . Website: www.cafod.org.uk The Catholic Church's official agency for overseas development. Funds more than 1000 projects in 75 countries and also responds to emergencies. Permanent and volunteer positions listed on website.
• CARE INTERNATIONAL UK. 10 – 13 Rushworth Street, London SE1 0RB. Tel: 0207 934 9334. Fax: 0207 934 9335.
  E-mail: info@ciuk.org Website: www.careinternational.org.uk Provides relief during emergencies and by offering long-term assistance to improve the social and economic well being of individuals, families and communities.
• CHILDREN'S AID DIRECT. Website: www.cad.org.uk Seeks to make an immediate and lasting improvement to the lives of children and their carers who are affected by conflict, poverty or disaster. Recruits experienced staff to add to overseas register. CVs not accepted without completed application form.
• CHRISTIAN AID. 35 Lower Marsh, Waterloo, London SE1 7RL. Tel: 0207 620 4444. Fax: 0207620 0719.
  E-mail: info@christian-aid.org Website: www.christian-aid.org.uk Christian Aid is an official agency of the churches of Britain and Ireland seeking to assist the poor regardless of religion or race through funding indigenous organisations in over 60 countries. Overseas vacancies listed.
• CHRISTIAN OUTREACH (CORD). 1 New Street, Leamington Spa CV31 1HP. Tel: 01926 315 301. E-mail: info @cord.org.uk. Website: www.cord.org.uk . Welcomes qualified applicants for one-year minimum placements overseas. Main areas are community development, finance, health and engineering.
• CMS (CHRISTIAN MISSION SOCIETY). Partnership House, 157 Waterloo Road, London SE1 8UU. Tel: 020 7928 8681. Website: www.cms-uk.org Works in partnership with Anglican/Episcopal churches in Africa, Asia, UK and other parts of Europe in institutional and community-based work. Variety of opportunities in UK and overseas.
• COMMONWEALTH YOUTH EXCHANGE COUNCIL. 7 Lion Yard, Tremadoc Road, London SW4 7NQ. Tel: 020 7498 6151. Fax: 0207 622 4365.
  E-mail: Mail@cyec.demon.co.uk . Website: www.cyec.org.uk . Promotes contact between the youth of the UK and other Commonwealth countries, including help in the organisation of exchanges, advice and training.
• CONCERN WORLDWIDE. 52-55 Lower Camden Street, Dublin 2, Ireland. Tel: 353 147 54 162. London: 248-250 Lavender Hill, London SW11 1LJ. Tel: 0207 7738 1033. Scotland: 40 St Enoch Square, Glasgow G1 4DH. Tel: 0141 221 3610. N. Ireland: 47 Frederick Street, Belfast BT1 2LW. Tel: 28 9033 1100. E-mail: info@concern.ie Website: www.concern.ie . Emergency relief and long-term development in Asia, Africa and the Caribbean. Sends qualified emergency medical volunteers, technical, natural resources and education development workers.
• CROWN AGENTS. St Nicholas House, St Nicholas Road, Sutton, Surrey SM1 1EL. Tel: 0208 643 3311. Fax: 020 8643 8232. E-mail: enquiries@ crownagents.co.uk Website: www.crownagents.co.uk . Private company, which provides specialist and multidisciplinary services in international trade, procurement, finance and institutional development. Advertises opportunities in UK and overseas. Keeps register of consultants.
• EVERYCHILD. 4 Bath Place, Rivington Street, London. EC2A 3DR Tel +44 (0)20 7749 2468 Fax +44 (0)20 7729 8339 Website: www.everychild.org.uk/ EveryChild is committed to protecting the rights of the world's most vulnerable and marginalised children. Across 17 countries we fight to protect the most vulnerable and excluded children, giving them the chance to grow up in loving families with a safe and secure future. In all our projects we aim to innovate to bring about lasting, positive change in partnership with communities and governments.
• HELP AGE INTERNATIONAL. PO Box 32832, London N1 9ZN, UK. Tel: +44 20 7278 7778 Fax: +44 20 7713 7993 Website: www.helpage.org/Home The HelpAge International network was established in 1983 to share ideas and resources, and build joint platforms to press for change. 70 affiliates in 50 countries worldwide. It provides training to members, support the development of national and regional networks, and helps build partnerships with governments and non-governmental organisations (NGOs), at local, national and international levels. In countries where conflict, disaster or economic transition have created particularly difficult situations, we run emergency programmes to support some of the most vulnerable older people.
• IIED (International Institute for Environment and Development). 3 Endsleigh Street, London WC1H 0DD. Tel: 020 7388 2117. Fax: 020 7388 2826. E-mail: info @iied.org . Website: www.iied.org . Focuses on the links between economic development, the environment and human needs. Research programmes in a number of areas critical to sustainable development. See website for list of current job opportunities.
• INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE. 11 Gower Street , London WC1E 6HB Tel: ++44 20 7692 2727 E-mail: ircuk@ircuk.org Website: www.theirc.org/ The International Rescue Committee UK , an independent British charity established in 1997 as part of the International Rescue Committee global network, provides relief, rehabilitation and post-conflict reconstruction to those affected by violence and conflict around the world.
• IMA INTERNATIONAL. Drummond House, 89 High Street , Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex BN6 9RE Tel: 01273 833030. Fax: 01273 833230 Website: www.imainternational.com Established in 1983, IMA works with its partners worldwide to develop human potential through training, management support and long term commitment to continuous development.
• ITAD (Information Training & Development). Lion House, Ditchling Common, Ditchling, Hassocks, West Sussex BN6 8SG Tel:(01444) 248088. Fax: (01444) 248763 E-mail: mail@itad.com . Website: www.itad.com . An independent consultancy service specialised in international development and management covering all aspects of the project cycle with particular emphasis on performance measurement, monitoring and evaluation, management support and training. Vacancies advertised, registration as a consultant on-line.
• NATIONAL YOUTH AGENCY. 17-23 Albion Street, Leicester LE1 6GD. Tel: 0116 285 3700. Fax: 0116 285 3777. E-mail: nya@nya.org.uk Website: www.nya.org.uk Aims to advance youth work to promote young people's personal and social development and their voice, influence and place in society. Advertises UK jobs and voluntary work opportunities on the website.
• ONE WORLD ACTION. Bradley's Close, White Lion Street, London N1 9PF. Tel: 020 7833 4075. Fax: 020 7833 4102. E-mail: owa@oneworldaction.org . Website: www.oneworldaction.org Provides money, expertise and practical help to organisations committed to strengthening the democratic process and improving people's lives in poor and developing countries. Partners in Asia, Africa and Central America.
• OVERSEAS DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE. 111, Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7JD. Tel: 0207 7922 0300. Fax: 0207 7922 0399. E-mail: recruitment@odi.org.uk Website: www.odi.org.uk . An independent non-governmental centre for development research and a forum for discussion of the problems facing developing countries. Their focus is natural resources; human security and development; and international economic development. Runs fellowship scheme for postgraduate economists.
• OXFAM. 274 Banbury Road, Oxford 0X2 7DZ. Tel: 01865 311311. E-mail: oxfam@oxfam.org.uk . Website: www.oxfam.org.uk Details of vacancies and how to apply are available on website. Oxfam also maintains a register of qualified people with experience in water supply or logistics, who can work overseas at short notice for 3-6 months. For details and an application form, send SAE to Emergency Skills Register, International Human Resources, Oxfam, 274 Banbury Rd, Oxford OX2 7DZ.
• OXFAM-IN-IRELAND. 9 Burgh Quay, Dublin 2. Tel: 010 672 7662. Website: www.oxfamireland.org. Local-based posts sometimes available. Overseas postings arranged via Oxford office (see above).
• PLAN INTERNATIONAL. Plan, International Headquarters, Chobham House, Christchurch Way Woking, Surrey GU21 6JG. United Kingdom. Tel (+44)1483 755 155, Fax (+44)1483 756 505
  We exist because millions of children live in conditions of extreme poverty across the World and we can do something to help. Our vision is of a world in which all children realise their full potential in societies, which respect people's rights and dignity. We do this by working with children, their families and the wider community, to help them achieve positive change in their own lives. For more than 60 years, we have stood for the rights of children, and helped millions of children to have the opportunity to contribute to their societies in a positive way.
• PROGRESSIO. Unit 3 Canonbury Yard, 190a New North Road, London. N1 7BJ
  E-mail: enquiries@progressio.org.uk Tel: +44 (0)20 7354 0883 Fax +44 (0)20 7359 0017
  Progressio (formerly CIIR Catholic Institute for International Relations) is an international development charity working for justice and the eradication of poverty. Our approach combines advocacy work to secure equitable policies with the strengthening of community-based organisations that represent the interests of the poor and improve their quality of life. Through our country programmes, we place experienced professionals to share their skills with partners in 11 countries.
• SAVE THE CHILDREN FUND. 17 Grove Lane , London SE5 8RD. Tel: 020 7703 5400. Fax: 020 7703 2278. Website: www.savethechildren.org.uk Operates both in the UK and in over 50 developing countries. Some emergency overseas relief postings, also longer-term posts overseas and in the UK working with children, young people and families.
• SOS SAHEL Hamlyn House, Mac Donald Road, London N19 5PG. Tel: 0207 561 7608. Fax: 0207 561 7622. E-mail: mail@sahel.org.uk Website: www.sahel.org.uk . Works in vulnerable environments of Africa helping rural people make the best use of natural resources. Limited overseas posts and occasional UK paid jobs. Volunteer opportunities in translation, design, computer and accountancy skills.
• TEARFUND 100 Church Road, Teddington TW11 8QE. Tel: 020 8977 9144. Website: www.tearfund.org Evangelical Christian development and relief charity working through local partners to bring help and hope to communities in need around the world. Opportunities for salaried posts in the UK and short and long term voluntary work in UK and overseas for committed Christians. Also has a Disaster Response Register for volunteers with suitable skills and experience willing to help at short notice for 3-12 months in relief programmes.
• TROCAIRE 12 Cathedral Street, Dublin 1. Tel: 01 288 5385. E-mail: info@cs.trocaire.org Website: www.trocaire.org Funding agency working with overseas partners in long-term development projects. Salaried posts in Ireland plus some overseas. Emergency relief projects in Africa.
• UK COMMITTEE FOR UNICEF Africa House, 64 – 78 Kingsway, London WC2B 6NB. Tel: 020 7405 5592. E-mail: helpdesk@unicef.org.uk . Website: www.unicef.org.uk Volunteers needed to support work in the UK, including fundraising and campaigning to increase awareness of development issues.
• WAR ON WANT Fenner Brockway House, 37-39 Great Guildford Street, London SE1 0ES. Tel: 020 7620 1111. Fax: 020 7261 9291.E-mail: mailroom@waronwant.org Website: www.waronwant.org UK-based salaried posts sometimes available for world poverty campaigns, projects and fundraising. Volunteers also needed.
• WATERAID Prince Consort House, 27-29 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7UB. Tel: 0207 793 4500. E-mail: wateraid@wateraid.org Website: www.wateraid.org.uk Water Aid supports drinking water and sanitation projects in developing countries. Overseas staff, including engineers, health educators and community development managers attached to local rural self-help schemes. Experience required. Occasional paid and voluntary UK posts also available.
• WORLD DEVELOPMENT MOVEMENT 25 Beehive Place, London SW9 7QR. Tel: 020 7737 6215. Fax: 0207 274 8232. E-mail: wdm@wdm.org.uk Website: www.oneworld.net/wdm / Pressure group on Third World issues. Paid and voluntary vacancies.
• WORLD VISION UK Opal Drive, Fox Milne, Milton Keynes MK15 0ZR. Tel: 01908 841000. E-mail: info@worldvision.org.uk Website: www.WorldVision.org.uk
• WORLD VISION OF IRELAND 10 Main Street, Donnybrook, Dublin 4. Tel: 00 3531 283 7800. E-mail: Ireland@wvi.org Website: www.wvireland.org Relieves suffering, working in partnership with local churches in over 80 countries. Volunteers and salaried posts.
• WORLD WIDE FUND FOR NATURE Panda House, Weyside Park, Catteshall Lane, Godalming, Surrey GU7 1XR. Tel: 01483 426444. Fax: 01483 426409. Website: www.wwf.org UK jobs advertised on website. Link to international website www.panda.org for overseas job opportunities.
• Y CARE INTERNATIONAL. 640 Forest Road, London E17 3DZ. Tel: 020 7421 3000. E-mail: enquiries@ymca.org.uk Website: www.ycare.org.uk Works with disadvantaged young people in developing countries. Volunteers welcome for fundraising and development education activities in the UK.

