Understanding the role of Cultural differences in International Careers - Session 2

CULTURE WORKSHOP: Increase your success rate in the application process

This is the second part of a two-part webinar series

Watch Session One of this Culture Workshop HERE

Candidates applying for international jobs and working in challenging international environments in the development sector face challenges from the moment they decide to apply to a role outside of their cultural “comfort zone”. Understanding fundamental concepts of cross-cultural communication and behaviors is essential to increase success throughout the application process and further when performing a role in a multicultural context.

What to expect? 

• Raised awareness of the impact of cultural differences on organizational communication, leadership, management systems, and structures to improve their effectiveness as actions in the international job market. 
• Improved understanding of the importance of developing cross-cultural competencies for successful international careers  
• Greater understanding of how cultural differences may affect the recruitment and selection process
• How to prepare for and perform during interviews comprising international interviews 
• Insight into cross-cultural challenges when working  with local staff and how to handle it

Session 2 - Sneak Peak 

• Navigating Cultural Differences in Job Application 
  - Resume and cover letter
  - Interview Preparation
• Building cross-cultural Competences
  - Practical l tips