HEALTH AND SOCIAL/COMMUNITY WORK

• www.nhscareers.nhs.uk For information on returning to work in the NHS
• www.nursingcourses.co.uk Information on re-training in nursing and related health professions Links to government departments and organisations.
• AMERICAN REFUGEE COMMITTEE. E-mail: archq@archq.org . Website: www.archq.org . A non-profit humanitarian organisation working for the survival, health and well being of refugees and displaced persons. ARC has programmes in 11 countries and hires medical personnel, civil engineers, logisticians and income generation co-ordinators. ARC provides a monthly stipend, health insurance, group housing and transportation.
• BML. Mylen House, 11 Wagon Lane, Sheldon, Birmingham B26 3DU. Tel: 0121 743 3030. Fax: 0121 743 2102. E-mail: info@bmlmed.co.uk Website: www.bmlmed.co.uk Medical recruitment consultants specialising in the placement of all grades of doctors in a wide range of specialities. Locum positions, mainly in the UK, available. Permanent positions (2 year extendable contracts) also available in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait for doctors, nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, pharmacists, paramedics, radiographers and others.
• CHRISTOFFEL-BLINDENMISSION Nibelungenstr. 124, 64625 Bensheim, Germany. Tel: 49-62 51-131 241. Website: www.cbmi.de Interdenominational Christian organisation collaborating with overseas partners to prevent and cure blindness and educate and rehabilitate disabled people. Needs Christian ophthalmologists, eye nurses, physiotherapists, orthopaedic surgeons and special education teachers. 2 or 4 year extendable contracts.
• GOAL. 7 Hanson Street, London W1W 6TE. Tel: 0207 631 3196. E-mail: info@goal-uk.org . Website: www.goal.ie Aid to the poorest, through education, training, construction, water and sanitation and especially primary health care. Volunteers and salaried posts overseas.
• HEALTH LINK WORLDWIDE. Cityside, 40 Adler Street, London E1 1EE. Tel: 020 7539 1570. Fax: 020 7539 1580. E-mail: info@healthlink.org.uk Website: www.healthlink.org.uk Provides database of information on primary health care and disability in developing countries. Up to 100 new entries per month. Job vacancies advertised.
• HEALTH UNLIMITED. Prince Consort House, 27-29 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7TJ. Tel: 020 7840 3777. Fax: 020 7840 3770. E-mail: e.michau@healthunlimited.org Website: www.healthunlimited.org Offers training in primary health to communities in less developed countries who are deprived of access to health care as a result of conflict.
• HEALTH NET INTERNATIONAL (HNI) Maassluisstraat 258, 1062 GL Amsterdam, Netherlands. Tel (31) 20-512 0646 Fax: (31) 20-420 1503. E-mail: office@hni.nl . Website: www.healthnetinternational.org . HNI is an NGO working towards the rebuilding of health systems in the aftermath of crisis. HNI has its base in Amsterdam and implements 15 programmes in 13 countries in Africa, Asia, South America, and Eastern Europe.
• HELP AGE INTERNATIONAL. PO BOX 32832, London N1 9UZ. Tel: 0207 278 7778. Fax: 0207 713 7993. E-mail: hai@helpage.org . Website: www.helpage.org . Help age international is a global network of organisations with a mission to work with and for disadvantaged older people worldwide to achieve a lasting improvement in the quality of their lives. They recruit Ophthalmologists and Ophthalmic nurses throughout the year to work in their overseas programmes based in Asia and Africa
• HMD RESPONSE. 23 Pembridge Square , London W2 4DR.Tel: 020 7229 7447. E-mail: hmd@hmdresponse.org.uk Website: www.hmdresponse.org Recruits medical volunteers especially GPs and registered general and mental nurses for placements currently in Lebanon , Former Yugoslavia and Angola . Provides subsistence, accommodation and travel expenses. Contact the Programme Manager.
• INTERNATIONAL HEALTH EXCHANGE. RedR, 1 Great George Street , London SW1P 3AA . Tel: 0207 233 3590. Fax: 0207 233 3590. E-mail: info@ihe.org.uk Website: www.ihe.org.uk Runs a register for health workers wanting to work in developing countries and produces a bi-monthly magazine and a list of job vacancies.
• LEPRA. Fairfax House, Causton Road , Colchester, Essex CO1 1PU. Tel: 01206 562286. E-mail: lepra@lepra.org.uk Website: www.lepra.org.uk Gives funds to overseas projects working with people with leprosy. Currently working in Asia, Africa and South America .
• LOCUM GROUP RECRUITMENT. Clocktower House, 287-289 Cranbrook Road , Ilford, Essex IG1 4UA. Specialise in recruitment of health technical and scientific staff for the NHS and private sectors. E-mail: doctors@locumgroup.com Website: www.reedhealth.com
• MARIE STOPES INTERNATIONAL. 153-157 Cleveland Street , London W1T 6QW . Tel: 020 7574 7400. Website: www.mariestopes.org.uk E-mail: recruitment@stopes.org.uk Works in the field of maternal and child health and family planning in the UK and 25 developing countries. Recruitment page for administrative and specialist roles in UK and overseas.
• MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERES. 67- 74 Saffron Hill, London EC1N 8QX. Tel: 0207 404 6600. Fax: 0207 404 4466. Website: www.msf.org Sends medical personnel and logisticians for emergency medical relief work, frequently working in areas of conflict and instability. Write to recruitment department with CV or apply on-line.
• MERLIN. 5 -13 Trinity Street , Borough, London SE1 1DP. Tel: 0207 378 4888. E-mail: hq@merlin.org.uk Website: www.merlin.org.uk Founded in 1993 to provide medical relief in the first phase of international emergencies when the local infrastructure has broken down. Sends doctors, nurses and logisticians on short to medium term assignments. Also needs volunteers in London for fundraising.
• SWIIS. 19 Portland Place, London W1B 1PX. Tel: 020 7307 8383. E-mail: london@swiis.com . Website: www.swiis.co.uk Wide range of employment opportunities in UK and overseas for qualified social workers and those looking to build on their experience in community and development work (RVs particularly welcome). Applicants are given individual interviews and advised on possible opportunities to develop their career in this area. Can register on-line.

EDUCATION AND TEACHING SUPPLY AGENCIES

• ABACUS EDUCATION. Tel: 020 8646 1001. E-mail: a bacuseduc@aol.com Website: www.abacuseducation.co.uk
• ACADEMY SUPPLY AGENCY. 1 Union Court, Cook Street, Liverpool L2 4SJ. Tel: 0151 284 7723. E-mail: accounts@academypeople.com . Website: www.academypeople.co.uk/ Supply teachers at all levels. FRES member.
• ADVANTAGE EDUCATION LTD. 174 Woolwich Road, Charlton, London SE7 7RA. Tel: Central 0208 305 0901. Essex: 01375 390888. Kent: 01892 524111. Website: www.advantageeducation.co.uk Mainly primary, secondary and special needs, in Essex and Kent. FRES member.
• APPOINTMENTS FOR TEACHERS AFT Contact Details Tel: 0845 226 1904. Email: enquiries@eteach.com . Website: www.eteach.com Appointments for teachers, and other education related posts in the UK - job listings by category. Useful links and lists of supply agencies in the UK.
• ASA EDUCATION. Glade House, 52-54 Carter Lane, London EC4V 5JL. Tel: 0207 246 4777. E-mail: education@asagroup.co.uk Website: www.asaeducation.com Provides supply services to primary and secondary schools throughout Greater London and surrounding areas. Requires qualified teachers for all subjects and age ranges, particularly primary, for short- and long-term vacancies. Provides training and advancement courses. FRES member.
• COORDINATION GROUP PUBLICATIONS. Broughton House, Broughton- in- Furness, Cumbria, LA20 6HH. Tel: 01229 715 714. E-mail: info@cgpbooks.co.uk . Website: www.cgpbooks.co.uk . CGP publishes entertaining and highly usable educational texts. This is no usual middle-of-the-road publisher. Keen to take on RVs.
• CAPITA EDUCATION. Victoria Street, London SW1H 0XA. Tel: 0207 799 1526. E-mail: marketing@capita.co.uk . Website: www.capita.co.uk with links to individual e-mail addresses. Amalgamation of 3 former agencies. Countrywide opportunities for long and short term placements. Offers seminars to update on latest government initiatives in education.
• CAMBRIDGE EDUCATION ASSOCIATES Demeter House, Station Rd, Cambridge CB1 2RS. Tel: 01223 578 500. E-mail: cea@cea.co.uk Website: www.cea.co.uk Only concerned with senior staff, for temporary positions across the whole of the UK - interim management, consultancy and training, and school inspection. Also overseas work.
• CENTRE FOR BRITISH TEACHERS. 60 Queens Road, Reading, UK, RG1 4BS. Tel: 0118 902 1000. E-mail: enquiries@cfbt.com. Website: www.cfbt.com Charity, which works with clients worldwide to develop high quality, innovative and cost-effective solutions to their education and training needs. Operations in over 20 countries, with regional bases in SE Asia, Middle East, E Africa and USA. Supports research and innovative projects, and provides grants and scholarships. Runs careers service providing advice and job opportunities.
• CHALKFACE.NET. 78 Kemble Road, London SE23 2DJ. Tel: 0870 122 5231. E-mail: office@chalkface.net Website www.chalkface.net FRES member.
• CHARLES FELLOWES RESOURCING. Newater House, 11 Newhall Street, Birmingham B3 3NY. Tel:0121 233 5000. E-mail: inf@cfr.co.u k Website: www.cfr.co.uk All types of contract and permanent roles in UK and in schools providing the UK curriculum overseas. On-line registration.
• CLASS TEACHERS. PO Box 6009, Leighton Buzzard LU7 7XU. Tel: 01525 382 122. Website: www. Lutonjobs.com and www.aylesburyvale.net
• CLASSROOM CALL EDUCATION. 5 Trinity House, Trinity Street, Colchester CO1 1JN. Tel: 01206 241 843/240 348. E-mail: enquiries@classroomcall.com . Website: www.classroomcall.com .
• DIAMOND RECRUITMENT GROUP. 16 Donegall Square South, Belfast BT1 5JF. Tel: 028 9055 800. E-mail: employment@diamond-rec.co.uk Website: www.diamond-rec.co.uk . Positions within Northern Ireland.
• EDUCATION STAFFING LINK. 1489 Pershore Road, Strichley, Birmingham B30 2JL. Tel: 0121 486 1985. Website: www.esl.uk.net . Nursery and primary only. Supply/temporary only. Birmingham and adjoining areas. FRES member.
• EDUCATION VIPs. 50 High Street, Bromley, Kent BR1 1EG. Tel: 020 8289 6487. E-mail: bew post@educationvips.com . Website: www.educationvips.com . Provides qualified primary and secondary teachers and nursery nurses for daily, long-term and permanent work in schools in London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and Essex areas. FRES member.
• EF ENGLISH FIRST TEACHER RECRUITMENT AND TRAINING. Arthur House, Chorlton Street, Manchester
• M1 3EJ. Tel: 0161 236 5521. Email: recruitment@englishfirst.com Website : www.englishfirst.com Head Office for the recruitment of English language teachers and Academic Managers for EF's operations in 15 non-English speaking countries. TEFL Training is also available at certificate and diploma level.
• EUROPEAN COUNCIL OF INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS. 21 B Lavant Street, Petersfield, Hampshire GU32 3EL. Tel: 01730 268 244. E-mail: ecis@ecis.org Website: www.ecis.org Association of international schools which recruits teachers worldwide. Year round placement service for administrative and teaching staff seeking work. Vacancy lists and regular Recruitment Centres in London and overseas, bringing together employers and job hunters.
• HAYS PERSONNEL. Website: www.haysworks.com . Or www.hays.com . Supply teacher and nursery nurse recruitment. Expanding national office network. Job vacancy search facility. FRES member.
• HEAD LINE TEACHER SUPPLY. Roman House, 49 Spencer Street, St Albans, Herts, AL3 5EH. Tel: 01727 840015. Website: www.headline-uk.com All types of positions, including nursery nurses and heads of department. Offices in Herts, Beds, Berks, Bucks and Essex. Provides help for returning teachers to familiarise themselves with current UK education system, including free training courses, reference materials such as literacy and numeracy folders, etc. Also run courses for people who are thinking of changing career and going into teaching. FRES member.
• HEMISPHERE EDUCATION SERVICES. 18 Waverley Rd, South Woodford, London E18 1HX. Tel: 0845 3242 130. Email: info@hemisphereeducation.com Website: www.hemisphereeducation.com Specialises in assisting teachers locate/re-locate to the UK from abroad. Offering long-term supply contracts. Placements available in nursery, primary, secondary, special education and management posts. Friendly and helpful staff, dedicated to providing comprehensive support for teachers settling into the UK.
• INITIAL EDUCATION PERSONNEL. 4th Floor, Copenhagen House, 5-10 Bury Street, London EC3A 5AT. Tel:0207 7636 7030. Website: www.londonlodging.co.uk All types of positions, including nursery nurses, FE and tertiary. Online applications. FRES member.
• KID STAFF. Admail 2109, Birmingham, B36 9BR. Tel: 0845 603 7898. E-mail: enquiry@kidstaff.co.uk . Website: www.kidstaff.co.uk Provides temporary staff to schools and nurseries in West Midlands. Call or visit website for application form.
• MARK EDUCATION. 60 Victoria Street, St. Albans, Herts. AL1 3XH. Tel: 01727 812 333. E-mail: info@markeducation.co.uk . Website: www.markeducation.co.uk . All types of teaching posts, including nursery nurses and permanent, across whole of UK. Offices nationwide. FRES member
• MARK ONE EDUCATION. St. Davids, South Close, Woking, Surrey GU21 4TB. Tel: 01483 728 292. Fax: 01483 726982. E-mail: info@markone.co.u k Website: www.markone.co.uk . Recruits qualified supply teachers.
• MASTERLOCK RECRUITMENT. LONDON: 32, Queensway, W2 3RX. Tel: 020 72296699. info@masterlock.co.uk BRISTOL: 10 Park St, BS1 5HX. Tel: 0117 9154567. bristol@masterlock.co.uk Website: www.masterlock.co.uk REC member. Primary and secondary teaching positions across the south of England. Contact us now for friendly advice on obtaining work back in the UK. Whether you are looking for short-term supply or a permanent position.
• NORD ANGLIA EDUCATION PLC. Anglia House, Eden Place, Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 1AT. Tel: 0161 491 4191. FRES member.
• E-mail: enquiries@nordanglia.com . Website: www.nordanglia.com . Mainly Further Education but with links to a teacher database.
• PEACH EDUCATION. Richmond Business Centre, 23-24 George Street, Richmond, Surrey TW9 1HY. www.chest.ac.uk
• PRIMARY SUPPLY LTD. 186 London Road, Victoria Park, Leicester LE2 1ND. Tel: 0116 255 0440. E-mail: admin@primarysupply.co.uk . Website: www.primarysupply.co.uk . Offices throughout Midlands. Primary and secondary.
• SELECT EDUCATION. Regent Court, Laporte Way, Luton, Beds LU4 8SB. Tel: 01582 406 800. Lo-call: 0845 600 1234. E-mail: education@selecteducation.com . Website: www.selecteducation.co.uk Places primary, secondary and special needs teachers, nursery nurses and teaching assistants in short and long-term supply, contract and permanent positions. Offices across the UK. Provides free training and access to resources and teaching materials. FRES member.
• SWIIS EDUCATION. 19 Portland Place, London W1B 1PX. Tel: 0207 307 8383. E-mail: info@swiis.com . Website: www.swiis.co.uk . Offices in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle and Glasgow. All types of positions, including permanent. FRES member.
• TEACHER DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, PO Box 3049, Chelmsford CM1 3YT. Teaching Information Line: 0845 6000 991. E-mail: teaching@ttainfo.co.uk Website: www.canteach.gov.uk . Up-to-date information on teacher training in England and Wales and lists of refresher courses available countrywide for those who have been away from teaching in UK.
• TEACHERS WORKLINE. Valentines House, 5 th Floor, 51-69 Ilford Hill, Essex IG1 2DL. Tel: 020 8924 6060. E-mail: enquiries@teachers-workline.co.uk Website: www.teachers-workline.co.uk . Supply and some permanent posts for nursery nurses and primary and secondary teachers, across UK. Online jobs database. FRES member.
• LOCUM GROUP RECRUITMENT. Clocktower House, 287-289 Cranbrook Road, Ilford, Essex IG1 4UA. Tel: 020 8252 5791. Free Tel: 0800 068 1117. E-mail: education@locumgroup.com. Website: www.locumgroup.com Specialist supply agency for primary, secondary and special needs teachers, for long-term or permanent positions throughout the UK. (See also under Health section for services to Local Authorities, Social Services and hospitals). FRES member.
• PROJECTS ABROAD www.projects-abroad.co.uk short or long term placements in Argentina, Bolivia, Cambodia, Chile, China, Costa Rica, Ethiopia, Ghana, India, Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia, Morocco, Nepal, Peru, Romania, Senegal, Sri Lanka, South Africa, and Thailand. Offer projects in Teaching, Journalism, Conservation, Law, Community projects, Sport, and Medicine. 
• TEACHING PERSONNEL. 99 Bridge Road East, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire AL7 1GL. Tel: 0800 980 8935. E-mail: gavin.donnelly@ teachingpersonnel.com Website: www.teachingpersonnel.com Nationwide coverage. All types of posts.
• THE TEACHING SUPPLY AGENCY. Acorn House, Unit 16, Longshot Lane, Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 1RL. Tel: 01344 482 708. Website: www.teaching-agency.co.uk Supply and long term posts.
• TIMEPLAN EDUCATION GROUP LTD TimePlan House, 20/21 Arcadia Avenue, London N3 2JU. Tel: 020 8371 8000 (primary teachers) or 020 8371 8010 (secondary). Website: www.timeplan.com Offices throughout the UK and overseas.
• BRITISH NURSING AGENCIES. Website: www.nursing-list.com Primary and secondary teachers, and literacy and numeracy consultants. Supply, part-time and full-time.
• WORLD UNIVERSITY SERVICE. 14 Dufferin Street, London EC1Y 8PD. Tel: 0207 426 5800. Website: www.aquascript.com
• E-mail: enquiries@ aquascript.com . Works with refugees in UK and overseas, supporting their access to education and training.

TECHNICAL AND ENGINEERING

• ATKINS. Woodcote Grove, Ashley Road, Epsom, Surrey KT18 5BW. Tel: (01372) 726140. Fax: (01372) 740055. E-mail: info@atkinsglobal.com Website: www.atkinsglobal.com An engineering consultancy which has a variety of interests within the broad environmental field. UK and overseas contracts available for graduates and professional engineers, consultants and management specialists. Jobs advertised on-line.
• CENTRE FOR ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGY. Machynlleth, Powys SY20 9AZ. Tel: 01654 705 950. Website: www.cat.org.uk Demonstrates and provides information on sustainable and appropriate technologies for use in Britain and worldwide. Has short and long term volunteer placements. Runs practical courses, provides consultancy and produces publications. Advertises in-house vacancies on website and has notice board for companies in the same sector to post vacancies.
• RED R. 1 Great George Street, London SW1P 3AA. Tel: 020 7233 3116. E-mail: info@redr.org Website: www.redr.org RedR is a charitable organisation which holds a register of carefully selected and trained relief personnel who can undertake, at relatively short notice, short term assignments for humanitarian aid agencies. Applicants should have several years' experience, appropriate skills and humanitarian concerns. For further information, visit the website, e-mail or ring for a pack.
• ROUGHTON GROUP. 321 Millbrook Road West, Southampton SO15 0HW. Tel: 023 8070 5533. Fax:: 023 8070 1060. E-mail: hq@roughton.com Website: www.roughton.com Works worldwide providing consultancy services to civil engineering and building sectors.
• SCOTT WILSON. Scott House, Basing View, Basingstoke, Hants RG21 4JG. Tel: 01256 461161. Website: www.scott-wilson.com International consultancy providing integrated engineering, management, planning and environmental services in the built and natural environment. Operates in over 50 countries. Recruits graduates and experienced staff. Vacancies posted on website.
• SYMONDS GROUP LTD. 24-30 Holborn, London EC1N 2LX. Tel: 0207 870 9300. Fax: 0207 870 9399. E-mail: sara.Kelly@symonds-group.com . Website: www.symonds-group.com . Keen to employ RVs who have worked in Rural Development and Engineering. Send CV to the Rural Development Manager.
• VERITY TMC. 10 South Molton Street, London W1K 5QJ. Tel: 020 7495 7266 www.verity-appointments.ltd.uk Agency for IT and technology related appointments. Operates in Manchester, London and Kent.

NATURAL RESOURCES

• ADC ENVIRONMENT RECRUITMENT. 58 Kingley Close, Wickford, Essex SS12 0EN. Tel: (01268) 468000. Fax: (01268) 451111. E-mail: jobs@pathcom.co.uk Website: www.environmentpost.co.uk Experience in the environmental consultancy sector forward your CV to the above for inclusion on their database.
• ADAS. Woodthorne, Wergs Road, Wolverhampton WV6 8TQ. Tel: 01902 754 190. E-mail: enquiries@adas.co.uk Website: www.adas.co.uk Leading consultancy and research organisation for the land-based industries, working throughout UK and overseas. Covers most aspects of agriculture, environment and rural development. Also advertise on-line short and longer-term vacancies for those with suitable skills in UK and Overseas.
• ALC-AGRI-LIVESTOCK CONSULTANT IJeslstraat 46, 1078 CK, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Tel: +31 20 6262824. Fax: +31 20 6387775. Website: www.alc-consultants.com An international firm providing technical and commercial consultancy services on a worldwide basis in the areas of agriculture, food and rural development, including veterinary and phytosanitary sectors.
• AGRISYSTEMS LTD. Agrisystems House, 74 Oxford Road, Stone, Aylesbury, Bucks HP17 8PL. Tel: 01296 748550. E-mail: info@agrisystems.co.uk Website: www.agrisystems.co.uk Consulting company working for sustainable economic and social development. Advertises on website vacancies worldwide for those with experience in agricultural and rural development, field engineering and environmental projects.
• ARM LTD. 110 Fulbourn Road, Cambridge CB1 9NJ. Tel: (44) 01223 400 400. E-mail: recruitment-uk@arm.com Website: www.arm.com Specialising in recruitment for the agricultural business and allied sectors (includes fisheries, forestry and horticulture) ARM maintains a list of appropriate CVs. They advertise many of the positions in the Farmers Weekly.
• BOOKER TATE LTD. Masters Court, Church Road, Thame, Oxon 0X9 3FA. Tel: 01844 251000. Fax: 01844 251 1020. Website: www.booker-tate.co.uk Consultants involved in the management of agricultural projects, specialising in sugar. Places experienced staff in management roles and have training scheme for those with less work experience. CVs from volunteers with management level experience, particularly connected with the sugar industry, welcome. Current vacancies advertised on website.
• BRITISH TRUST FOR CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERS (BTCV). Conservation Centre, 163 Balby Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN4 0RH. Tel: 01302 572 244. Fax 01302 310 167. E-mail: information@btcv.org.uk, Website: www.btcv.org.uk BTCV is the largest practical conservation charity in the UK. Local groups and the National HQ organise a range of activities designed to protect and enhance the environment. Posts volunteer and staff vacancies on website.
• CARGILL CORPORATE. Cargill Office Centre, P.O.Box 9300, Minneapolis MN 55440-9300. Tel: (952) 742-7575. Website: www.cargill.com International consultancy providing technical assistance and management services in a wide range of agro-industrial development projects. Activities of interest include agriculture, agri-business, rural development and horticulture. They maintain a database of suitably qualified and experienced individuals.
• ROYAL GEOGRAPHICAL SOCIETY. Expedition advisory Centre, 1 Kensington Gore, London SW7 2AR. Tel: 020 7591 3000. E-mail: info @rgs.org Website: www.rgs.org/eac Wide range of services for those planning scientific expeditions overseas. Also helps people wanting to join expeditions and deals with expedition vacancies. Linked with the Royal Geographical Society.
• FARMING AND WILDLIFE ADVISORY GROUP (FWAG). National Agricultural Centre, Stoneleigh, Warwickshire CV8 2RX. Tel: 024 7669 6699 E-mail: info@fwag.org.uk Website: www.fwag.org.uk An independent charity with core funding from MAFF advising farmers and land managers on conservation issues.
• FIND YOUR FEET (FYF). Unit 316, Bon Marche Centre, 241-251 Ferndale road, London SW9 8BJ. Fax: 0207 733 8848. E-mail: fyf@fyf.org.uk Website: www.fyf.org.uk FYF is a UK based development NGO working in partnership with NGOs in South Asia and Southern Africa. FYF programmes seek long term sustainable solutions to poverty, enabling poor families to make the best economic and environmental use of the natural resources at their disposal. Offers opportunities to volunteer or become a trustee.
• GREENPEACE. Canonbury Villas, London N1 2PN. Tel: 0207 8658100. Fax: 0207 8658200 E-mail: info@uk.greenpeace.org Website: www.greenpeace.org Greenpeace is an international campaign agency working for the protection of the environment and has programmes focusing on fisheries and forests. Worldwide vacancies advertised on website under information section.
• GROUNDWORK. 85-87 Cornwall Street, Birmingham B3 3BY Tel: 0121 2368565. Fax: 0121 2367356. E-mail: info@groundwork.org.uk Website: www.grounwork.org.uk Established in 1981, Groundwork is active in 150 towns and cities across the UK. They develop and facilitate mostly “community-based” programmes linking environmental, social and economic regeneration. Career opportunities for project managers, officers, Finance and Admin managers, Landscape Architects and Environmental Project Officers. Advertises on website or in the Guardian, local newspapers and environmental magazines. Opportunities for volunteers.
• GORTA. The Freedom from Hunger Council of Ireland, 12 Herbert Street, Dublin 2. Tel: 00 3531 6615522. Fax: 00 3531 661 2627. E-mail: admin@gorta.ie Website: www.gorta.ie Promotes small scale, long-term agricultural projects in developing countries by working with local organisations and personnel to achieve sustainability. Occasional vacancies in Ireland advertised on website (news section).
• HALCROW GROUP LTD. 5th Floor, 3 Shortlands, Hammersmith, London W6 8DA. Tel: 0207 602 7282. Fax: 0207 603 0095. Web site: www.halcrow.com International consultancy that runs infrastructure and environment projects in the UK and worldwide. Maintains a database of suitable individuals (send CV). Also advertises current vacancies on website.
• HDRA- ORGANIC ORGANISATION Ryton Organic Gardens, Coventry CV8 3LG Tel: 024 7630 3517. Fax: 024 7663 9229. E-mail: enquiry@hdra.org.uk Web site: www.hdra.org.uk Promotes and researches organic gardening, farming and food. Overseas activities include scientific research, extension work and the running of training courses. Advertises job opportunities and studentships on website.
• INTERMEDIATE TECHNOLOGY. Schumacher Centre for Technology and Development, Bourton-on-Dunsmore, Rugby, Warwick CV23 9QZ Tel: (0) 1926 634 403. Fax: (0) 1926 634 405. E-mail: itc@itdg.org.uk . Websites: www.itcltd.com (consulting arm). Intermediate Technology is a charity working to build the technical skills of poor people in developing countries, enabling them to improve the quality of life. Jobs and registration for consultants list on consultancy website.
• LANDELL MILLS LIMITED. Bryer-Ash Business Park, Bradford Road, Trowbridge, Bath BA14 8HE. Tel: 01225 763777. Fax: 01225 753 678. E-mail: lml@landell-mills.com . Website: www.landell-mills.com Provides research and management services in natural resource sector, operating in 90 countries worldwide. Holds register of 6000+ consultants. Advertises consultancy posts on website.
• HORTICULTURE Land and use volunteers, Horticultural Therapy, The Geoffrey Udall Building, Trunkwell Park, Beech Hill, Reading, Berks RG7 2AT. Tel: 0118 988 5688. Website: www.hort.vt.edu . Arranges 12 months voluntary placements in England and Wales for young people with skills in horticulture, agriculture, environmental conservation or any land-based discipline. Working with disabled and disadvantaged people. Board, lodging and pocket money provided.

• LAURENCE GOULD PARTNERSHIP. 3 Rutland Square, Edinburgh EH1 2AS. Tel: (0131) 2298741 E-mail: Edinburgh@laurencegould.com Website: www.laurencegould.com Management consultants to agriculture in its broadest sense providing both strategic and technical advice to farming enterprises. Although a lot of their work is in the UK they are also working in Eastern Europe. They maintain a list of consultants.
• LTS INTERNATIONAL. Pentlands Science Park, Bush Loan, Penicuik, Nr. Edinburgh EH26 0PH. Tel: 0131 405500. Fax: 0131 4405501. E-mail: mail@ltsi.co.uk Web site: www.ltsi.co.uk A leading forestry consultancy and project management company. Short and long term vacancies overseas for suitably skilled applicants (details of qualifications required on website). Maintain a database of consultants.
• MACALISTER ELLIOTT AND PARTNERS LTD. 56 High Street, Lymington, Hampshire SO41 9AH. Tel: (01590) 679016. Fax: (01590) 671573. E-mail: mep@macallister-elliott.com Website: www.macalister-elliott.com an independent fisheries consultancy specialising in the preparation, implementation and management of fisheries operations and development projects worldwide. They maintain a list of consultants.
• NATIONAL FARMERS UNION (NFU) Agriculture House, 164 Shaftesbury Avenue, London WC2H 8HL Tel: (0207) 3317200. Fax (0207) 3317 401. E-mail: nfu@nfuonline.com Web site: www.nfu.org.uk . The personnel section recruit for the head office mainly in the field of law, economics and planning and vacancies are advertised on the website and in the national press and specialist magazines.
• NR INTERNATIONAL. Park House, Aylesford, Kent ME20 6SN. Tel: 01732 878 686/7. E-mail: info@nrint.co.uk Website: www.nrinternational.co.uk Maintains database of experts with at least one year's overseas experience available for future projects in developing countries. Opportunities for natural resources related projects, especially forestry, advertised on website. To register as consultant send for database form.
• PAN LIVESTOCK SERVICES LTD Department of Agriculture, Earley Gate, P O Box 236, Reading RG6 6AT. Tel: 0118 926 4888. E-mail: veeru@reading.ac.uk Website: www.veeru.reading.ac.uk Employs vets, economists, animal production and IT specialists. Specialises in livestock development so people must have relevant experience. Postgraduate qualifications also highly valued. Closely related to VEERU at Reading University that runs relevant courses.
• PLUNKETT FOUNDATION. 23 Hanborough Business Park, Long Hanborough, Oxfordshire OX29 8SG. Tel: 01993 883636. E-mail: info@plunkett.co.uk Website: www.plunkett.co.uk Independent trust promoting the study and development of agricultural co-operatives and other farmer-controlled organisations. Register of consultants and trainers for short/long term advisory and management projects. Interested in hearing from volunteers with experience in co-operatives and/or farmers' organisations.
• TDI GROUP. Ferry House, 48 Lower Mount Street, Dublin 2. Tel: 00 3531 661 1903. Fax: 00 3531 661 4991. E-mail: tdi@tdigroup.ie Website: www.tdigroup.ie Provides consultancy services in rural development, agriculture and environmental consultancy. Keeps database of consultants from wide range of agriculture/ logistics/management backgrounds.
• RWA INTERNATIONAL LTD. Beckets House, 34 Market Place, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 1BZ. Tel: (01765) 600455. Fax: (01765) 600344. E-mail: rwaripon@rwainternational.com Website: www. rwainternational.com . Rural development consultants working in Africa and South East Asia. Activities: agricultural economics; agronomy; environmental appraisal; fisheries; natural resources planning; project administration and finance. RWA currently have about 50 staff overseas and they maintain a database of over 2000 suitably qualified candidates.
• ULG. Gables House, Kenilworth Road, Leamington Spa CV32 6JX. Tel: 01926 452 464. E-mail: ulg@ulg.co.uk Website: www.ulg.co.uk Part of international management consultancy in agriculture, rural development, environment and related fields, working in UK and developing countries. Normally expects at least five years' relevant experience but occasionally has posts for people with one year less. Successful completion of VSO assignment an asset.
• World Land Trust www.worldlandtrust.org international conservation organisation that takes direct action to save rainforest: they buy it, acre by acre. Since its foundation in 1989 the World Land Trust has helped purchase and protect over 350,000 acres of threatened wildlife habitats. Has a very successful six-month internship programme which aims to equip recent graduates with the skills and experience needed for a career in conservation. From time to time other voluntary opportunities and paid vacancies are also available. See the Jobs and Internships page for more details.

BUSINESS/GENERALCONSULTANCIES

• THE COVERDALE ORGANISATION Plestowes Barn, Hareway Lane, Barford, Warwick CV35 8DD. Tel:01926 625 757. Email: info@coverdale.co.uk Website: www.coverdale.co.uk Training and consultancy firm which undertakes projects and assignments in the UK and overseas. Interested in RVs with management experience in any field that have successfully led teams in developing countries. Short and long term assignments arise and extensive training will be provided for suitable candidates.
• MANGO. Management Accounting for NGOs. Tel: +44 (0) 1865 433 342. Fax: +44 (0)1865 423 560. E-mail: financestaff@mango.org.uk Website: www.mango.org.uk Mango is a registered charity, which exists to improve the financial management of NGOs working in humanitarian aid and development. One of Mango's key activities is providing a source of experienced finance staff, to work with NGOs like Oxfam, Save the Children, Red Cross and Merlin. Through our register of carefully selected finance professionals we have gained a reputation for solving a range of NGO resourcing needs: short term consultancies, long term placements and permanent recruitment. Members of Mango's register work in the UK and all round the world, on both relief and development projects. Mango welcomes applications from returned VSO volunteers to join their register.
• PMTC. Riverside House, The Green, Harrold, Bedfordshire MK43 7DB. Tel: 01234 720232. Fax: 01234 721 374. E-mail: administration@pmtc.org Website: www.pmtc.org. Project management and training consultancy. Aid projects and projects for NGOs and private sector. Offices in Bangladesh and Zambia. All aspects of management development training, both overseas and in UK. Keen on VSO.
• SAYER VINCENT (SV). Chartered Accountant , 8 Angel Gate, City Road, London EC1V 2SJ. Tel: 020 7713 0709. E-mail: info@sayervincent.co.uk Website: www.sayervincent.co.uk Works exclusively with charities and the "not-for-profit" sector. Advertises jobs in finance and IT.
• THE SPRINGFIELD CENTRE. Mountjoy Research Centre, Durham, DH1 3UZ. Tel: 0191 383 1212. Fax: 0191 383 1616. E-mail: global@springfieldcentre.com Website: www.springfieldcentre.com Independent consulting, training and research organisation specialising in private sector and small enterprise development and management and development organisations in low-income economies. Interested in people with a good degree and experience in business development and/or microfinance. Send CV.
• SYMONDS GROUP LTD. 24-30 Holborn, London EC1N 2LX.Tel:0207 870 9300. Website: www.symonds-group.com
• Multi disciplinary company specialising in integrated services management. They currently have about 200 staff overseas and if overseas vacancies arise they are advertised in the local press.
• TFPL LTD. 17-18 Britton Street, London EC1M 5TL. Tel: 020 7251 5522. Fax: 020 7251 8318. E-mail: central@tfpl.com Website: www.tfpl.com Recruitment consultant for information and knowledge management sector. Advertises vacancies in UK and overseas, in libraries, research departments, government and public sector, manufacturing industries, management consultancies, accountancy firms, banks, advertising and media. Also run training courses in information and knowledge management.

VOLUNTEERING

• ACTION WITH COMMUNITIES IN RURAL ENGLAND (ACRE). Somerford Court, Somerford Road, Cirencester, Gloucestershire GL7 1TW. Tel: 01285 653477. E-mail: acre@acre.org.uk Website: www.acre.org.uk Aims to improve the quality of life of communities and disadvantaged people in rural England, through involvement with issues eg rural services, transport, housing, schools, health care, community care, village halls, crime, poverty and self-help initiatives. Voluntary and paid opportunities available.
• ACTION AID. Hamlyn House, Macdonald Rd., Archway London N19 5PG. Tel: 0207 561 7561. E-mail: mail@actionaid.org.uk . Website: www.actionaid.org . Worldwide vacancies, including teaching. Ideal for someone taking a career break or early retirement. Slides and ideas provided: no fund-raising. Travel expenses paid plus a small fee. If you are interested but live in a different area, there may be other opportunities.
• ARCHBISHOP'S COUNCIL MINISTRY. Church House, Great Smith Street, London SW1P 3NZ. Tel: 020 7898 1412. Website: www.blackburn.anglican.org . Contact Vocations Advisor for information on community work schemes in the UK.
• ATD FOURTH WORLD UK. 48 Addington Square, London SE5 7LB. Tel: 020 7703 3231. E-mail: Atd@atd-uk.org . Website: www.atd-uk.org . Requires long-term volunteers to be involved in grass roots projects with very poor families worldwide. Also short term work camps and workshops.
• BOOK AID INTERNATIONAL. 39/41 Coldharbour Lane, Camberwell, London SE5 9NR. Tel: 020 7733 3577. E-mail: info@bookaid.org Website: www.bookaid.org Meets requests for books from schools, colleges and other institutions in the Third World. Possible short term posts in book selection for suitably experienced RVs. Voluntary help packing books always welcome (travelling expenses paid). Contact the Volunteer Co-ordinator.
• BRITISH TRUST FOR CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERS ( BTCV). Conservation Centre, 163 Balby Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN4 0RH. Tel: 01302 572 244. E-mail: information@btcv.org.uk Website: www.btcv.org.uk Organises weekend and other short conservation projects which enable volunteers to become directly involved in practical environmental work. Also run worldwide international working holidays.
• CODA INTERNATIONAL. 129 Seven Sisters Road, London N7 7QG. Tel: 020 7281 0020. Fax: 020 7272 5476. Website: www.cit.org.uk Aims to achieve the international transfer of skills by placing skilled trainers with organisations working for development in Central America and Southern Africa. Emphasis is on working through partners. Volunteer opportunities.
• COMHLAMH. 10, Upper Camden Street, Dublin 2, Ireland. Tel: 353 1 478 3490. Fax: 353 1 478 3738.
• E-mail info@comlamh.org Website: www.comhlamh.org Irish voluntary organisation that supports returned development workers (including careers advice and counselling services) and promotes understanding of global issues. Links to VSO and APSO (Irish volunteer sending agency).
• COMMONWORK LAND TRUST. Bore Place, Chiddingstone, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 7AR. Tel: 01732 463255. Fax: 01732 740 264. E-mail: info@commonwork.org Website: www.commonwork.org a group of rural enterprises and educational charities working for sustainability through education and enterprise. Practical activities based around 3 complementary sites – 500 acres of countryside in Kent; a resource centre in central Maidstone and a base in Tower Hamlets. Trustees required.
• CORAL CAY CONSERVATION Elizabeth House, 39 York Road, London, SE1 7NQ United Kingdom, Tel: +44 (0) 20 7921 0463, Fax: +44 (0) 20 7921 0469. Email: info@coralcay.org. Website: www.coralcay.org CCC is a pioneering and award winning conservation organisation that over
  its' 22 year history has helped to protect endangered coral reefs, and rainforests and empowered the people that depend on them. Bibliography and publications that student may use as a resource www.coralcay.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=477&Itemid=638
  
• FRONTIER. 50-52 Rivington Street, London EC2A 3QP. Tel: 020 76132422. Fax: 020 76132992. E-mail staff@frontier.ac.uk Website: www.frontierprojects.ac.uk Sends expedition teams of research assistants to join conservation projects across the world. You will need over £2000 in sponsorship to join the team overseas and they occasionally recruit for field staff.
• COMMONWEALTH SECRETARIAT. Commonwealth Secretariat, Marlborough House, Pall Mall, London SW1 5HX. Tel: 020 7747 6500. E-mail: info@commonwealth.int . Website: www.thecommonwealth.org they aim to deliver cost-effective expert knowledge, advice and training where it is needed in the Commonwealth while maintaining the volunteer ethos. Commonwealth Secretariat holds register of Volunteer Advisers available for short-term assignments in Commonwealth countries.
• COMMUNITY SERVICE VOLUNTEERS. 237 Pentonville Road, London N1 9NJ. Tel: 020 7278 6601. For information call: 0800 374991. E-mail: information@csv.org.uk Website: www.csv.org.uk Provides placements for volunteers aged 16-35 in social care projects. Placements are full-time, away from home for up to one year. No one is rejected. CSV also empowers retired and senior volunteers nationwide to use their skills and experience to make a difference.
• CONCORDIA. Heversham House, 20-22 Boundary Road, Hove BN3 4ET. Tel: 01273 422218. E-mail: info@concordia-iye.org.uk . Website: www.concordia-iye.org.uk International voluntary work camps (18+ for European camps). Accommodation provided but not expenses. Send sae for information pack.
• EARTHWATCH INSTITUTE (EUROPE). 267 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 7HT. Tel: 01865 318838. E-mail: info@earthwatch.org.uk Website: www.earthwatch.org Matches paying volunteers on worldwide short expeditions with scientists who need help with research and conservation projects.
• INDIAN VOLUNTEERS FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE. 12 Eastleigh Avenue, South Harrow, Middlesex HA2 0UF. Tel: 020 8864 4740. E-mail: enquiries@ivcs.org.uk Website: www.ivcs.org.uk Works to educate the UK public about Indian culture and traditions. Operates a scheme for those interested in visiting a rural development project in India.
• INTERNATIONAL SERVICE (UNAIS). Hunter House, 57 Goodram Gate, York YO1 7FX. Tel: 01904 647799 . E-mail: unais-uk@geo2.poptel.org.uk Website: internationalservice.org.uk Places volunteers in education, human rights, community development, natural resources and health posts in countries in West Africa, Latin America and the Middle East.
• INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE. Castlehill House, 21 Otley Road, Leeds LS6 3AA. Tel: 0113 2304600. E-mail: ivs @ivsgbn.demon.co.uk Website: www.ivs-gb.org.uk organises short international work camps, usually in summer, aiming to enhance local initiatives. 800 projects in over 40 countries in whole of Europe (including FSU), USA, Australia, Japan and northern Africa.
• ISLAMIC RELIEF WORLDWIDE. 19 Rea Street South, Birmingham, B5 6LB. Tel 0121 605 5555. Fax: 0121 622 5003. E-mail: hq@islamic-relief.org.uk Website: www.islamic-relief.com recruits professional volunteers to work on technical, health, community development and education projects. Volunteers should be prepared to work within a Muslim culture, and be financially self-supporting.
• KIBBUTZ REPRESENTATIVES. 1A Accommodation Road, London NW11 8ED. Tel: 0044 181 458 9235. E-mail: enquiries@kibbutz.org.uk Website: www.kibbutz.org.il Working holidays on Kibbutzim in Israel for people aged 18-32. Applicants pay registration fee, air fare and insurance. Free board and small allowance.
• LIVING EARTH. 4 Great James Street, London WC1N 3DB. Tel: 0207 440 9750. Fax: 0207 2423817. E-mail: info@livingearth.org.uk Website: www.livingearth.org.uk international environmental charity with current operations in Latin America, Africa and Central and Eastern Europe as well as the UK.
• THE MISSION TO SEAFARERS. St Michael Paternoster Royal, College Hill, London EC4R 2RL. Tel: 020 7248 5202.
• E-mail: pr@missiontoseafarers.org Website: www.missiontoseafarers.org Volunteers required to help out in network of seafarers centres.
• NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF VOLUNTEER BUREAUX. New Oxford House, 16 Waterloo St, Birmingham B2 5UG . Tel: 0121 633 4555. Website: www.navb.org.uk 400 bureaux and branches with volunteering opportunities throughout the UK.
• THE NATIONAL AUTISTIC SOCIETY. 393 City Road, London EC1V 1NG. Tel: 0207 833 2299. E-mail: nas@nas.org.uk Website: www.nas.org.uk Variety of schemes and help lines require volunteers countrywide.
• NICARAGUA SOLIDARITY CAMPAIGN 129 Seven Sisters Road, London N7 7QG. Tel: 020 7272 9619. E-mail: nsc@nicaraguasc.org.uk Website: www.nicaraguasc.orguk Sends brigades to spend 4 weeks in Nicaragua working on environmental projects. Volunteers must be committed to solidarity work on return to the UK. Current cost, all-inclusive, is about £1200.
• PLAN INTERNATIONAL UK 5-6 Underhill Street, London NW1 7HS. Tel: 0207 482 9777. Fax: 0207 482 9778. Email: mail@plan-international.org.uk Web site: www.plan-international.org . PLAN is an international child sponsorship charity working for children (and the supporting community) through family based community development in over 40 countries worldwide. Opportunities to volunteer in UK and overseas.
• PROGRESSIO (CATHOLIC INSTITUTE FOR INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS (CIIR) Unit 3, Canonbury Yard, 190a New North Road, London N1 7BJ. Tel: 020 7354 0883. E-mail: ciir@ciir.org Website: www.ciir.org recruits skilled people to work in technical assistance programmes in Third World development projects. CIIR are working in Latin America, Caribbean, Middle East, Asia and southern Africa.
• RALEIGH INTERNATIONAL. 27 Parsons Green Lane, London SW6 4HZ Tel: 020 7371 8585. E-mail: support@raleigh.org.uk Website: www.raleigh.org.uk Youth development charity organising a series of challenging and worthwhile environmental and community projects in the UK and remote parts of the world. Recruits unskilled volunteers aged 17-25 and skilled members of staff over 25 for ten-week expeditions to countries such as Chile, Belize, Mongolia, Namibia and Ghana. Application forms available on-line.
• REACH. 89, Albert Embankment, London SE1 7TP. Tel: 020 7582 6543. Fax: 020 7582 2423. E-mail: info@reach-online.org.uk Website: www.volwork.org.uk Finds part-time, expenses-only jobs for people who want to offer their managerial, business or professional skills for the benefit of nearby voluntary organisations. Available throughout the UK to both volunteers and voluntary organisations needing expertise free.
• RETURNED VOLUNTEER ACTION. 1 Amwell Street, London EC1R 1TH. Tel: 020 72780804. Fax: 020 72787019. A four page sheet billed as “a notice board of what's happening in development around the UK and overseas” produced monthly by RVA usually contains details of jobs and courses in development related work as well as other information for a small annual subscription. RVA produce a number of other useful booklets about volunteering in the UK and overseas
• SKILL SHARE INTERNATIONAL. 126 New Walk, Leicester LE1 7JA. Tel: 0116 254 1862 . E-mail: info@ skillshare.org Website: www.skillshare.org Two-year development related posts in Africa.
• SUDAN VOLUNTEER PROGRAMME. 34, Estelle Road, London NW3 2JY. Tel/fax 0207 485 8619. Recruits graduate English teachers (preferably with TEFL) for 2-month placements in Sudan. Accommodation and allowance paid; you pay airfare of approx £450.
• TOOLS FOR SELF RELIANCE. Netley Marsh, Southampton SO40 7GY. Tel: 023 8086 9697. Fax: 023 8086 8544. E-mail: info@tfsr.org website: www.tfsr.org Aims to empower artisans working in developing countries so that they can better participate in the development of themselves and their communities. Work with local partner organisations to provide hand tools and skills training, and by raising awareness in the UK of the causes of poverty. All staff and volunteer positions are UK based. 50 volunteers in Southampton-based Head Office plus local groups spread around the country, where volunteers are also welcome. Staff vacancies advertised through national and local press and will be advertised on web site. CVs not solicited.
• UNIPAL. BCM Unipal, London WC1N 3XX. E-mail: info@unipal.org.uk Website: www.unipal.org.uk Recruits English speakers resident in the UK, minimum age 20, as volunteers to work with children in Palestinian Refugee Camps during the summer. Volunteers pay approx £380 for airfares and insurance; board and lodging provided.
• UNA EXCHANGE. Temple of Peace and Health, Cathays Park, Cardiff CF10 3AP. Tel: 029 2022 3088. E-mail: info@ unaexchange.org Website: www.unaexchange.org UNA Exchange holds international work camps to carry out short-term volunteer projects with local communities in more than 60 countries.
• UNITED NATIONS VOLUNTEERS UNV Postfach 260111, D-53153, Bonn, Germany. Tel: 00 49 228 815 2000. Fax: 00 49 228 815 2001. Website: www.unvolunteers.org recruits highly qualified and experienced volunteers from all member countries of the UN. Placements usually two years but some short-term humanitarian relief work . Volunteers should apply via VSO London. UNV also co-ordinates a scheme for international volunteering from home via the Internet. See www.netaid.org for details.
• WOMEN AID INTERNATIONAL. 3, Whitehall Court, London SW1A 2EL. Tel 020 7839 1790. Fax: 020 7839 2929. E-mail: womenaid@womenaid.org Website: www.womenaid.org.uk International humanitarian and development agency which provides relief and assistance to women and children suffering war, disasters or poverty, UK office is staffed by volunteers. Applicants for overseas volunteer placements require managerial skills and experience. Accommodation, country allowance and airfares paid. CV and covering letter to apply.
• WORLD WIDE VOLUNTEERING. 7 North Street Workshops, Stoke sub Hamdon, Somerset TA14 6QR. Tel: (0) 1935 825 588. E-mail: worldvol@worldvol.co.uk Website: www.worldwidevolunteering.org.uk maintains a database of 250,000 volunteer opportunities for 16-25 year olds, both in the UK and abroad. Matches volunteers with projects. Postal enquiry service (small fee applies) or on-line questionnaire. 

GOVERNMENT/MULTI-LATERAL AGENCIES

• BRITISH COUNCIL. 10 Spring Gardens, London SW1A 2BN. Tel: 020 7930 8466. Fax: (0) 161 957 7762. E-mail: general.enquiries@britishcouncil.org Website: www.britishcouncil.org.uk ELT and cultural programmes overseas plus opportunities in administration, management and project management at various levels. Jobs advertised on website. Also runs a consultants database.
• DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT. 1 Palace Street, London SW1E 5HE. Tel: 020 7023 0000. Or Abercrombie House, Eaglesham Road, East Kilbride, Glasgow G75 8EA. Tel: 01355 844000. E-mail: enquiry@dfid.gov.uk Website: www.dfid.gov.uk Operates a policy of open competition and all appointments are advertised in national press and specialist journals and on website.
• DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS (DEFRA). Nobel House, 17 Smith Square, London SW1P 3JR. Tel: 08459 33 55 77. E-mail : helpline@defra.gsi.gov.uk Website: www.defra.gov.uk As the government department responsible for the economic performance of agriculture, fisheries and food and the protection and conservation of the natural environment, there are a variety of positions for specialists within natural resource management as well as managers, economists and other professionals. Vacancies are advertised in the national press and on the website. Many of the associated agencies have recruitment policies and vacancies under their own control.
• COUNTRYSIDE AGENCY. John Dower House, Crescent Place, Cheltenham GL50 3RA. Tel: (01242) 521381. E-mail: info@countryside.gov.uk Website: www.countryside.gov.uk The Countryside Agency was formed in 1999 with the merger of the Countryside Commission and the Rural Development Commission. They work to conserve the natural beauty of the English countryside and to help people enjoy it. Vacancies are advertised on the website, in the national press and professional journals.
• FORESTRY COMMISSION. Forestry Commission GB and Scotland, Silvan House, 231 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh EH12 7AT. Tel: (0131) 3340303 E-mail: enquiries@forestry.gsi.gov.uk Website: www.forestry.gov.uk The Government department responsible for forestry throughout Great Britain. All of their permanent vacancies are advertised in the national press and specialist publications.
• ENVIRONMENT AGENCY. General enquiries line: 0845 9333111. E-mail: enquiries@environment-agency.gov.uk Website: www.environment-agency.gov.uk The Environment Agency was created by the 1995 Environment Act and started working in April 1996 as the “Guardians of the Environment” in England and Wales. A lot of their recruitment is carried out by the Regional Offices and vacancies are advertised in the local and national press, specialist publications, in jobcentres and recruitment agencies and on their web site.
• ENGLISH NATURE. Northminster House, Peterborough PE1 1UA. Tel: (01733) 455 000. Fax: (01733) 568834. E-mail: enquiries@english-nature.org.uk Web site: www.english-nature.org.uk English Nature was set up by the Environmental Protection Act in 1990 to promote the conservation of England's wildlife – the country's biodiversity - and natural features. Any vacancies they have will be advertised on their website, in the local press, Job Centres, the New Scientist, national papers and specialist publications.
• SCOTTISH EXECUTIVE. Rural Affairs Dept, Pentland House, 47 Robbs Loan, Edinburgh EH14 1TY. General enquiries: 0845 774 1741. Tel: 0131 244 6023. Fax: 0131 244 8240. E-mail: ceu@scotland.gov.uk Website: www.scotland.gov.uk Responsible for advising ministers on UK and EU policy relating to agriculture, environmental issues, fisheries and for implementation of policies in Scotland. Posts are advertised in the local and national press and specialist publications. The S E Education Department is responsible for all pre-school and school education in Scotland.
• EU STAFFING: CIVIL SERVICE RECRUITMENT GATEWAY. EU Staffing Branch, Room G.1.4, Admiralty Arch, The Mall, London SW1A 2WA. Tel: 020 7276 1609. Website: www.euro-staff.gov.uk This team was set up to help UK candidates wishing to work in the EU institutions. They can offer a wide range of advice and practical help to specialists and other British nationals including a vacancy information service and current vacancies list.
• EUROPEAN COMMISSION. European Commission UK Information Service, 8 Storey's Gate, London SW1P 3AT. Tel: 020 7973 1985. Fax: 020 7973 1895. Website: www.cec.org.uk
• EURES - EUROPEAN JOB MOBILITY. Free phone: 00800 4080 4080. E-mail: empl-info@cec.eu.int Web site: www.europa.eu.int/jobs/eures Aims to facilitate the free movement of workers in the European Economic Area. Their services can be accessed through the website and at most Job Centres (ask for an “overseas jobs search” and/or a discussion with the European Adviser).
• INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT. Via del Serafico, 107, 00142 Rome, Italy. Email: ifad@ifad.org Web site: www.ifad.org . As a specialised agency of the United Nations, IFAD finances agricultural projects primarily for food production in developing countries. Vacancy announcements are contained on their web site.
• FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANISATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS (FAO). Central Recruitment, Personnel Division, Viale delle Terme di Caracalla, 00100 Rome, Italy. E-mail: FAO-HQ@fao.org Website: www.fao.org Numerous paid and voluntary positions arise with FAO worldwide, advertised on their web site. Includes a programme for retired experts. Consultants employed on a short-term basis.
• UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME. 1 United Nations Plaza, New York NY 10017 USA. Website: www.undp.org UN development agency providing advice, advocacy and resources for empowering the poor. Job vacancies, internships and consultancy opportunities advertised on website.
• WORLD CONSERVATION UNION IUCN World HQ, Rue Mauverney 28, CH 1196 Gland, Switzerland Web site: www.iucn.org A worldwide union of government and non-government agencies working to influence, encourage and assist societies to conserve the integrity and diversity of nature and to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and ecologically sustainable. Job opportunities are placed on their web site.
• WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION. Human Resources Services, Avenue Appia 20, CH1211 Geneva 27, Switzerland. Tel: 22 791 2111. E-mail: vacant@who.int Website: www.who.int/employment WHO is the UN agency for health. Head office and regional office vacancies are advertised on the website and through all UN agencies and details are distributed to relevant organisations outside the UN.

CAMPAIGNING, EDUCATION AND ACTION

• AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL. 99-119 Rosebery Avenue, London EC1R 4RE. Tel: 020 7814 6200. Fax: 020 7833 1510. Tel: +44 207 814 6200. International Secretariat: 1 Easton Street, London WC1X 0DW. Tel: 020 7413 5500. E-mail: amnestyis@amnesty.org Website: www.amnesty.org . Campaigns on behalf of prisoners of conscience or other detainees suffering repression. Contact British Section for details of local groups.
• CAMPAIGN AGAINST ARMS TRADE. 11 Goodwin Street, London N4 3HQ. Tel: 020 7281 0297. Fax: 020 7281 4369. E-mail: enquiries@caat.demon.co.uk Website: www.caat.org.uk Conducts research and campaigns on the arms trade and the arms and development issue. Local contacts network and resources including bi-monthly newsletter, briefing leaflets, teaching packs and information library (by appointment).
• COUNCIL FOR EDUCATION IN WORLD CITIZENSHIP. Working Office, 32 Carisbrooke Road, London E17 7EF. Tel: 0208 521 6977. Fax: 020 8521 5788. E-mail: ennals@kingston.ac.uk Website: www.cewc.org Educational charity aiming to help prepare British young people for their rights and responsibilities in an internationally interdependent and multicultural world.
• DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION ASSOCIATION. 33 Corsham Street, London N1 6DR. Tel: 020 7490 8108. Fax: 020 7490 8123. E-mail: dea@dea.org.uk Website: www.dea.org.uk . An association of over 240 development community and education-related organisations. There are about 50 Development Education Centres throughout Britain, all of whom value and appreciate voluntary help.
• EDUCATION INTERNATIONAL. 5 boulevard du Roi Albert II, 1210 Brussels, Belgium. Tel: +32 (0)2 22 40 611 Fax: +32 (0)2 22 40 606. General enquiry: headoffice@ei-ie.org Website: webmaster@ei-ie.org Education International represents more than 29 million teachers and education workers. As the world's largest Global Union Federation, and the only one representing education workers in every corner of the globe, Education International unites all teachers and education workers no matter where they are. We assist the development of democratic organisations for Teachers and other Education Workers and build Solidarity & Mutual Co-operation. We combat Racism & Discrimination in Education and Society, fostering good Relations between Education workers in all countries.
• FRIENDS OF THE EARTH. 26-28 Underwood Street, London N1 7JQ. Tel: 020 7490 1555 Fax: 020 7490 0881. E-mail: info@foe.co.uk Website: www.foe.co.uk Campaigns on air pollution, climate change, energy, tropical rainforests, water pollution, waste and toxics, recycling, countryside, land use and transport. Those interested in volunteering at Head Office, regional offices or overseas should check the website for vacancies and contact the relevant office.
• GLOBAL CAMPAIGN FOR EDUCATION. PO Box 521733, Saxonwold, 2132, South Africa. UK tel: +44 20 7561 7561 (ext 7294) Website: www.campaignforeducation.org/ The Global Campaign for Education promotes education as a basic human right, and mobilizes public pressure on governments and the international community to fulfill their promises to provide free, compulsory public basic education for all people; in particular for children, women and all disadvantaged, deprived sections of society
• INTERNATIONAL ALERT. 346 Clapham Road, London SW9 9AP. Tel: 020 7627 6800. E-mail: general@international-alert.org Website: www.international-alert.org Works to establish dialogue between the parties of violent conflict within states and promotes the development of strategies to prevent conflict. Keen to involve people committed to peace, human rights and alternative forms of conflict prevention as both volunteers and interns. Internship Programme open to non-British residents only.
• PEOPLE AND PLANET. 51 Union Street, Oxford OX4 1JP. Tel: 01865 245678. E-mail: people@peopleandplanet.org Website: www.peopleandplanet.org UK student organisation campaigning on human rights, world poverty and the environment.
• REFUGEE ACTION. The Old Fire Station, 150 Waterloo Road, London. SE1 8SB
  Tel: 020 7654 7700 Fax: 020 7654 7700. Refugee Action is an independent national charity that works with refugees to build new lives in the UK. With 25 years of experience in reception, resettlement, development and integration, we provide advice and support to asylum seekers and refugees in 10 regions across England.
• REFUGEE COUNCIL. 3 Bondway, London SW8 1SJ. Tel: 020 7820 3085. E-mail: info@refugeecouncil.org.uk Website: www.refugeecouncil.org.uk Gives help and support to refugees and asylum seekers arriving and surviving in Britain.
• SCOTTISH EDUCATION AND ACTION FOR DEVELOPMENT (SEAD). 167-171 Dundee Street, Edinburgh EH11 1BY. Tel: 0131 477 2780 Fax: 0131 477 2781. E-mail: information@sead.org.uk Website: www.sead.org.uk Provides programme of education and action towards ending poverty and focusing on arts, democracy, solidarity and celebration. Also a research and campaigning organisation.
• SURVIVAL INTERNATIONAL UK. 6 Charter House Buildings, London EC1M 7ET. Tel: 020 7 687 8700. Fax: 020 7687 8701. E-mail: info@survival-international.org Website: www.survival-international.org Worldwide organisation supporting tribal peoples through public campaigns, education and funding. Volunteers especially welcome who would be willing to work one day per week for a minimum of 3 months in the London office to help with general office work and fundraising. Also network of local groups.
• WOMEN'S ENVIRONMENTAL NETWORK. PO Box 30626, London E1 1TZ. Tel: 020 7481 9004. E-mail: info@wen.org.uk Website: www.wen.org.uk Addresses environmental issues as they affect women. Staffed by volunteers who research, compile reports and campaign. Also active local groups.
• WORLDAWARE. 42 High Street, Croydon CR0 1YB. Tel: 0208 686 8667. E-mail: info@worldaware.org.uk Website: www.worldaware.org.uk Increases awareness and understanding in Britain of world development issues, mainly through publications for schools and services to teachers, and activities with the media and the business community.

PROJECT FUNDING

• UNLTD. UnLtd, the Foundation for Social Entrepreneurs, is the UK's leading charity supporting individuals who have the ideas, the vision and the commitment to make a difference in their communities. It does this by providing a complete package of funding and support, to help these individuals start up and run projects, both large and small-scale, that deliver social benefit. Each year, UnLtd supports around 1,000 social entrepreneurs, from six regional offices the UK (London, Birmingham, Bradford, Glasgow, Cardiff and Belfast). All UnLtd's awards are now dealt with through its partnership with the Guardian; please see http://society.guardian.co.uk/unlimitedvision for further information and contact details.

INFORMATION AND DIRECTORIES

• BOND. Regent's Wharf, 8 All Saints Street, London N1 9RL. Tel: 020 7837 8344. Fax: 020 7837 4220. E-mail: information@bond.org.uk Website: www.bond.org.uk BOND is a network of over 190 UK-based voluntary organisations working in international development. The Directory is an annual publication listing the activities and contacts of their members and is available on their website or from the above address for £15.00.
• DIRECTORY OF SOCIAL CHANGE. 24 Stephenson Way, London NW1 2DP. Tel: 020 7391 4800. Courses and conferences 0207 209 4949. Books 020 7209 5151. 020 7209 4422 (research and public affairs). E-mail: info@dsc.org.uk Website: www.dsc.org.uk publishes a "Directory of Voluntary Agencies" which is a source of information on over 2,000 voluntary organisations (currently £22.50). Issues a free publications list. Has a bookshop open during office hours.
• VACATION WORK PUBLICATIONS. Visit www.carelpress.co.uk for further details.
• WORKING FOR A CHARITY. NCVO, Regent's Wharf, 8 All Saints Street London N1 9RL Direct line 020 7520 2512 Switchboard 020 7713 6161 Email workingforacharity@ncvo-vol.org.uk . www.workingforacharity.org.uk Publishes a "Voluntary Agencies Directory" containing details of a large range of charities (currently £25, to order call 01536 399 016). Also offers advice to the voluntary sector. Runs training courses and provides information for people from all backgrounds who want to work in the voluntary sector.
• THE ENVIRONMENT COUNCIL. Environment Council, 212 High Holborn, London WC1V 7BF. Tel: 0207 836 2626. Fax: 0207 2421180. E-mail: info@envcouncil.org.uk Website: www.the-environment-council.org.uk Directories of environmental organisations available for purchase from the above address.

 

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